OVERVIEW
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.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Engine Model Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
- Bore 94 mm3.7 in
- Stroke 120 mm4.7 in
- Displacement 3.3 l203 in³
- Gross Power Sae J 1995 55.4 kW74.3 HP
- Fuel Tank 94 l24.8 gal (US)
- Cooling System 14 l3.7 gal (US)
- Hydraulic System 52 l13.7 gal (US)
- Engine Crankcase 11 l3 gal (US)
- 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).
- 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.
- 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.
- Hydraulic Tank 39 l10.3 gal (US)
- Industry compact-track-and-multi-terrain-loaders
- Overview 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.
EQUIPMENT
279D 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, 880 CCA
- OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- 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
- Air Cleaner, Dual Element, Radial Seal
- S∙O∙SSM Sampling Valve, Hydraulic Oil
- Filters, Cartridge-type, Hydraulic
- Filters, Cartridge-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
- 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), Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower)
- Performance Package H3: High Flow XPS, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), 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
279D 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
- Advanced Display: Full Color, 5 in LCD screen, Advanced Multi-operator Security System, On-screen Adjustments for Implement Response, Hystat Response, and Creep Control; Rearview Camera Ready
- Advanced Display: Rearview Camera Included
- Work Tool Return to Dig and Work Tool Positioner
- Bluetooth Radio with Microphone (AM/FM/Weather Band Receiver with USB and Auxiliary Input Jack)
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