Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader Specs

Category: Compact Track Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 249D ➔

The Caterpillar 249D is a compact track loader designed for grading, material handling, site preparation, and general construction work. It features a vertical lift design for improved reach and lift height, making it suitable for loading trucks and placing materials. The 249D is part of Caterpillar's D Series and is commonly used in landscaping, agriculture, utility, and rental applications. Its tracked undercarriage provides flotation and traction on soft, uneven, or muddy ground. The machine supports a range of hydraulic attachments, including buckets, forks, augers, and grapples, allowing it to perform multiple tasks on job sites.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader General Specifications specifications
ENGINE POWER	67.00 hp (49.96 kw) — Starting 2019 Model Year
OPERATING LOAD	2,300.00 lbs (1,043.26 kg) — Starting 2016 Model Year
OPERATING WIDTH	66.00 in (167.64 cm) — Starting 2019 Model Year
RATED OPERATING CAPACITY (35%)	1,610.00 lbs (730.28 kg) — Starting 2020 Model Year
RATED OPERATING CAPACITY (50%)	1,610.00 lbs (730.28 kg) — Starting 2019 Model Year

Air Conditioning System

Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader Air Conditioning System specifications
Air Conditioning	The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.81 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.158 metric tonnes.

Cab

Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader Cab specifications
Fops	ISO 3449:2005 Level I
Fops Level Ii	ISO 3449:2005 Level II
Rops	ISO 3471:2008

Dimensions

Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	8.60 in (21.84 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	9.85 ft (3.00 m)
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift	12.20 in (30.99 cm)
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump	88.70 in (225.30 cm)
Departure Angle	34.5 degrees
Ground Clearance	0.64 ft (0.20 m)
Height - Top Of Cab	6.70 ft (2.04 m)
Length - Track On Ground	54.50 in (138.43 cm)
Length - With Bucket On Ground	127.30 in (323.34 cm)
Length - Without Bucket	99.30 in (252.22 cm)
Maximum Dump Angle	48 degrees
Maximum Overall Height	150.81 in (383.06 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel To Ground	51.80 in (131.57 cm)
Note	Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, 1676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, 320 mm (12.6 in) tracks, standard flow hydraulics, C0 cab (OROPS, static seat), 880 CCA battery, manual quick coupler, no self level and no optional counterweights (unless otherwise noted).
Overall Length - Track	71.20 in (180.85 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height	87.5 degrees
Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump	28.60 in (72.64 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Bucket	81.10 in (205.99 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Coupler	45.70 in (116.08 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear	57.40 in (145.80 cm)
Vehicle Width (320 Mm/12.6 In Tracks)	66.00 in (167.64 cm)
Vehicle Width (400 Mm/15.7 In Tracks)	69.10 in (175.51 cm)

Engine

Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader Engine specifications
Bore	3.30 in (8.38 cm)
Displacement	134.30 cu in (2,200.79 cu cm)
Engine Model	Cat C2.2 CRDI
Gross Power - Sae J1995	67.10 hp (50.04 kw)
Net Power	65.80 hp (49.07 kw)
Net Power - Iso 9249	66.50 hp (49.59 kw)
Net Power - Sae 1349	65.80 hp (49.07 kw)
Peak Torque - 1,500 Rpm - Sae J1995	153.00 lbs ft (207.44 nm)
Stroke	3.90 in (9.91 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	50.90 hp (37.96 kw)
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Loader Hydraulic Flow	26.00 gpm (98.41 lpm)
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3336 psi
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	35.50 hp (26.47 kw)
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow	18.00 gpm (68.13 lpm)
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3336 psi

Noise Level

Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader Noise Level specifications
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)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	3,963.00 lbs (1,797.59 kg)
Ground Contact Area - With 320 Mm/12.6 In Track	1373 in2
Ground Contact Area - With 400 Mm/15.7 In Track	1716 in2
Ground Pressure - With 320 Mm/12.6 In Track	5.6 psi
Ground Pressure - With 400 Mm/15.7 In Track	4.6 psi
Note	Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, 1676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, 320 mm (12.6 in) tracks, standard flow hydraulics, C0 cab (OROPS, static seat), 880 CCA battery, manual quick coupler, no self level and no optional counterweights (unless otherwise noted).
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load	1,610.00 lbs (730.28 kg)
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load	2,300.00 lbs (1,043.26 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight	2,500.00 lbs (1,133.98 kg)
Tipping Load	4,600.00 lbs (2,086.53 kg)

Operational

Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader Operational specifications
Operating Weight	7,685.00 lbs (3,485.86 kg)

Power Train

Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed - Forward Or Reverse	7.00 mph (11.27 kph)

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System	3.20 gal (12.11 l)
Engine Crankcase	2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Tank	15.10 gal (57.15 l)
Hydraulic System	11.90 gal (45.04 l)
Hydraulic Tank	9.00 gal (34.07 l)

Weights

Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader Weights specifications
Note	Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, 1676 mm (66 in) dirt bucket, 320 mm (12.6 in) tracks, standard flow hydraulics, C0 cab (OROPS, static seat), 880 CCA battery, manual quick coupler, no self level and no optional counterweights (unless otherwise noted).