Caterpillar 279D3 Skid Steer / CTL
Caterpillar 279D3
Average price
$39,775
5+
sold in last year
General overview
Caterpillar 279D3 is a skid steer loader designed for construction and material-handling work in confined jobsite areas. It is powered by a Caterpillar C3.3B DIT (turbo) engine rated at 54 kW (74 hp), and it meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V emissions standards. The model uses a hydrostatic powertrain with 2-speed travel and a maximum speed of 13 km/h (8.1 mph).
For size and lifting performance, the 279D3 has tracks measuring 450 mm (17.7 in) wide, a rated operating capacity of 1,007 kg (2,220 lb), and a tipping load of 2,881 kg (6,350 lb). It lists a dump height of 2,896 mm (9 ft 6 in) and a height to hinge pin of 3,345 mm (11 ft), supporting loading and bucket-handling tasks.
Year
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Length
Height
Width
3,683 mm
~145 in
2,159 mm
~85 in
1,930 mm
~76 in
Engine Power
74 hp
Operating Weight
4,579 kg
Rated Operating Capacity
1,007 kg
Dump Height
2,896 mm
Max. speed
13 km/h
Additional specifications
Emission standard level
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V
Displacement
3 cu(m)
Speeds
2-speed
Fuel tank
94 L
Number of batteries
1
Wheelbase
1,486 mm
Axles
Fixed; hydrostatic inboard
Battery Voltage
12
Final drive
Hydrostatic
Net Power (ISO 9249)
73 hp
Manufacturer and Model
Caterpillar C3.3B DIT (turbo)
Alternator Rating
80
Pump flow loader
86 L/min
2 Speed High
13 km/h
Brakes
Multi-disc sealed, spring-applied hydraulic release
System Pressure at Couplers
23,000 kPa
Hydraulic Horsepower Flow
33 hp
Width Without Bucket
1,930 mm
Height to Top of ROPS
2,159 mm
Height to Hinge Pin
3,345 mm
Dump Reach With Construction Bucket
574 mm
Ground Clearance
279 mm
Angle of Departure
32 deg
Dump Angle (full lift height)
52 deg
Bucket Rollback (ground level)
46 deg
Tipping Load
2,881 kg
SAE Rated Operating Capacity With Counterweight
1,540 kg
Boom Breakout Force With Foundry Bucket
32 kg
Boom Breakout Force With Construction Bucket
32 kg
Powertrain Type
Hydrostatic
Operating Weight - Rear
4,580 kg
Standard features
Tracks: 450 mm (17.7 in) width
Seed spacing
7 mm
Cylinders
4
Caterpillar 279D3 Skid Steer / CTL Listings
$39,775
U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V
4
3 cu(m)
3369 hours
Thief River Falls, United States
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What is the average price of a Caterpillar 279D3?
No confirmed market price is supplied. Check current listings and compare machine condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the Caterpillar 279D3?
Supplied specifications include hydrostatic powertrain, 2-speed travel, 1,007 kg (2,220 lb) rated operating capacity, 86 L/min (22.7 gpm) loader pump flow, and 450 mm (17.7 in) wide tracks.
What type of engine does the 279D3 use?
The 279D3 uses a Caterpillar C3.3B DIT (turbo) engine with 4 cylinders. The supplied emissions rating is U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V.
How much horsepower does the 279D3 have?
Engine Power is 55.2 kW (74 hp). Net Power (ISO 9249) is 54.4 kW (73 hp).
What fuel does the Caterpillar 279D3 use?
The supplied data does not confirm the fuel type for the Caterpillar 279D3. Its fuel tank capacity is listed as 94 L (24.8 US gal).
What jobs is this Skid Steer Loaders best suited for?
The supplied data does not identify specific job applications. Its rated operating capacity, hydraulic flow, dump height, and tracked configuration should be compared with the attachment and site requirements of the intended work.
What is the expected lifespan of the 279D3?
The supplied data does not provide an expected service life. Assess maintenance records, operating hours, track condition, hydraulic performance, engine operation, and structural wear when evaluating a machine.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Skid Steer Loaders?
Check maintenance records, engine operation, hydraulic leaks and loader pump performance, track wear, brakes, controls, couplers, bucket and boom wear, and signs of structural damage. Confirm that the machine’s operating capacity and hydraulic requirements suit the planned attachments.
