Get a quote279D3 Compact Track Loader
Comfortable. Performance. Smart.
More Comfort – More Performance – More Versatility
-
15% Additional Space For More Operator Comfort
•Redesigned, More Comfortable Cab
•Wider opening door for easier machine entry -
PERFORMANCE
•Improved Performance-Tuned Suspension
•Customer Driven Enhancements to Fuel System and Drive Train -
SMART
•Providing the Next Level Machine and Tool Compatibility
•Integrated SMART technology to automate complex attachments – INDUSTRY FIRSTS
·Attachment recognition
·Tailors controls
·Grade Assist
Engine
| Bore | 3.7 in |
| Displacement | 203 in³ |
| Engine Model | Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo) |
| Gross Power | 74.3 hp |
| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 74.3 hp |
| Net Power | 72.9 hp |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 73.7 hp |
| Net Power - SAE 1349 | 72.9 hp |
| Note | Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, muffler/aftertreatment and cooling fan. |
| Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995 | 195 ft·lbf |
| Stroke | 4.7 in |
Operating Specifications
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7285 lb |
| Ground Contact Area - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track | 2272 in² |
| Ground Pressure - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track | 4.4 psi |
| Note | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 2036 mm (80 in) low profile bucket, 450 mm (17.7 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). |
| Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load | 2220 lb |
| Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load | 3170 lb |
| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 3390 lb |
| Tipping Load | 6345 lb |
Weights
| Note | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 2036 mm (80 in) low profile bucket, 450 mm (17.7 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 Weight | 10095 lb |
Dimensions
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 7.8 in |
| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 124.9 in |
| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 97.8 in |
| Departure Angle | 32° |
| Ground Clearance | 8.9 in |
| Height - Top of Cab | 83.2 in |
| Length - Track on Ground | 64.2 in |
| Length - With Bucket on Ground | 146.2 in |
| Length - Without Bucket | 117.9 in |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 39° |
| Maximum Overall Height | 159.5 in |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground | 54 in |
| Note | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 2036 mm (80 in) low profile bucket, 450 mm (17.7 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). |
| Overall Length - Track | 83.8 in |
| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 84° |
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 22.6 in |
| Turning Radius from Center - Bucket | 88.8 in |
| Turning Radius from Center - Coupler | 55.5 in |
| Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear | 70.7 in |
| Vehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks) | 78 in |
Hydraulic System
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 76 hp |
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 32 gal/min |
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4061 hp |
| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 44 hp |
| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow | 23 psi |
| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi |
Cab
| FOPS | ISO 3449:2005 Level I |
| ROPS | ISO 3471:2008 |
Power Train
| Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed | 4.5 mile/h |
| Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed | 8.3 mile/h |
Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 3.7 gal (US) |
| Engine Crankcase | 3 gal (US) |
| Fuel Tank | 27.7 gal (US) |
| Hydraulic System | 13.7 gal (US) |
| Hydraulic Tank | 10.3 gal (US) |
Air Conditioning System (if equipped)
| Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes. |
Noise Level
| Inside Cab** | 83 dB(A) |
| Note (1) | Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe. |
| Note (2) | **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 (3) | ***The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC. |
| Outside Cab*** | 103 dB(A) |
Download resources
279D3 Product Brochure
239D3/249D3/259D3/279D3/289D3/299D3/299D3 XE Product Brochure
Advanced Display User Guide for Skid Steer, Compact Track, and Multi Terrain Loaders - D/D2/D3 Series
Retrofit Options and Accessories Guide for Compact Track, Skid Steer and Multi Terrain Loaders
Get info about our financing options
Get The best solution for your job site needs
Let us help.
Engine
| Bore | 3.7 in |
| Displacement | 203 in³ |
| Engine Model | Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo) |
| Gross Power | 74.3 hp |
| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 74.3 hp |
| Net Power | 72.9 hp |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 73.7 hp |
| Net Power - SAE 1349 | 72.9 hp |
| Note | Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with alternator, air cleaner, muffler/aftertreatment and cooling fan. |
| Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995 | 195 ft·lbf |
| Stroke | 4.7 in |
Operating Specifications
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7285 lb |
| Ground Contact Area - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track | 2272 in² |
| Ground Pressure - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track | 4.4 psi |
| Note | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 2036 mm (80 in) low profile bucket, 450 mm (17.7 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). |
| Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load | 2220 lb |
| Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load | 3170 lb |
| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 3390 lb |
| Tipping Load | 6345 lb |
Weights
| Note | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 2036 mm (80 in) low profile bucket, 450 mm (17.7 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 Weight | 10095 lb |
Dimensions
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 7.8 in |
| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 124.9 in |
| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 97.8 in |
| Departure Angle | 32° |
| Ground Clearance | 8.9 in |
| Height - Top of Cab | 83.2 in |
| Length - Track on Ground | 64.2 in |
| Length - With Bucket on Ground | 146.2 in |
| Length - Without Bucket | 117.9 in |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 39° |
| Maximum Overall Height | 159.5 in |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground | 54 in |
| Note | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 2036 mm (80 in) low profile bucket, 450 mm (17.7 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). |
| Overall Length - Track | 83.8 in |
| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 84° |
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 22.6 in |
| Turning Radius from Center - Bucket | 88.8 in |
| Turning Radius from Center - Coupler | 55.5 in |
| Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear | 70.7 in |
| Vehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks) | 78 in |
Hydraulic System
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 76 hp |
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 32 gal/min |
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4061 hp |
| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 44 hp |
| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow | 23 psi |
| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi |
Cab
| FOPS | ISO 3449:2005 Level I |
| ROPS | ISO 3471:2008 |
Power Train
| Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed | 4.5 mile/h |
| Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed | 8.3 mile/h |
Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 3.7 gal (US) |
| Engine Crankcase | 3 gal (US) |
| Fuel Tank | 27.7 gal (US) |
| Hydraulic System | 13.7 gal (US) |
| Hydraulic Tank | 10.3 gal (US) |
Air Conditioning System (if equipped)
| Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes. |
Noise Level
| Inside Cab** | 83 dB(A) |
| Note (1) | Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe. |
| Note (2) | **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 (3) | ***The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC. |
| Outside Cab*** | 103 dB(A) |