Caterpillar 259D3 Skid Steer / CTL
Caterpillar 259D3
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The Caterpillar 259D3 is a skid steer loader produced in the United States from 2018 to 2025. It is built for construction loading and material-handling work, with a 54 kW (74 hp) engine, a rated operating capacity of 915 kg (2,020 lb), and an operating weight of 4,076 kg (8,990 lb).
A hydrostatic powertrain and one-speed (9.5 km/h) or two-speed (13.7 km/h) travel setup define its operating range. The model lists 76 L/min (20.1 gpm) loader pump flow and 230 bar (3,340 psi) system pressure at the couplers, while dump height reaches 2,283 mm (7 ft 6 in) and width without bucket is 1,676 mm (5 ft 6 in).
Year
2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Length
Height
Width
3,486 mm
~137.2 in
2,111 mm
~83.1 in
1,676 mm
~66 in
Engine Power
74 hp
Operating Weight
4,013 kg
Rated Operating Capacity
915 kg
Dump Height
2,283 mm
Max. speed
13 km/h
Additional specifications
Displacement
3 cu(m)
Speeds
One speed (9.5 km/h) or Two speed (13.7 km/h)
Fuel tank
94 L
Number of batteries
1
Wheelbase
1,499 mm
Battery Voltage
12
Net Power (ISO 9249)
73 hp
Manufacturer and Model
Cat C3.3B DIT
Alternator Rating
80
Pump flow loader
76 L/min
2 Speed High
13 km/h
System Pressure at Couplers
23,000 kPa
Hydraulic Horsepower Flow
39 hp
Length Without Bucket
2,767 mm
Length With Foundry Bucket
3,486 mm
Width Without Bucket
1,676 mm
Height to Top of ROPS
2,111 mm
Height to Hinge Pin
3,075 mm
Dump Height With Foundry Bucket
2,283 mm
Dump Reach With Foundry Bucket
608 mm
Ground Clearance
226 mm
Angle of Departure
35 deg
Front Turn Radius With Foundry Bucket
2,184 mm
Dump Angle (full lift height)
52 deg
Tipping Load
2,610 kg
SAE Rated Operating Capacity With Counterweight
1,390 kg
Bucket Breakout Force With Foundry Bucket
22 kg
Bucket Breakout Force With Construction Bucket
22 kg
Powertrain Type
Hydrostatic
Operating Weight - Rear
4,076 kg
Standard features
320 mm (12.6 in) or 400 mm (15.7 in) rubber track
Seed spacing
9 mm
Cylinders
4
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Benjamin Vandermeer
We put a forestry door on ours when new. Filters are easy to get at for service. Worth noting: idlers and hubs wanted attention around 1,800 hours.
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What is the average price of a Caterpillar 259D3?
No confirmed market price is supplied for the Caterpillar 259D3. Check current listings and compare machine condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the Caterpillar 259D3?
Key listed specifications include 55.2 kW (74 hp) engine power, 915 kg (2,017 lb) rated operating capacity, hydrostatic powertrain, and available 320 mm (12.6 in) or 400 mm (15.7 in) rubber tracks. Pump flow is 76 L/min (20.1 gpm).
What type of engine does the 259D3 use?
The 259D3 uses a Cat C3.3B DIT engine with 4 cylinders and 3 m³ (3.92 cu yd) displacement.
How much horsepower does the 259D3 have?
The 259D3 has 55.2 kW (74 hp) engine power. Its Net Power (ISO 9249) is 54.4 kW (73 hp).
What fuel does the Caterpillar 259D3 use?
The supplied specifications do not confirm the fuel type for the Caterpillar 259D3. They list a fuel tank capacity of 94 L (24.8 US gal).
What jobs is this Skid Steer Loaders best suited for?
The listed capacity, dump height, hydraulic flow, and rubber-track options indicate suitability for loading and material-handling work where these specifications match the attachment and job requirements. Confirm attachment compatibility and site conditions before purchase.
What is the expected lifespan of the 259D3?
The supplied data does not provide an expected lifespan for the 259D3. Service life depends on operating conditions, maintenance history, hydraulic condition, track wear, and the quality of repairs.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Skid Steer Loaders?
Check service records, operating hours, engine operation, hydraulic leaks and coupler pressure, track condition, undercarriage wear, controls, ROPS condition, and attachment compatibility. Test lifting, travel, steering, and auxiliary hydraulics under load when possible.
