279D3 Compact Track Loader
The Cat® 279D3 Compact Track Loader, with its radial lift design, delivers impressive mid-lift reach and excellent digging performance with outstanding drawbar power. Its standard, suspended undercarriage system provides superior traction, flotation, stability and speed to work in a wide range of applications and underfoot conditions.
Engine
Gross Power - SAE J1995
Net Power - SAE 1349
Displacement
Bore
Stroke
Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995
Net Power
Note
Gross Power
Engine Model
Net Power - ISO 9249
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
Tipping Load
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
Ground Contact Area - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track
Note
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
Ground Pressure - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track
Weights
Operating Weight
Note
Dimensions
Length - Track on Ground
Overall Length - Track
Height - Top of Cab
Ground Clearance
Departure Angle
Maximum Dump Angle
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler
Maximum Overall Height
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
Length - With Bucket on Ground
Length - Without Bucket
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
Note
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
Vehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
Cab
ROPS
FOPS
Service Refill Capacities
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Tank
Fuel Tank
Engine Crankcase
Cooling System
Air Conditioning System (if equipped)
Air Conditioning
Noise Level
Note (2)
Outside Cab***
Note (3)
Inside Cab**
Note (1)
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
Power Train
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
Standard Equipment:
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- Electrical
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- 12 volt Electrical System
- 80 ampere Alternator
- Ignition Key Start/Stop Switch
- Lights: Gauge Backlighting, Two Rear Tail Lights, Two Rear Halogen Working Lights, Two Adjustable Front Halogen Lights, Dome Light
- Backup Alarm
- Heavy Duty Battery, 850 CCA
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- Operator Environment
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- Advanced Display with Rearview Camera: Full Color, 127 mm (5 in) LCD screen; Advanced Multi-operator Security System; On-screen Adjustments for Implement Response, Hystat Response, and Creep Control
- Gauges: Fuel Level, Hour Meter
- Operator Warning System Indicators: Air Filter Restriction, Alternator Output, Armrest Raised/Operator Out of Seat, Engine Coolant Temperature, Engine Oil Pressure, Glow Plug Activation, Hydraulic Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Park Brake Engaged, Engine Emission System
- Adjustable Vinyl Seat
- Fold In Ergonomic Contoured Armrest
- Control Interlock System, when operator leaves seat or armrest raised: Hydraulic System Disables, Hydrostatic Transmission Disables, Parking Brake Engages
- ROPS Cab, Open, Tilt Up
- FOPS, Level I
- Top and Rear Windows
- Floor Mat
- Interior Rearview Mirror
- 12 volt Electric Socket
- Horn
- Hand (Dial) Throttle, Electronic
- Adjustable Joystick Controls
- Anti-theft Security System with 6-button Keypad
- Storage Compartment with Netting
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- Power Train
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- Cat C3.3B, Turbo Diesel Engine, Meeting Tier 4 Final and Stage V Emission Standards
- Air Cleaner, Dual Element, Radial Seal
- S·O·SSM Sampling Valve, Hydraulic Oil
- Filters, Cartridge-type, Hydraulic
- Filters, Canister-type, Fuel and Water Separator
- Radiator/Hydraulic Oil Cooler (side-by-side)
- Spring Applied, Hydraulically Released, Wet Multi Disc Parking Brakes
- Hydrostatic Transmission, Two Speed Travel
- Suspension – Independent Torsion Axles (4)
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- Other
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- Engine Enclosure, Lockable
- Extended Life Antifreeze, –37° C (–34° F)
- Machine Tie Down Points (6)
- Support, Lift Arm
- Hydraulic Oil Level Sight Gauge
- Radiator Coolant Level Sight Gauge
- Radiator, Expansion Bottle
- Cat ToughGuard™ Hose
- Auxiliary, Hydraulics, Continuous Flow
- Heavy Duty, Flat Faced Quick Disconnects with Integrated Pressure Release
- Split D-Ring to Route Work Tool Hoses Along Side of Left Lift Arm
- Electrical Outlet, Beacon
- Belly Pan Cleanout
- Variable Speed Demand Fan
- Product Link™ PL243, Cellular
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- Mandatory Equipment
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- Hydraulics, Standard or High Flow XPS
- Quick Coupler, Mechanical or Powered
- High Visibility Seat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in)
- Steel Imbed Rubber Track – 450 mm (17.7 in)
- Dual Flange Front Idler/Single Flange Rear Idler or Triple Flange Front/Rear Idlers
- PERFORMANCE PACKAGES:
– Performance Package H1: Standard Flow Hydraulics (No Self Level)
– Performance Package H2: Standard Flow Hydraulics, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Work Tool Return to Dig, Work Tool Positioner, and Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
– Performance Package H3: High Flow XPS, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Work Tool Return to Dig, Work Tool Positioner, and Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower) - COMFORT PACKAGES:
– Open ROPS (C0): Static Seat (No Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater or Door)
– Open ROPS (C1): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Cup Holder, and choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) (No Heater or Door)
– Enclosed ROPS with Heater (C2): Foot Throttle, Headliner, Heater and Defroster, Side Windows, Cup Holder, Radio Ready, choice of Seat (Mechanical Suspension or High Back, Heated, Air Ride Seat) and Door (Glass or Polycarbonate)
– Enclosed ROPS with A/C (C3): C2 + Air Conditioner
Optional Equipment:
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- Optional Equipment
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- Hand-Foot Style Controls
- External Counterweights
- Beacon, Rotating
- Engine Block Heater – 120V
- Oil, Hydraulic, Cold Operation
- Paint, Custom
- Heavy Duty Battery, 1,000 CCA
- Product Link PL641, Cellular
- Speed Sensitive Ride Control
- Bluetooth® Radio with Microphone (AM/FM/Weather Band Receiver with USB and Auxiliary Input Jack)
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