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279C Series 2

Compact Track Loaders

Fully suspended, steel embedded rubber track undercarriage provides a smooth ride, better load retention and greater productivity. Spacious, sealed and pressurized cab, low ground pressure, highly durable components and excellent drawbar performance help you get more done and increase your bottom line.

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Engine Model Cat® C3.4T

Net Power 54 kW

Gross Power - SAE J1995 55 kW

Net Power - SAE 1349 54 kW

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FEATURES & BENEFITS

Operator Station

Sealed and Pressurized CabComfort and ease of operation have been designed into every aspect of the operator station. The wide, spacious interior and uncluttered floor pr... Read more

Steel Embedded Rubber Track Undercarriage

Low Ground PressureCaterpillar introduces the industry's first fully suspended undercarriage for a Compact Track Loader. The heavy-duty torsion axles suspend the CTL unde... Read more

Radial Lift Linkage

Radial Lift DesignThe 279C Series 2 features a radial lift design, delivering excellent digging performance with superior performance. Read more

Power Train

EngineThe high performance power train provides high engine horsepower and torque. The machine features the Cat C3.4 DIT engine--a rugged, reliable engine that meets worl... Read more

Hydraulics

Hydraulic SystemMaximum power and reliability are built into the Cat Compact Track Loader hydraulic system. In addition to providing power to the tracks, this system also... Read more

Work Tools

The Right Tool for the JobDesigned and built for optimum performance and durability, Cat Work Tools deliver high productivity in a variety of applications to maximize ver... Read more

Serviceability

Easy MaintenanceConvenient service features make maintenance easy, reducing your downtime: Rear door opens 90 degrees for easy access to both sides of the engine. Cab til... Read more

Customer Support

Dealer ServicesYour Cat dealer is ready to assist you with your purchase decision and everything after. Make detailed comparisons of the machines you are considering befo... Read more

SPECIFICATIONS FOR 279C Series 2

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Engine

Engine Model	Cat® C3.4T
Net Power	54 kW
Gross Power - SAE J1995	55 kW
Net Power - SAE 1349	54 kW
Displacement	3.3 l
Bore	94 mm²
Stroke	120 mm²

Weights

Operating Weight

4475 kg

Operating Specifications

Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load	1383 kg
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load	968 kg
Ground Contact Area	1.49 m²
Ground Pressure	29.5 kPa
Tipping Load	2767 kg
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	3315 kg

Dimensions

Length - Track on Ground	1625 mm²
Overall Length - Track	2129 mm²
Length - With Bucket on Ground	3679 mm²
Length - Without Bucket	2960 mm²
Height - Top of Cab	2117 mm²
Vehicle Width	1981 mm²
Maximum Overall Height	4005 mm²
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	3128 mm²
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	195 mm²
Reach at Maximum Lift/Dump	594 mm²
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	2427 mm²
Ground Clearance	231 mm²
Departure Angle	44°
Maximum Dump Angle	40°
Turn Radius from Center - Rear	1762 mm²
Turn Radius from Center - Coupler	1458 mm²
Turn Radius from Center - Bucket	2238 mm²
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel	1387 mm²
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	85°

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Flow (1)	Standard
Loader Hydraulic Pressure	23000 kPa
Loader Hydraulic Flow	84 l/min
Hydraulic Power	31.9 kW
Hydraulic Flow (2)	High Flow XPS
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	28000 kPa
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	125 l/min

Cab

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

Power Train

Travel Speed Forward	8.1 km/h
Travel Speed Reverse	8.1 km/h
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed	13.6 km/h
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed	13.6 km/h

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	14 l
Engine Crankcase	10 l
Fuel Tank	98 l
Hydraulic System	57 l
Hydraulic Tank	42 l

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