Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader Specs

Category: Compact Track Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 299D3 ➔

The Caterpillar 299D3 is a compact track loader designed for grading, lifting, loading, and material handling in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and utility work. It features a vertical lift design, high-flotation undercarriage, and rubber tracks for improved traction and reduced ground disturbance on soft or uneven terrain. The 299D3 is commonly equipped with a Cat diesel engine, hydraulic auxiliary flow for attachments, and a sealed, pressurized cab option for operator comfort. Its compact size supports maneuverability in confined job sites while maintaining strong breakout force and attachment versatility. The model is used with buckets, forks, augers, trenchers, and other hydraulic tools.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader General Specifications specifications
Engine Power	98.00 hp (73.08 kw) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Operating Width	76 / 78 — Starting 2024 Model Year
Rated Operating Capacity LBS (KG) 50%	3,480 (1,580) — Starting 2024 Model Year

Air Conditioning System (If Equipped)

Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader Air Conditioning System (If Equipped) specifications
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

Cab

Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader Cab specifications
FOPS	ISO 3449:2005 Level I — Starting 2026 Model Year
ROPS	ISO 3471:2008 — Starting 2026 Model Year

Dimensions

Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position	7.10 in (18.03 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
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	11,464.00 lbs (5,199.99 kg)
Width	6.42 ft (1.96 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader Engine specifications
Bore	3.90 in (9.91 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
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	98.00 hp (73.08 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Net Power	95.00 hp (70.84 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Net Power - ISO 9249	95.00 hp (70.84 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Net Power - SAE 1349	95.00 hp (70.84 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995	246 ft·lbf — Starting 2026 Model Year
Stroke	4.70 in (11.94 cm) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	76.00 hp (56.67 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow	32.00 gpm (121.12 lpm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure	4061 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	44.00 hp (32.81 kw) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow	23.00 gpm (87.06 lpm) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year

Noise Level

Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader Noise Level specifications
Inside Cab*	83 dB(A) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Outside Cab**	104 dB(A) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder	6,162.00 lbs (2,795.04 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year
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	2184 in² — Starting 2026 Model Year
Ground Contact Area - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track	2463 in² — Starting 2026 Model Year
Ground Pressure - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track	5.3 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year
Ground Pressure - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track	4.7 psi — Starting 2026 Model Year
Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load	3,480.00 lbs (1,578.50 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load	4,970.00 lbs (2,254.36 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	5,240.00 lbs (2,376.83 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Tipping Load	9,945.00 lbs (4,510.98 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Power Train

Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader Power Train specifications
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed	5.20 mph (8.37 kph) — Starting 2026 Model Year
Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed	8.40 mph (13.52 kph) — Starting 2026 Model Year

Service Refill Capacities

Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader Service Refill Capacities specifications
Cooling System	4.10 gal (15.52 l) — Starting 2026 Model Year
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	31.70 gal (119.98 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

Weights

Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	11,464.00 lbs (5,199.99 kg) — Starting 2026 Model Year