Construction Equipment Guide
470 Maryland Drive
Fort Washington, PA 19034
800-523-2200
The Caterpillar 299D3 XE is a compact track loader designed for high-performance material handling, grading, and attachment work in demanding jobsite conditions. It features a vertical lift design, high-flow hydraulic capability, and a compact footprint for maneuverability in confined areas. The 299D3 XE is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and utility applications where traction and stability are important. Caterpillar's D3 series includes operator-focused controls, improved visibility, and service access for routine maintenance. The 299D3 XE supports a wide range of attachments, making it a versatile machine for loading, digging, grading, and site preparation tasks.
| Engine Power | 110.00 hp (82.03 kw) — Starting 2024 Model Year |
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| Operating Width | 76 / 78 — Starting 2024 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 50% | 3,560 (1,615) — Starting 2024 Model Year |
| 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. — Starting 2026 Model Year |
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| FOPS | ISO 3449:2005 Level I — Starting 2026 Model Year |
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| ROPS | ISO 3471:2008 — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 7.10 in (18.03 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
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| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 126.30 in (320.80 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 19.40 in (49.28 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 94.50 in (240.03 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Departure Angle | 33 degrees — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Ground Clearance | 9.60 in (24.38 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Height | 6.75 ft (2.06 m) |
| Height - Top of Cab | 83.60 in (212.34 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Length | 12.67 ft (3.86 m) |
| Length - Track on Ground | 69.60 in (176.78 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Length - With Bucket on Ground | 154.70 in (392.94 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Length - Without Bucket | 125.50 in (318.77 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 54 degrees — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Maximum Overall Height | 158.70 in (403.10 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground | 51.90 in (131.83 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Overall Length - Track | 89.40 in (227.08 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 81 degrees — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 33.60 in (85.34 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Roll Back Angle | 25 degrees — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Turning Radius from Center - Bucket (racked) | 91.10 in (231.39 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Turning Radius from Center - Coupler | 58.10 in (147.57 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear | 74.00 in (187.96 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7 in tracks) | 76.00 in (193.04 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Vehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks) | 78.00 in (198.12 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Weight | 11,756.00 lbs (5,332.44 kg) |
| Width | 6.42 ft (1.96 m) |
| Bore | 3.90 in (9.91 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
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| Displacement | 232.00 cu in (3,801.81 cu cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Engine Model | Cat C3.8 DIT (turbo) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Gross Power - SAE J1995:2014 | 110.00 hp (82.03 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Net Power | 106.00 hp (79.05 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 107.00 hp (79.79 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Net Power - SAE 1349 | 106.00 hp (79.05 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995 | 276 ft·lbf — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Stroke | 4.70 in (11.94 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Hydraulic Flow - XE - Hydraulic Power (calculated) | 94.00 hp (70.10 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
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| Hydraulic Flow - XE - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow* | 40.00 gpm (151.40 lpm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Hydraulic Flow - XE - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4061 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Standard Flow Mode - Hydraulic Power - Calculated | 44.00 hp (32.81 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Standard Flow Mode - Loader Hydraulic Flow | 23.00 gpm (87.06 lpm) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Standard Flow Mode - Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Inside Cab* | 83 dB(A) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
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| Outside Cab** | 104 dB(A) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder | 6,162.00 lbs (2,795.04 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
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| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7,270.00 lbs (3,297.62 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Ground Contact Area - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track | 2171 in² — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Ground Contact Area - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track | 2443 in² — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Ground Pressure - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track | 5.9 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Ground Pressure - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track | 5.2 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load | 4,340.00 lbs (1,968.59 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load | 6,200.00 lbs (2,812.28 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Tipping Load | 12,400.00 lbs (5,624.55 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed | 5.50 mph (8.85 kph) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
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| Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed | 8.30 mph (13.36 kph) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Cooling System | 4.10 gal (15.52 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
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| Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank | 5.00 gal (18.93 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Engine Crankcase | 3.50 gal (13.25 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Fuel Tank | 58.00 gal (219.53 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Hydraulic System | 14.50 gal (54.88 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Hydraulic Tank | 10.30 gal (38.99 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
| Operating Weight | 12,764.00 lbs (5,789.66 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year |
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