Cat 279D3 Compact Track Loader Specifications
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The Cat 279D3 Compact Track Loader is a highly versatile and powerful machine designed to deliver exceptional performance across demanding Australian worksites. Featuring a radial lift design, this loader provides impressive mid-lift reach and excellent digging performance, making it highly suited for earthmoving, landscaping, and general construction applications. Its robust undercarriage and suspended steel-embedded rubber tracks ensure superior traction, stability, and low ground pressure when operating on sensitive or uneven terrain.
Engineered for maximum productivity and operator comfort, the 279D3 incorporates advanced hydraulic systems and intuitive controls that allow for precise attachment management. The spacious, sealed, and pressurised cab offers a quiet working environment with excellent visibility, reducing operator fatigue during long shifts. Whether backfilling, grading, or loading materials, this compact track loader is a reliable workhorse built to withstand the toughest Australian conditions.
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Machinery Specifications
Technical Specification
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Rated Operating Capacity (35% Tipping Load) | 1,335 kg |
| Rated Operating Capacity (50% Tipping Load) | 1,905 kg |
| Tipping Load | 3,810 kg |
| Breakout Force – Tilt Cylinder | 3,304 kg |
| Ground Speed (Forward or Reverse) – Two Speed | 13.6 km/h |
| Height to Bucket Hinge Pin – Maximum Lift | 3,208 mm |
| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 2,485 mm |
| Reach at Maximum Lift and Dump | 786 mm |
| Length with Bucket on Ground | 3,714 mm |
| Length without Bucket | 2,995 mm |
| Width over Tracks | 1,931 mm |
| Height to Top of Cab | 2,113 mm |
| Ground Pressure (450mm tracks) | 31.1 kPa |
| Track Width | 450 mm |
Engine Specification
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo) |
| Gross Power | 55.4 kW (74.3 hp) |
| Net Power | 54.4 kW (72.9 hp) |
| Displacement | 3.3 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L |
Additional Information
The Cat 279D3 stands out in the compact track loader market due to its advanced torsion axle suspension system, which significantly improves traction and ride comfort while reducing ground shock. It features Caterpillar’s Intelligent Leveling (ILEV) system, providing industry-leading technology such as dual-direction self-levelling, work tool return-to-dig, and work tool positioner. The high-flow auxiliary hydraulic system option enables the seamless operation of high-performance attachments, making it an incredibly adaptable asset for diverse civil construction and agricultural projects across Australia.
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