# 2012 Caterpillar 279C for Sale in Australia, Aus **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** Auction pricing - **Listing ID:** 89473454 - **Year:** 2012 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 279C - **Category:** Compact Track Loaders - **Hours:** 4845 - **Serial number:** CAT0279CCMBT03155 - **Location:** Australia, Aus - **Auction starts:** 2026-11-25 ## Description Enclosed Cab, Air Conditioner, Ride Control, Joystick Steering, Rear View Camera, E-Stops, 450 mm Track Belts, Manual Quick Coupler, 2000 mm Multi-Purpose Bucket, Counterweight Kit COMES WITH IRONCLAD ASSURANCE. SUBJECT TO NEW SOUTH WALES SALES TAX. ## 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:** 7.7 in (19.56 cm) - **Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift:** 10.27 ft (3.13 m) - **Clearance At Max Lift And Dump:** 7.97 ft (2.43 m) - **Clearance At Maximum Lift And Dump:** 95.6 in (242.82 cm) - **Departure Angle:** 44 degrees - **Ground Clearance:** 9.1 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:** 69.6 in (176.78 cm) - **Length - With Bucket On Ground:** 144.81 in (367.82 cm) - **Length - Without Bucket:** 116.5 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:** 40 degrees - **Maximum Overall Height:** 157.7 in (400.56 cm) - **Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel:** 54.6 in (138.68 cm) - **Overall Length - Track:** 89.4 in (227.08 cm) - **Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height:** 85 degrees - **Reach At Max Lift And Dump:** 1.95 ft (0.59 m) - **Reach At Maximum Lift/Dump:** 23.4 in (59.44 cm) - **Turn Radius From Center - Bucket:** 91.1 in (231.39 cm) - **Turn Radius From Center - Coupler:** 57.9 in (147.07 cm) - **Turn Radius From Center - Rear:** 64.6 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 in (198.12 cm) - **Width Over Tracks:** 6.5 ft (1.98 m) ### Engine - **Aspiration:** Turbocharged - **Bore:** 3.4 in (8.64 cm) - **Displacement:** 201 cu in (3293.81 cu cm) - **Engine Make:** 2236 - **Engine Model:** C3.4 DIT - **Engine Model:** Cat C3.4T - **Gross Power:** 84 hp (62.64 kw) - **Gross Power - Sae J1995:** 84 hp (62.64 kw) - **Net Power:** 82 hp (61.15 kw) - **Net Power - Sae 1349:** 82 hp (61.15 kw) - **Number Of Cylinders:** 4 - **Power Measured @:** 2500 rpm - **Stroke:** 4.7 in (11.94 cm) ### Hydraulic - **Pump Flow:** 22.2 gpm (84.03 lpm) - **Relief Valve Pressure:** 3335 psi ### Hydraulic System - **Hydraulic Flow (1):** Standard - **Hydraulic Flow (2):** High Flow XPS - **Hydraulic Power:** 42.8 hp (31.92 kw) - **Loader Hydraulic Flow:** 22 gpm (83.27 lpm) - **Loader Hydraulic Pressure:** 3335 psi - **Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow:** 33 gpm (124.91 lpm) - **Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure:** 4061 psi ### Loader - **Breakout Force:** 7308 lbs (3314.86 kg) - **Bucket Capacity:** 0.6 cu yd - **Operating Load:** 3200 lbs (1451.5 kg) - **Tipping Angle:** 6483 degrees ### Operating Specifications - **Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder:** 7308 lbs (3314.86 kg) - **Ground Contact Area:** 2504 in2 - **Ground Pressure:** 4 psi - **Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load:** 2240 lbs (1016.05 kg) - **Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load:** 3200 lbs (1451.5 kg) - **Rated Operating Capacity With Optional Counterweight:** 3465 lbs (1571.7 kg) - **Tipping Load:** 6483 lbs (2940.64 kg) ### Operational - **Alternator Supplied Amperage:** 90 amps - **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 3.7 gal (14 l) - **Engine Oil Capacity:** 2.7 gal (10.22 l) - **Fuel Capacity:** 25.9 gal (98.03 l) - **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 15.1 gal (57.15 l) - **Max Speed - High Range:** 8.5 mph (13.68 kph) - **Max Speed - Low Range:** 5.1 mph (8.21 kph) - **Operating Voltage:** 12 V - **Operating Weight:** 9892 lbs (4486.94 kg) ### Power Train - **Travel Speed Forward:** 5 mph (8.05 kph) - **Travel Speed Forward - 2-Speed:** 8.5 mph (13.68 kph) - **Travel Speed Reverse:** 5 mph (8.05 kph) - **Travel Speed Reverse - 2-Speed:** 8.5 mph (13.68 kph) ### Service Refill Capacities - **Cooling System:** 3.7 gal (14 l) - **Engine Crankcase:** 2.6 gal (9.84 l) - **Fuel Tank:** 26 gal (98.41 l) - **Hydraulic System:** 15 gal (56.78 l) - **Hydraulic Tank:** 11 gal (41.64 l) ### Undercarriage - **Ground Contact Area:** 2504 in2 - **Ground Pressure:** 4 psi - **Length Of Track On Ground:** 5.8 ft (1.77 m) ### Weights - **Operating Weight:** 9892 lbs (4486.94 kg) ## About this model The Caterpillar 279C is a compact track loader designed for grading, loading, material handling, and general construction work in confined or uneven terrain. It features a vertical lift design, rubber track undercarriage, and a compact frame for improved stability and maneuverability. The 279C is commonly used in landscaping, site preparation, utility work, and agricultural applications. Caterpillar equipped this model with a diesel engine, hydraulic attachment capability, and a sealed operator station for productivity in varied conditions. As part of the Cat compact track loader lineup, the 279C is recognized for its versatility, traction, and compatibility with a wide range of attachments. ## Photos ![2012 Caterpillar 279C](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23224/81/4ad15666-5699-4686-8ceb-f7e58db99ae6-hr.jpg) ![2012 Caterpillar 279C photo 2](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23224/81/82be0038-9d8a-40bb-97c4-865cb1ac92d8-hr.jpg) ![2012 Caterpillar 279C photo 3](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23224/81/0d26ec2e-ea09-4ba4-b0c6-a813daabae3c-hr.jpg) ![2012 Caterpillar 279C photo 4](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23224/81/59deed9f-9e8a-4acf-97a5-ea18cbdf6f17-hr.jpg) ![2012 Caterpillar 279C photo 5](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23224/81/280a42e5-ba8b-479b-bde9-ee5ba42b7115-hr.jpg) ![2012 Caterpillar 279C photo 6](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23224/81/2bdeb32f-3b9a-4298-bf82-aec1401aa2b7-hr.jpg) ![2012 Caterpillar 279C photo 7](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23224/81/ba1ba168-67d6-4114-8a21-2461d48fc251-hr.jpg)