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Caterpillar 249D Compact Track Loader

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

The Caterpillar 249D is a compact track loader designed for grading, loading, material handling, and work in soft or uneven ground conditions. It features a vertical lift path for improved reach at full height and is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and site preparation. The 249D is part of Caterpillar's D Series compact track loader lineup and is compatible with a range of buckets and hydraulic attachments. Its tracked undercarriage provides flotation and traction in muddy, sandy, or rough terrain, making it suitable for applications where wheeled loaders may have limited performance.

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General Specifications

ENGINE POWER HP (KW)	67 (50) Starting 2019 Model Year
OPERATING LOAD LBS. (KG)	2,300 (1,043) Starting 2016 Model Year
OPERATING WIDTH IN. (CM)	66 (168) Starting 2019 Model Year
Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 35%	1,610 (730) Starting 2020 Model Year
Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 50%	1,610 (730) Starting 2019 Model Year

Air Conditioning System

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

FOPS	ISO 3449:2005 Level I
FOPS Level II	ISO 3449:2005 Level II
ROPS	ISO 3471:2008

Dimensions

Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	8.60 in (21.84 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift	9.90 ft (3.02 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	0.70 ft (0.21 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	150.80 in (383.03 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground	51.80 in (131.57 cm)
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

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	60.00 hp (44.74 kw)
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 ft (46.63 m)
Stroke	3.90 in (9.91 cm)

Hydraulic System

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

Loader

Operating Load Rating	2,300.00 lbs (1,043.26 kg)
Operating Width	67.00 in (170.18 cm)

Noise Level

Inside Cab*	83 dB(A)
Note (1)	Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
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

Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder	3,963.00 lbs (1,797.59 kg)
Ground Contact Area - With 320 mm/12.6 in Track	1,373.00 cu in (22,499.49 cu cm)
Ground Contact Area - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track	1,716.00 cu in (28,120.26 cu cm)
Ground Pressure - With 320 mm/12.6 in Track	5.6 psi
Ground Pressure - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track	4.6 psi
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)

Service Refill Capacities

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)

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