# Caterpillar 259B3 for Sale in Wills Point , TX

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/compact-track-loaders/259b3/id/89083582>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $35,000.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 89083582
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 259B3
- **Category:** Compact Track Loaders
- **Hours:** 3021
- **Serial number:** YYZ04531
- **Location:** Wills Point , TX

## Description

2 Speed Travel, Air Conditioner, Auxiliary Hydraulics Pressure - Standard Flow, Bucket, Coupler Type - Mechanical, Emissions Level - EPA - Tier 4i, Emissions Level - EU - Stage 3A, Heater / Defroster, Lighting, Online Owner's Manual , Regulatory Marking, ROPS - Enclosed

## Machine details

### GENERAL APPEARANCE

- **Cleaning Required:** Yes

### SAFETY ITEMS

- **ROPS Certification Plate:** Yes
- **Safety Decals In Place:** Yes
- **Safety Decals Legible:** Yes

### OPERATOR STATION

- **Current O&MM:** No
- **Current Parts Manual:** No
- **Current Safety Manual:** No

### ENGINE

- **Blow By:** No
- **Knocking:** No
- **Oil Leaks:** No
- **Water in Oil:** No

### COOLING SYSTEM

- **Compression in Radiator:** No

### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM

- **Alternator:** Good
- **Lighting:** Fair
- **Starter:** Good
- **Wiring:** Good

### TANDEMS/GEARS/BEARINGS/CHAINS

- **Front Torsion Bars:** Good
- **Lines / Linkages:** Good
- **Operating Condition:** Good
- **Rear Torsion Bars:** Good
- **Torsion Axles:** Good
- **Travel Controls:** Good
- **Travel Motors:** Good
- **Travel Pumps:** Good

### HYDRAULICS

- **Detent Switch:** Good
- **Filter Condition (CUT):** Good
- **Hoses / Lines:** Good
- **Lift Cylinders:** Good
- **Pump & Valves:** Good
- **Tank:** Good
- **Tilt Cylinder:** Fair

### BUCKET

- **Bucket Bottom:** Good
- **Bucket Linkage:** Good
- **Bucket Sides:** Good
- **Cutting Edges:** Good
- **Loader Frame:** Good
- **Loader Pins & Bushings:** Good
- **Quick Coupler:** Good
- **Teeth / Adapters:** Good

### UNDERCARRIAGE

- **Idlers:** Good
- **Roller:** Good
- **Roller Frame:** Good
- **Sprocket:** Good
- **Track / Belt Condition:** Good

## Manufacturer specifications

### Cab

- **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

- **Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position:** 8 in (20.32 cm)
- **Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift:** 10 ft (3.05 m)
- **Clearance At Max Lift And Dump:** 7.36 ft (2.24 m)
- **Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump:** 88 in (223.52 cm)
- **Departure Angle:** 35 degrees
- **Ground Clearance:** 9 in (22.86 cm)
- **Height - Top Of Cab:** 6.5 ft (1.98 m)
- **Height To Top Of Cab:** 6.52 ft (1.99 m)
- **Length - Track On Ground:** 59 in (149.86 cm)
- **Length - With Bucket On Ground:** 135 in (342.9 cm)
- **Length - Without Bucket:** 107 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 in (386.08 cm)
- **Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel:** 53 in (134.62 cm)
- **Overall Length - Track:** 79 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 in (73.66 cm)
- **Turn Radius From Center - Bucket:** 86 in (218.44 cm)
- **Turn Radius From Center - Coupler:** 55 in (139.7 cm)
- **Turn Radius From Center - Rear:** 58 in (147.32 cm)
- **Turning Radius From Center - Inc Bucket:** 85.6 in (217.42 cm)
- **Turning Radius From Center - Machine Rear:** 57.92 in (147.12 cm)
- **Vehicle Width:** 66 in (167.64 cm)
- **Width Over Tracks:** 5.76 ft (1.76 m)

### Engine

- **Bore:** 3.7 in (9.4 cm)
- **Displacement:** 201 cu in (3293.81 cu cm)
- **Engine Make:** 2236
- **Engine Model:** Cat C3.4T
- **Engine Model:** C3.4 DIT
- **Gross Power:** 74 hp (55.18 kw)
- **Gross Power - Sae J1995:** 74 hp (55.18 kw)
- **Net Power:** 71 hp (52.95 kw)
- **Net Power - Sae 1349:** 71 hp (52.95 kw)
- **Stroke:** 4.7 in (11.94 cm)

### Hydraulic

- **Pump Flow:** 22 gpm (83.27 lpm)
- **Relief Valve Pressure:** 3335 psi

### Hydraulic System

- **Hydraulic Flow (1):** Standard
- **Hydraulic Flow (2):** High Flow
- **Hydraulic Power:** 42.8 hp (31.92 kw)
- **Hydraulic Power - Calculated:** 60.3 hp (44.97 kw)
- **Loader Hydraulic Flow (1):** 22 gpm (83.27 lpm)
- **Loader Hydraulic Flow (2):** 31 gpm (117.34 lpm)
- **Loader Hydraulic Pressure:** 3335 psi

### Loader

- **Breakout Force:** 4508.5 lbs (2044.67 kg)
- **Operating Load:** 2949.8 lbs (1337.78 kg)
- **Tipping Angle:** 5899.6 degrees

### Operating Specifications

- **Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder:** 4508 lbs (2044.44 kg)
- **Ground Contact Area:** 1495 in2
- **Ground Pressure:** 6 psi
- **Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load:** 2065 lbs (936.51 kg)
- **Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load:** 2950 lbs (1337.87 kg)
- **Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight:** 3000 lbs (1360.54 kg)
- **Tipping Load:** 5900 lbs (2675.74 kg)

### Operational

- **Alternator Supplied Amperage:** 90 amps
- **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 2.7 gal (10.22 l)
- **Engine Oil Capacity:** 2.4 gal (9.08 l)
- **Fuel Capacity:** 22.2 gal (84.03 l)
- **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 14.6 gal (55.26 l)
- **Max Speed - High Range:** 8.5 mph (13.68 kph)
- **Max Speed - Low Range:** 5.9 mph (9.5 kph)
- **Operating Voltage:** 12 V
- **Operating Weight:** 9226.4 lbs (4184.31 kg)

### Power Train

- **Travel Speed Forward:** 5.9 mph (9.5 kph)
- **Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed:** 8.5 mph (13.68 kph)
- **Travel Speed Reverse:** 5.9 mph (9.5 kph)
- **Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed:** 8.5 mph (13.68 kph)

### Service Refill Capacities

- **Cooling System:** 2.6 gal (9.84 l)
- **Engine Crankcase:** 2.4 gal (9.08 l)
- **Fuel Tank:** 22.2 gal (84.03 l)
- **Hydraulic System:** 14.5 gal (54.88 l)
- **Hydraulic Tank:** 9.2 gal (34.82 l)

### Undercarriage

- **Ground Contact Area:** 1848 in2
- **Ground Pressure:** 5 psi
- **Length Of Track On Ground:** 4.91 ft (1.5 m)
- **Width Of Track:** 15.75 in (40 cm)

### Weights

- **Operating Weight:** 8934 lbs (4051.7 kg)

## About this model

The Caterpillar 259B3 is a compact track loader designed for grading, loading, material handling, and work on soft or uneven ground. It is part of Caterpillar's B3 series and uses a tracked undercarriage to provide flotation, traction, and stability in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and utility applications. The 259B3 is commonly configured with a vertical lift path for improved reach at truck height and loading tasks. Typical features include a sealed and pressurized cab, joystick controls, auxiliary hydraulic capability, and compatibility with a wide range of attachments. It is used for earthmoving, site preparation, and general-purpose jobsite operations.

## Photos

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