Category : Compact Track Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : 289C ➔
The Caterpillar 289C 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 289C is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and site preparation applications. Caterpillar equipped the model with a diesel engine, hydraulic attachment capability, and operator controls suited for loader and attachment work. Its tracked undercarriage helps improve flotation and traction compared with wheeled machines, making the 289C suitable for demanding terrain and varied work environments.
Cab
Caterpillar 289C 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 289C Compact Track Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position
7.70 in (19.56 cm)
Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift
10.63 ft (3.24 m)
Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift
14.60 in (37.08 cm)
Clearance At Max Lift And Dump
8.06 ft (2.46 m)
Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump
96.70 in (245.62 cm)
Departure Angle
44 degrees
Ground Clearance
9.10 in (23.11 cm)
Height - Top Of Cab
6.95 ft (2.12 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
6.95 ft (2.12 m)
Length - Track On Ground
69.60 in (176.78 cm)
Length - With Bucket On Ground
144.81 in (367.82 cm)
Length - Without Bucket
116.50 in (295.91 cm)
Length With Bucket
12.08 ft (3.68 m)
Length With Out Bucket
9.72 ft (2.96 m)
Maximum Dump Angle
50 degrees
Maximum Overall Height
160.70 in (408.18 cm)
Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel
50.50 in (128.27 cm)
Overall Length - Track
89.40 in (227.08 cm)
Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height
85 degrees
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
2.57 ft (0.78 m)
Reach At Maximum Lift/Dump
30.70 in (77.98 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Bucket
91.10 in (231.39 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Coupler
57.90 in (147.07 cm)
Turn Radius From Center - Rear
64.60 in (164.08 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket
91.11 in (231.42 cm)
Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear
64.57 in (164.01 cm)
Vehicle Width
78.00 in (198.12 cm)
Width Over Tracks
6.50 ft (1.98 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Bore
3.70 in (9.40 cm)
Displacement
201.00 cu in (3,293.81 cu cm)
Engine Make
2236
Engine Model
C3.4 DIT
Gross Power
84.00 hp (62.64 kw)
Gross Power - Sae J1995
84.00 hp (62.64 kw)
Net Power
82.00 hp (61.15 kw)
Net Power - Sae 1349
82.00 hp (61.15 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
4
Power Measured @
2500 rpm
Stroke
4.70 in (11.94 cm)
Hydraulic
Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader Hydraulic specifications
Pump Flow
22.20 gpm (84.03 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure
3335 psi
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow (1)
Standard
Hydraulic Flow (2)
High Flow XPS
Hydraulic Power
42.80 hp (31.92 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Flow
22.00 gpm (83.27 lpm)
Loader Hydraulic Pressure
3335 psi
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow
33.00 gpm (124.91 lpm)
Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure
4061 psi
Loader
Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader Loader specifications
Breakout Force
7,308.00 lbs (3,314.86 kg)
Bucket Capacity
0.6 cu yd
Operating Load
3,850.00 lbs (1,746.33 kg)
Tipping Angle
7721 degrees
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder
7,308.00 lbs (3,314.86 kg)
Ground Contact Area
2504 in2
Ground Pressure
4.1 psi
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
2,695.00 lbs (1,222.43 kg)
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
3,850.00 lbs (1,746.33 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight
4,101.00 lbs (1,860.18 kg)
Tipping Load
7,721.00 lbs (3,502.19 kg)
Operational
Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
90 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Engine Oil Capacity
2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Fuel Capacity
25.90 gal (98.03 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
15.10 gal (57.15 l)
Max Speed - High Range
8.50 mph (13.68 kph)
Max Speed - Low Range
5.10 mph (8.21 kph)
Operating Voltage
12 V
Operating Weight
10,365.00 lbs (4,701.49 kg)
Power Train
Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed Forward
5.00 mph (8.05 kph)
Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed
8.50 mph (13.68 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse
5.00 mph (8.05 kph)
Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed
8.50 mph (13.68 kph)
Service Refill Capacities
Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System
3.70 gal (14.00 l)
Engine Crankcase
2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Fuel Tank
26.00 gal (98.41 l)
Hydraulic System
15.00 gal (56.78 l)
Hydraulic Tank
11.00 gal (41.64 l)
Undercarriage
Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader Undercarriage specifications
Ground Contact Area
2504 in2
Ground Pressure
4.1 psi
Length Of Track On Ground
5.80 ft (1.77 m)
Weights
Caterpillar 289C Compact Track Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight
10,365.00 lbs (4,701.49 kg)
