Category : Compact Track Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : 259B3 ➔
The Caterpillar 259B3 is a compact track loader designed for grading, loading, material handling, and work in soft or uneven ground conditions. It features a vertical lift design, rubber track undercarriage, and a compact frame for maneuverability in confined job sites. The 259B3 is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and utility applications. Caterpillar equipped the model with a diesel engine, hydraulic auxiliary flow for attachments, and an operator station designed for visibility and control. The machine supports a range of buckets and work tools, making it a versatile compact track loader for general earthmoving and site preparation tasks.
Cab
Caterpillar 259B3 Compact Track Loader Cab specifications
Fops
SAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I
Fops Level Ii
SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II
Rops
SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994
Dimensions
Caterpillar 259B3 Compact Track Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
8.00 in (20.32 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
10.00 ft (3.05 m)
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump
7.36 ft (2.24 m)
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump
88.00 in (223.52 cm)
Departure Angle
35 degrees
Ground Clearance
9.00 in (22.86 cm)
Height - Top Of Cab
6.50 ft (1.98 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
6.52 ft (1.99 m)
Length - Track On Ground
59.00 in (149.86 cm)
Length - With Bucket On Ground
135.00 in (342.90 cm)
Length - Without Bucket
107.00 in (271.78 cm)
Length With Bucket
11.26 ft (3.43 m)
Length With Out Bucket
8.94 ft (2.72 m)
Maximum Dump Angle
49.5 degrees
Maximum Overall Height
152.00 in (386.08 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel
53.00 in (134.62 cm)
Overall Length - Track
79.00 in (200.66 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
87 degrees
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
2.43 ft (0.74 m)
Reach At Maximum Lift/Dump
29.00 in (73.66 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket
86.00 in (218.44 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler
55.00 in (139.70 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Rear
58.00 in (147.32 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket
85.60 in (217.42 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear
57.92 in (147.12 cm)
Vehicle Width
66.00 in (167.64 cm)
Width Over Tracks
5.76 ft (1.76 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 259B3 Compact Track Loader Engine specifications
Bore
3.70 in (9.40 cm)
Displacement
201.00 cu in (3,293.81 cu cm)
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
Cat C3.4T
Gross Power
74.00 hp (55.18 kw)
Gross Power - Sae J1995
74.00 hp (55.18 kw)
Net Power
71.00 hp (52.95 kw)
Net Power - Sae 1349
71.00 hp (52.95 kw)
Stroke
4.70 in (11.94 cm)
Hydraulic
Caterpillar 259B3 Compact Track Loader Hydraulic specifications
Pump Flow
22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure
3335 psi
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 259B3 Compact Track Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow (1)
Standard
Hydraulic Flow (2)
High Flow
Hydraulic Power
42.80 hp (31.92 kw)
Hydraulic Power - Calculated
60.30 hp (44.97 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Flow (1)
22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Flow (2)
31.00 gpm (117.34 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3335 psi
Loader
Caterpillar 259B3 Compact Track Loader Loader specifications
Breakout Force
4,508.50 lbs (2,045.02 kg)
Operating Load
2,949.80 lbs (1,338.01 kg)
Tipping Angle
5899.6 degrees
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar 259B3 Compact Track Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
4,508.00 lbs (2,044.80 kg)
Ground Contact Area
1495 in2
Ground Pressure
6 psi
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
2,065.00 lbs (936.67 kg)
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
2,950.00 lbs (1,338.10 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight
3,000.00 lbs (1,360.78 kg)
Tipping Load
5,900.00 lbs (2,676.20 kg)
Operational
Caterpillar 259B3 Compact Track Loader Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
90 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Engine Oil Capacity
2.40 gal (9.08 l)
Fuel Capacity
22.20 gal (84.03 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
14.60 gal (55.26 l)
Max Speed - High Range
8.50 mph (13.68 kph)
Max Speed - Low Range
5.90 mph (9.50 kph)
Operating Voltage
12 V
Operating Weight
9,226.40 lbs (4,185.03 kg)
Power Train
Caterpillar 259B3 Compact Track Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed Forward
5.90 mph (9.50 kph)
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed
8.50 mph (13.68 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse
5.90 mph (9.50 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed
8.50 mph (13.68 kph)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 259B3 Compact Track Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Engine Crankcase
2.40 gal (9.08 l)
Fuel Tank
22.20 gal (84.03 l)
Hydraulic System
14.50 gal (54.88 l)
Hydraulic Tank
9.20 gal (34.82 l)
Undercarriage
Caterpillar 259B3 Compact Track Loader Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area
1848 in2
Ground Pressure
5 psi
Length Of Track On Ground
4.91 ft (1.50 m)
Width Of Track
15.75 in (40.00 cm)
Weights
Caterpillar 259B3 Compact Track Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight
8,934.00 lbs (4,052.40 kg)
