Construction Equipment Guide
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The Caterpillar 259D3 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, compact frame, and rubber track undercarriage for traction and flotation on job sites where wheeled loaders may be limited. The 259D3 is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and utility applications. Caterpillar offers the model with a range of bucket, fork, and attachment options to support multiple tasks. The machine is part of Cat's D3 series compact track loader lineup, known for operator visibility, maneuverability, and compatibility with auxiliary hydraulic attachments.
| Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift | 121.00 in (307.34 cm) — Starting 2021 Model Year |
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| Engine | C3.3B DIT — Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Engine Power | 74.00 hp (55.18 kw) — Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Gross Power | 74.30 hp (55.41 kw) — Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Loader Hydraulic Power | 39.00 hp (29.08 kw) — Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 8,987.00 lbs (4,076.44 kg) — Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Operating Width | 66 / 69 — Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 50% | 2,010 (915) — Starting 2024 Model Year |
| ROC @ 35% Tipping Load | 2,010.00 lbs (911.72 kg) — Starting 2023 Model Year |
| ROC @ 35% Tpg Load | 2,010.00 lbs (911.72 kg) — Starting 2021 Model Year |
| Tipping Load | 5,745.00 lbs (2,605.89 kg) — Starting 2021 Model Year |