Specification sheet Compact Track Loader Ref caterpillar-279c-multi-terrain-loader
Caterpillar 279C
The Caterpillar 279C is a compact track loader with an operating weight of 9,892 lb (4,486.94 kg), a 82 hp engine, a rated operating capacity of 3,200 lb (1,451.5 kg), and a tipping load of 6,483 lb (2,940.7 kg).
✓ QA-verified — every figure checked for unit consistency, physical possibility, and class plausibility; failures withheld → Operating weight
9,892lb
4,486.94kg
Engine power
82hp
61.15kW
Net Power Rated operating capacity
3,200lb
1,451.5kg
Tipping load
6,483lb
2,940.7kg
Bucket capacity
0.6yd³
0.4m³
◆Where it sits in its classpercentile · compact track loaders
Among 184 compact track loaders , the Caterpillar 279C sits above the median for its class:
- Operating weight 9,890 lb heavier than 64% (n=182)
- Engine power 82 hp more powerful than 68% (n=167)
- Rated operating capacity 3,200 lb higher-rated than 70% (n=156)
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01 Engine Specification
| Number Of Cylinders | 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Make | 2236 | |
| Engine Model | C3.4 DIT | |
| Gross Power | 84hp | 62.7kw |
| Net Power | 82hp | 61.2kw |
| Power Measured @ | 2500rpm | |
| Displacement | 201cu in | 3.3L |
| Bore | 3.4in | 86.4mm |
| Stroke | 4.7in | 119.4mm |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Gross Power - Sae J1995 | 84hp | 62.7kw |
| Engine Model | Cat C3.4T | |
| Net Power - Sae 1349 | 82hp | 61.2kw |
02 Operational Specification
| Operating Weight | 9892lb | 4487kg |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 3.7gal | 14L |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 2.7gal | 10L |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.9gal | 98L |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 15.1gal | 57L |
| Operating Voltage | 12V | |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 90amps | |
| Max Speed - Low Range | 5.1mph | 8.1km/h |
| Max Speed - High Range | 8.5mph | 13.6km/h |
03 Power Train Specification
| Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed | 8.5mph | 13.7km/h |
|---|---|---|
| Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed | 8.5mph | 13.7km/h |
| Travel Speed Forward | 5mph | 8.1km/h |
| Travel Speed Reverse | 5mph | 8.1km/h |
04 Loader Specification
| Breakout Force | 7308lb | 3314.9kg |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Load | 3200lb | 1451.5kg |
| Bucket Capacity | 0.6yd3 | 0.4m3 |
05 Weights Specification
| Operating Weight | 9892lb | 4487kg |
|---|
06 Hydraulic Specification
| Pump Flow | 22.2gal/min | 84L/min |
|---|---|---|
| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335psi | 22994kPa |
07 Hydraulic System Specification
| Hydraulic Flow (1) | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic Power | 42.8hp | 32kw |
| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow | 33 gal/min | |
| Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4061 psi | |
| Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi | |
| Loader Hydraulic Flow | 22 gal/min | |
| Hydraulic Flow (2) | High Flow XPS |
08 Operating Specifications Specification
| Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load | 3200lb | 1451.5kg |
|---|---|---|
| Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load | 2240lb | 1016.1kg |
| Ground Contact Area | 2504in2 | 1.7m2 |
| Ground Pressure | 4 psi | |
| Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight | 3465lb | 1571.7kg |
| Tipping Load | 6483lb | 2940.7kg |
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7308lb | 3314.9kg |
09 Service Refill Capacities Specification
| Cooling System | 3.7gal | 14.1L |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 26gal | 98.5L |
| Hydraulic Tank | 11gal | 41.7L |
| Engine Crankcase | 2.6gal | 9.9L |
| Hydraulic System | 15gal | 56.8L |
10 Cab Specification
| Rops | SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994 | |
|---|---|---|
| Fops | SAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I | |
| Fops Level Ii | SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II |
11 Dimensions Dimensions
| Width Over Tracks | 6.5ft in | 1981mm |
|---|---|---|
| Height To Top Of Cab | 6.95ft in | 2117mm |
| Ground Clearance | 9.1in | 231.14mm |
| Clearance At Max Lift And Dump | 7.97ft in | 2427mm |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 1.95ft in | 594mm |
| Length - Track On Ground | 69.6in | 1767.84mm |
| Length - With Bucket On Ground | 144.81in | 3677.92mm |
| Length - Without Bucket | 116.5in | 2959.1mm |
| Length With Out Bucket | 9.72ft in | 2960mm |
| Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump | 95.6in | 2428.24mm |
| Departure Angle | 44 degrees | |
| Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket | 91.11in | 2314mm |
| Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear | 64.57in | 1640mm |
| Vehicle Width | 78in | 1981.2mm |
| Length With Bucket | 12.08ft in | 3679mm |
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 7.7in | 195.58mm |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 40 degrees | |
| Maximum Overall Height | 157.7in | 4005.58mm |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel | 54.6in | 1386.84mm |
| Overall Length - Track | 89.4in | 2270.77mm |
| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 85 degrees | |
| Reach At Maximum Lift/Dump | 23.4in | 594.36mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Bucket | 91.1in | 2313.94mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Coupler | 57.9in | 1470.66mm |
| Turn Radius From Center - Rear | 64.6in | 1640.84mm |
12 Undercarriage Dimensions
| Length Of Track On Ground | 5.8ft in | 1767mm |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Contact Area | 2504in2 | 1.62m2 |
| Ground Pressure | 4psi | 27.58kPa |
?Questions & answersfrom this machine's data
- How much does a Caterpillar 279C compact track loader weigh?
- A Caterpillar 279C compact track loader has an operating weight of 9,892 lb (4,486.9 kg).
- How much can a Caterpillar 279C compact track loader lift?
- A Caterpillar 279C compact track loader has a rated operating capacity of 3,200 lb (1,451.5 kg).
- What engine does a Caterpillar 279C compact track loader have?
- A Caterpillar 279C compact track loader is powered by a C3.4 DIT engine producing 82 hp (61.2 kW).
- How much fuel does a Caterpillar 279C compact track loader hold?
- A Caterpillar 279C compact track loader has a fuel capacity of 25.9 gal (98 L).
- What is the ground clearance of a Caterpillar 279C compact track loader?
- A Caterpillar 279C compact track loader has a ground clearance of 9.1 in (231.1 mm).
- How long is a Caterpillar 279C compact track loader?
- A Caterpillar 279C compact track loader has an overall length of 12.1 ft (3,679 mm) with the bucket on the ground.
Method. Figures are manufacturer reference specifications, not measurements. Every value is checked for unit consistency, physically possible magnitude, and plausibility for its equipment class before publication; figures that fail any check are withheld rather than shown, and figures reconstructed from related data are marked above. Imperial and metric figures are reproduced as published, except where a note states otherwise.