Cat® 279D
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Cat® 279D Compact Track Loader Features: 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. The 279D features the following: ■ Industry leading sealed and pressurized cab option provides a cleaner and quieter operating environment with excellent work tool visibility. ■ Available high-back, heated, air ride seat with seat mounted adjustable joystick controls makes the D Series the industry leader in operator comfort. ■ High performance power train provides maximum performance and production capability through the Electronic Torque Management system, standard two speed travel and an electronic hand/foot throttle with decel pedal capability. ■ High Flow XPS hydraulic system is available for applications that demand maximum hydraulic work tool performance. ■ Electronically controlled Cat C3.3B engine provides high horsepower and torque while meeting U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final (EU Stage IIIB) emission standards. ■ Cat "Intelligent Leveling” system (ILEV) provides industry leading technology, integration and optional features such as dual direction self level, work tool return to dig and work tool positioner. ■ Standard fully independent torsion axle suspension combined with the optional Speed Sensitive Ride Control system improves operation on rough terrain, enabling better load retention, increased productivity and greater operator comfort. ■ Maximize machine capability and control with optional Advanced Display providing on-screen adjustments for implement response, hystat response and creep control. Also features multi-language functionality with customizable layouts, security system and rearview camera. ■ Ground level access to all daily service and routine maintenance points helps reduce machine downtime for greater productivity. ■ Broad range of performance matched Cat Work Tools make the Cat Compact Track Loader the most versatile machine on the job site. Engine Model Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo) Peak Torque at 1,500 rpm SAE J1995 265 N-m 195 lbf-ft Power Train Travel Speed (Forward or Reverse): One Speed 7.2 km/h 4.5 mph Hydraulic System_ Hydraulic Flow - Standard: Loader Hydraulic Pressure 23 000 kPa Loader Hydraulic Flow 86 L/min Hydraulic Power (calculated) 33 kW Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS: Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure 28 000 kPa Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow 121 L/min Hydraulic Power (calculated) 57 kW *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). Operating Specifications*_ Rated Operating Capacity: 35% Tipping Load 50% Tipping Load Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight Tipping Load Breakout Force, Tilt Cylinder Ground Contact Area (400 mm/15.7 in track) Ground Contact Area (450 mm/17.7 in track) Ground Pressure (400 mm/15.7 in track) Ground Pressure (450 mm/17.7 in track)

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1 Length of Track on Ground 2 Overall Length of Track 3 Length without Bucket 4 Length with Bucket on Ground 5 Height to Top of Cab 6 Maximum Overall Height 7 Bucket Pin Height at Maximum Lift 8 Bucket Pin Height at Carry Position 9 Reach at Maximum Lift and Dump 10 Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump 13 Maximum Dump Angle 39° Vehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks) 1981 mm 78.0 in 15 Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear 1796 mm 70.7 in 16 Turning Radius from Center - Coupler 1410 mm 55.5 in 17 Turning Radius from Center -...

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■ H ydraulics, Standard or High Flow XPS ■ H uick Coupler, Mechanical or Powered ■ H eat Belt, 50 mm (2 in) or 75 mm (3 in) ■ H teel Imbed Rubber Track - 400 mm (15.7 in) or 450 mm (17.7 in) ■ H ual 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...

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279D Compact Track Loader For more complete information on Cat products, dealer services, and industry solutions, visit us on the web at www.cat.com © 2017 Caterpillar All rights reserved Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice. Featured machines in photos may include additional equipment. See your Cat dealer for available options. CAT, CATERPILLAR, SAFETY.CAT.COM, their respective logos, “Caterpillar Yellow” and the “Power Edge” trade dress, as well as corporate and product identity used herein, are trademarks of Caterpillar and may not be used without permission.

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