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279D

Compact Track Loaders

The Cat 279D 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.

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Engine Model Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
Net Power 53.6 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995 55.4 kW
Net Power - SAE 1349 53.6 kW
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FEATURES & BENEFITS

Comfortable Cab

Industry leading sealed and pressurized cab option provides a cleaner and quieter operating environment with excellent work tool visibility. Available high-back, heated,... Read more

Outstanding Power

High performance power train provides maximum performance and production capability through the Electronic Torque Management system, standard two speed travel and an indu... Read more

Versatility to Tackle Any Job

Cat “Intelligent Leveling” system (ILEV) provides industry leading technology, integration and optional features such as dual direction self level, work tool return to di... Read more

Advanced Display

Maximize machine capability and control with optional Advanced Display providing on-screen adjustments for implement response, hystat response and creep control. The disp... Read more

Easy Service

Ground level access to all daily service and routine maintenance points helps reduce machine downtime for greater productivity. Read more

SPECIFICATIONS FOR 279D

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Engine
Engine Model Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
Net Power 53.6 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995 55.4 kW
Net Power - SAE 1349 53.6 kW
Displacement 3.3 l
Bore 94 mm
Stroke 120 mm
Net Power SAE 1349† 54 kW
Net Power - ISO 9249 54.1 kW
Net Power ISO 9249† 54.6 kW
Peak Torque - 1,600 rpm - SAE J1995 265 N·m
Note †Tier 4 Interim equivalent engine offered only for Australia/New Zealand, Macedonia, Ukraine and South Korea.
Weights*
Operating Weight 4487 kg
Note *Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 1981 mm (78 in) dirt bucket, 400 mm (15.7 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Operating Specifications
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load 1331 kg
Operating Specifications*
Tipping Load 2663 kg
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight 1444 kg
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load 932 kg
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder 3304 kg
Ground Contact Area - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track 1.3 m²
Note *Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 1981 mm (78 in) dirt bucket, 400 mm (15.7 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Ground Pressure - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track 30 kPa
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load 1331 kg
Ground Contact Area - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track 1.47 m²
Ground Pressure - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track 33.9 kPa
Dimensions*
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump 575 mm
Length - Track on Ground 1630 mm
Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7 in tracks) 1931 mm
Maximum Overall Height 4051 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket 2256 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear 1796 mm
Vehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks) 1981 mm
Ground Clearance 226 mm
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground 1373 mm
Length - With Bucket on Ground 3714 mm
Overall Length - Track 2129 mm
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift 3173 mm
Length - Without Bucket 2995 mm
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler 1410 mm
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump 2485 mm
Height - Top of Cab 2113 mm
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position 198 mm
Departure Angle 32°
Maximum Dump Angle 39°
Note *Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 1981 mm (78 in) dirt bucket, 400 mm (15.7 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted).
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height 84°
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow 121 l/min
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure 23000 kPa
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure 28000 kPa
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow 86 l/min
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) 57 kW
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) 33 kW
Cab
ROPS ISO 3471:2008
FOPS ISO 3449:2005 Level I
FOPS Level II ISO 3449:2005 Level II
Power Train
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed 7.2 km/h
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed 11.3 km/h
Service Refill Capacities
Cooling System 14 l
Engine Crankcase 11 l
Fuel Tank 94 l
Hydraulic System 52 l
Hydraulic Tank 39 l
Noise Level
Inside Cab** 81 dB(A)
Note (2) ***The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC.
Outside Cab*** 103 dB(A)
Note (1) **The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008. The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed and at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds.

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Engine Model Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
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Gross Power - SAE J1995 55.4 kW
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