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279D3 Compact Track Loader

Gross Power - SAE J1995 74.3 HP
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load 2220 lb
Operating Weight 10095 lb
Length - Track on Ground 64.2 in

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.

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Engine

Gross Power - SAE J1995
74.3HP
Net Power - SAE 1349
72.9HP
Displacement
203in³
Bore
3.7in
Stroke
4.7in
Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995
195ft·lbf
Net Power
72.9HP
Gross Power
74.3HP
Engine Model
Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
Net Power - ISO 9249
73.7HP

Operating Specifications

Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
2220lb
Tipping Load
6345lb
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
7285lb
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
3170lb
Ground Contact Area - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track
2272in²
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 2036 mm (80 in) low profile bucket, 400 mm (15.7 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydr
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight
3390lb
Ground Pressure - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track
4.4psi

Weights

Operating Weight
10095lb
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 2036 mm (80 in) low profile bucket, 400 mm (15.7 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydr

Dimensions

Length - Track on Ground
64.2in
Overall Length - Track
83.8in
Height - Top of Cab
83.2in
Ground Clearance
8.9in
Departure Angle
32°
Maximum Dump Angle
39°
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
7.8in
Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear
70.7in
Turning Radius from Center - Coupler
55.5in
Maximum Overall Height
159.5in
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground
54in
Turning Radius from Center - Bucket
88.8in
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
124.9in
Length - With Bucket on Ground
146.2in
Length - Without Bucket
117.9in
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump
22.6in
Note
Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 2036 mm (80 in) low profile bucket, 400 mm (15.7 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydr
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump
97.8in
Vehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks)
78in
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
84°

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3335psi
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
32gal/min
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow
23psi
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
44HP
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
4061HP
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)
76psi

Cab

ROPS
ISO 3471:2008
FOPS
ISO 3449:2005 Level I

Power Train

Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed
8.3mile/h
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed
4.5mile/h

Service Refill Capacities

Hydraulic System
13.7gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank
10.3gal (US)
Fuel Tank
27.7gal (US)
Engine Crankcase
3gal (US)
Cooling System
3.7gal (US)

Air Conditioning System (if equipped)

Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.

Noise Level

Note (2)
**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 spe
Outside Cab***
103dB(A)
Note (3)
***The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC.
Inside Cab**
83dB(A)
Note (1)
Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.

Standard Equipment:

  • Electrical
    • 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
  • Operator Environment
    • 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
  • Power Train
    • 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)
  • Other
    • 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™ PL240, Cellular
  • Mandatory Equipment
    • 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 – 400 mm (15.7 in) or 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:

  • Optional Equipment
    • 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)

910 mm (36 in) Pallet Forks

Fork Tine Length
36 in
Carriage Height
37 in
Fork Tine Width
4 in

1883 mm (74 in) Utility Bucket

Width
72 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.68 yd3
Height
21 in

1730 mm (68 in) Utility Bucket

Width
66 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.63 yd3
Height
21 in

1576 mm (62 in) Utility Bucket

Width
60 in
Length
31.1 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.56 yd3

2134 mm (84 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on teeth

Width
84 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.56 yd3
Height
15.3 in

2134 mm (84 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Width
84 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.56 yd3
Height
15.3 in

1981 mm (78 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Width
78 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.52 yd3
Height
15.3 in

1981 mm (78 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on teeth

Width
78 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.52 yd3
Height
15.3 in

1829 mm (72 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Width
72 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.48 yd3
Height
15.3 in

1829 mm (72 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on teeth

Width
72 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.48 yd3
Height
15.3 in

1676 mm (66 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Width
66 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.44 yd3
Height
15.3 in

1676 mm (66 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on teeth

Width
66 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.44 yd3
Height
15.3 in

1524 mm (60 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on teeth

Width
60 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.39 yd3
Height
15.3 in

1524 mm (60 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Width
60 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.39 yd3
Height
15.3 in

2036 mm (80 in) Light Material Bucket

Width
78 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.98 yd3
Height
27.4 in

1883 mm (74 in) Light Material Bucket

Width
72 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.9 yd3
Height
27.4 in

1883 mm (74 in) Industrial Grapple Bucket

Width
72 in
Height (Grapples closed)
20.7 in
Jaw Opening
40 in

2035 mm (80 in) Industrial Grapple Bucket

Width
78 in
Height (Grapples closed)
20.7 in
Jaw Opening
40 in

1730 mm (68 in) Industrial Grapple Bucket

Width
66 in
Height (Grapples closed)
20.7 in
Jaw Opening
40 in

1576 mm (62 in) Industrial Grapple Bucket

Width
60 in
Height (Grapples closed)
20.7 in
Jaw Opening
40 in

2036 mm (80 in) General Purpose Bucket

Width
78 in
Height
16.8 in
Weight
544.5 lb

2188 mm (86 in) General Purpose Bucket

Width
84 in
Height
18.5 in
Weight
634.9 lb

1883 mm (74 in) General Purpose Bucket

Width
72 in
Height
16.8 in
Weight
515.9 lb

1730 mm (68 in) General Purpose Bucket

Width
66 in
Weight
476.2 lb
Base Edge Thickness
0.75 in

1576 mm (62 in) General Purpose Bucket

Width
60 in
Height
16.8 in
Weight
374.8 lb

T315 High Flow Trencher with combo teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
75 in
Overall Length
118.5 in

T112 Manual Trencher with rockfrost teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
75 in
Overall Length
106.5 in

T112 Manual Trencher with standard teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
75 in
Overall Length
106.5 in

T112 Manual Trencher with combo teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
75 in
Overall Length
106.5 in

T112 Hydraulic Trencher with standard teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
74.8 in
Overall Length
106.5 in

T112 Hydraulic Trencher with combo teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
75 in
Overall Length
106.5 in

T112 Hydraulic Trencher with standard teeth

Cutting Width
8 in
Overall Width
74.8 in
Overall Length
106.5 in

T112 Hydraulic Trencher with rockfrost teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
75 in
Overall Length
106.5 in

T109 Manual Trencher with standard teeth

Cutting Width
8 in
Overall Width
56 in
Overall Length
92 in

T109 Manual Trencher with standard teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
56 in
Overall Length
92 in

T109 Manual Trencher with rockfrost teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
56 in
Overall Length
92 in

T109 Manual Trencher with terminator teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
56 in
Overall Length
92 in

T109 Manual Trencher with combo teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
56 in
Overall Length
92 in

T109 Hydraulic Trencher with standard teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
56 in
Overall Length
92 in

T109 Hydraulic Trencher with standard teeth

Cutting Width
8 in
Overall Width
56 in
Overall Length
92 in

T109 Hydraulic Trencher with rockfrost teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
56 in
Overall Length
92 in

T109 Hydraulic Trencher with terminator teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
56 in
Overall Length
92 in

T109 Hydraulic Trencher with combo teeth

Cutting Width
6 in
Overall Width
56 in
Overall Length
92 in

3.66 m (12 ft) Back Drag Bar with steel trip edge

Working Width
144 in
Weight
410.1 lb
Weight
410.1 lb

3.66 m (12 ft) Back Drag Bar with rubber trip edge

Working Width
144 in
Weight
509.9 lb
Weight
509.9 lb

3.05 m (10 ft) Back Drag Bar with rubber trip edge

Working Width
120 in
Weight
425.1 lb
Weight
425.1 lb

3.05 m (10 ft) Back Drag Bar with steel trip edge

Working Width
120 in
Weight
350.1 lb
Weight
476.2 lb

2.44 m (8 ft) Back Drag Bar with steel trip edge

Working Width
96 in
Weight
289.9 lb
Weight
390.2 lb

2.44 m (8 ft) Back Drag Bar with rubber trip edge

Working Width
96 in
Weight
350.1 lb
Weight
350.1 lb

3.66 m (12 ft) Straight Snow Push with rubber cutting edge

Weight
2932.1 lb
Length
62 in
Working Width
144 in

3.66 m (12 ft) Straight Snow Push with steel trip edge

Weight
1402.1 lb
Length
45 in
Interface
SSL

3.66 m (12 ft) Straight Snow Push with rubber trip edge

Weight
1347 lb
Length
45 in
Interface
SSL

3.05 m (10 ft) Straight Snow Push with rubber cutting edge

Weight
866 lb
Length
44 in
Working Width
120 in

3.05 m (10 ft) Straight Snow Push with steel trip edge

Weight
1201.5 lb
Length
45 in
Interface
SSL

3.05 m (10 ft) Straight Snow Push with rubber trip edge

Weight
1153 lb
Length
45 in
Interface
SSL

2.44 m (8 ft) Straight Snow Push with rubber cutting edge

Weight
778 lb
Length
44 in
Working Width
96 in

2.44 m (8 ft) Straight Snow Push with rubber trip edge

Weight
1036.2 lb
Length
45 in
Interface
SSL

2.44 m (8 ft) Straight Snow Push with steel trip edge

Weight
1082.5 lb
Length
45 in
Interface
SSL

DFS121 Silage Defacer

Overall Width
84.5 in
Overall Height
25.2 in
Weight
1052 lb

DFS124 Silage Defacer

Overall Width
96.5 in
Overall Height
25.2 in
Weight
1109 lb

DFS118 Silage Defacer

Overall Width
72.5 in
Overall Height
25.2 in
Weight
937 lb

SW360B, 76 mm (3 in) Wheel Saw

Weight
3420 lb
Weight
1365-1470 kg (3009-3240 lb)
Maximum Depth of Cut
24 in

SW360B, 203 mm (8 in) Wheel Saw

Weight
3075 lb
Maximum Depth of Cut
24 in
Wheel Width
8 in

SW345B, 76 mm (3 in) Wheel Saw

Weight
2549 lb
Maximum Depth of Cut
18 in
Required Hydraulic Flow
33 gal/min

SW360B, 152 mm (6 in) Wheel Saw

Weight
3009 lb
Maximum Depth of Cut
24 in
Wheel Width
6 in

PR190 Hydraulic Angle Power Box Rake

Overall Width
99 in
Overall Length
64 in
Roller Width
90 in

PR184 Hydraulic Angle Power Box Rake

Overall Width
93 in
Overall Length
64 in
Roller Width
84 in

PR184 Manual Angle Power Box Rake

Overall Width
93 in
Overall Length
64 in
Roller Width
84 in

PR172 Manual Angle Power Box Rake

Overall Width
81 in
Overall Length
64 in
Roller Width
72 in

PR172 Hydraulic Angle Power Box Rake

Overall Width
81 in
Overall Length
64 in
Roller Width
72 in

HM315C High Flow XPS Hydraulics Mulcher

Working Width
62 in
Weight
2959 lb
Drive Method
Polychain Belt

HM115C Standard Flow Mulcher

Working Width
58 in
Weight
1803 lb
Drive Method
V-Belt

1220 mm (48 in) Pallet Forks

Fork Tine Length
48 in
Carriage Height
37 in
Fork Tine Width
4 in

1070 mm (42 in) Pallet Forks

Fork Tine Length
42 in
Carriage Height
37 in
Fork Tine Width
4 in

2188 mm (86 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on teeth and spill guard

Width
84 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.56 yd3
Height
15.3 in

2036 mm (80 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on teeth and spill guard

Width
78 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.52 yd3
Height
15.3 in

1883 mm (74 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on teeth and spill guard

Width
72 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.48 yd3
Height
15.3 in

1730 mm (68 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on teeth and spill guard

Width
66 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.44 yd3
Height
15.3 in

1576 mm (62 in) Multi-Purpose Bucket with bolt-on teeth and spill guard

Width
60 in
Rated Bucket Capacity
0.39 yd3
Height
15.3 in

MB250 Mixing Bucket

Overall Width
63 in
Height
35 in
Length
32 in

MB200 Mixing Bucket

Overall Width
63 in
Height
29 in
Length
27 in

2188 mm (86 in) General Purpose Bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Width
84 in
Height
18.5 in
Weight
723.1 lb

1576 mm (62 in) Industrial Grapple Bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Width
60 in
Height (Grapples closed)
20.7 in
Jaw Opening
40 in

2036 mm (80 in) General Purpose Bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Width
78 in
Height
16.8 in
Weight
630.5 lb

1883 mm (74 in) General Purpose Bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Width
72 in
Height
16.8 in
Weight
597.5 lb

1730 mm (68 in) General Purpose Bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Width
66 in
Weight
551.2 lb
Base Edge Thickness
0.75 in

1576 mm (62 in) General Purpose Bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Width
60 in
Height
16.8 in
Weight
440.9 lb

BRX118 Industrial Brushcutter

Overall Width
75 in
Cutting Width
72 in
Overall Length
86 in

BRX318 Industrial Brushcutter

Overall Width
75 in
Cutting Width
72 in
Overall Length
86 in

BR118 Brushcutter

Overall Width
74 in
Overall Length
85 in
Cutting Width
72 in

BP118C Pickup Broom

Sweeping Width
72 in
Overall Width
90 in
Brush Diameter
26 in

BR117 Brushcutter

Overall Width
68 in
Overall Length
79 in
Cutting Width
66 in

BP115C Pickup Broom

Sweeping Width
60 in
Overall Width
78 in
Brush Diameter
26 in

BA118C Hydraulic Angle Broom

Overall Width
104 in
Sweeping Width
83.4 in
Height
36 in

BA118C Manual Angle Broom

Sweeping Width Straight
83 in
Sweeping Width Angled
73 in
Sweeping Angle
30 Degrees

1140 mm (45 in) Dual Tine Bale Spear

Capacity
3000 lb
Overall Width
55.4 in
Overall Height
51.8 in

2133 mm (84 in) Bale Grab

Overall Width
55.2 in
Overall Height
34.4 in
Overall Depth
64.2 in

1803 mm (71 in) Bale Grab

Overall Width
55.2 in
Overall Height
34.4 in
Overall Depth
61 in

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