# Caterpillar 259D3 for Sale in Minneapolis, MN

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/compact-track-loaders/259d3/id/82043333>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $29,900.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 82043333
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 259D3
- **Category:** Compact Track Loaders
- **Hours:** 3440
- **Serial number:** CW903532
- **Location:** Minneapolis, MN

## Description

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## 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:** Yes
- **Current Parts Manual:** No
- **Current Safety Manual:** Yes

### ENGINE

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

### COOLING SYSTEM

- **Compression in Radiator:** No

### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM

- **Block Heater:** Yes

### TANDEMS/GEARS/BEARINGS/CHAINS

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

### HYDRAULICS

- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** No

### ATTACHMENTS / WORK TOOLS

- **Overall Operating Condition - ATTACHMENTS / WORK TOOLS:** Good

### BUCKET

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

### UNDERCARRIAGE

- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** 15.5 in

## Manufacturer specifications

### General Specifications

- **Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift (since 2021):** 121 in (307.34 cm)
- **Engine (since 2021):** C3.3B DIT
- **Engine Power HP (KW) (since 2021):** 74 (55)
- **Gross Power (since 2021):** 74.3 hp (55.41 kw)
- **Loader Hydraulic Power (since 2021):** 39 hp (29.08 kw)
- **Operating Weight (since 2021):** 8987 lbs (4076.44 kg)
- **Operating Width IN. (CM) (since 2021):** 66 (168) / 69 (27)
- **Operating Width IN. (CM) (since 2022):** 66 (168) / 69 (176)
- **Rated Operating Capacity LBS. (KG) 50% (since 2021):** 2,010 (912)
- **Rated Operating Capacity LBS. (KG) 50% (since 2022):** 2,010 (915)
- **ROC @ 35% Tipping Load (since 2023):** 2010 lbs (911.72 kg)
- **ROC @ 35% Tpg Load (since 2021):** 2010 lbs (911.72 kg)
- **Tipping Load (since 2021):** 5745 lbs (2605.89 kg)

## About this model

The Caterpillar 259D3 is a compact track loader designed for grading, loading, material handling, and work in soft or uneven ground conditions. It is part of Caterpillar's D3 series and uses a tracked undercarriage for improved traction and flotation compared with wheeled skid steer loaders. The 259D3 is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and utility applications. Typical features include a vertical lift path, enclosed cab options, hydraulic attachment capability, and operator controls suited for precision work. The model is recognized for its compact size, maneuverability, and compatibility with a wide range of work tools and attachments.

## Photos

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