# Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2 for Sale in Salt Lake City, UT

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/compact-track-loaders/279d3_c3h2/id/59556320>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $81,900.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 59556320
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 279D3 C3H2
- **Category:** Compact Track Loaders
- **Hours:** 1926
- **Serial number:** RB903068
- **Location:** Salt Lake City, UT

## Description

\*CONTROL, ISO, PROP, WT, \*DISPLAY, ADVANCED, LCD, CAMERA, \*FAN, COOLING, DEMAND, \*FILM, TWO SPEED, \*HYDRAULICS, PERFORMANCE, (H2), \*LIGHTS, LED, \*QUICK COUPLER, HYDRAULIC, \*ROPS, ENCLOSED WITH A/C (C3), \*RUBBER BELT, 2 SPD, TF IDLERS, \*SEAT,AIR SUSPENSION,CLOTH,HEAT, \*STANDARD RADIO(12V),BLUETOOTH, BATTERY,EXTRA HEAVY DUTY, DISC, CAB PACKAGE, PRO PLUS, CERTIFICATION ARR, P65, COUNTERWEIGHT,MACHINE,EXTERNAL, DOOR, CAB, GLASS, HEATER, ENGINE COOLANT, 120V, INSTRUCTIONS, ANSI, USA, KIT,ENG AIR INTAKE, PRECLEANER, LANE 2 ORDER, Online Owner's Manual , PACK, DOMESTIC TRUCK, PRICED NEW 08/16/21 EK, PRODUCT LINK, CELLULAR PL243, REAR LIGHTS, RIDE CONTROL, NONE, SEAT BELT, 2", SERIALIZED TECHNICAL MEDIA KIT, SHIPPING/STORAGE PROTECTION, TRACK,RUBBER,450MM(17.7IN)BLCK

## Manufacturer specifications

### Air Conditioning System

- **Air Conditioning:** The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.0 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.430 metric tonnes.

### Cab

- **FOPS:** ISO 3449:2005 Level I
- **FOPS Level II:** ISO 3449:2005 Level II
- **ROPS:** ISO 3471:2008

### Dimensions

- **Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position:** 7.8 in (19.81 cm)
- **Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift:** 10.5 ft (3.2 m)
- **Clearance at Max Lift and Dump:** 8.2 ft (2.5 m)
- **Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump:** 97.8 in (248.41 cm)
- **Departure Angle:** 32 degrees
- **Dump angle:** 39 degrees
- **Ground Clearance:** 8.9 in (22.61 cm)
- **Height - Top of Cab:** 7 ft (2.13 m)
- **Length - Track on Ground:** 64.2 in (163.07 cm)
- **Length - with Bucket:** 12.2 ft (3.72 m)
- **Length - With Bucket on Ground:** 146.2 in (371.35 cm)
- **Maximum Dump Angle:** 39 degrees
- **Maximum Overall Height:** 159.5 in (405.13 cm)
- **Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground:** 54 in (137.16 cm)
- **Overall Height:** 13.2 ft (4.02 m)
- **Overall Length - Track:** 83.8 in (212.85 cm)
- **Overall Track Length:** 7 ft (2.13 m)
- **Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height:** 84 degrees
- **Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump:** 22.6 in (57.4 cm)
- **Reach at Max Lift and Dump:** 1.9 ft (0.58 m)
- **Turning Radius from Center - Bucket:** 88.8 in (225.55 cm)
- **Turning Radius from Center - Coupler:** 55.5 in (140.97 cm)
- **Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7 in tracks):** 76 in (193.04 cm)
- **Vehicle Width (450 mm/17.7 in tracks):** 78 in (198.12 cm)
- **Width Over Tracks:** 6.4 ft (1.95 m)

### Engine

- **Bore:** 3.7 in (9.4 cm)
- **Displacement:** 203 cu in (3326.58 cu cm)
- **Engine Make:** DIT
- **Engine Model:** Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
- **Gross Power:** 74.3 hp (55.41 kw)
- **Gross Power - SAE J1995:** 74.3 hp (55.41 kw)
- **Net Power:** 72.9 hp (54.36 kw)
- **Net Power - ISO 9249:** 73.7 hp (54.96 kw)
- **Net Power - SAE 1349:** 72.9 hp (54.36 kw)
- **Peak Torque:** 195.5 lbs ft (265.06 nm)
- **Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995:** 195 ft (59.44 m)
- **Stroke:** 4.7 in (11.94 cm)
- **Torque Measured @:** 1500 rpm

### General Specifications

- **category (since 2020):** COMPACT TRACK LOADERS
- **ENGINE POWER (since 2016):** 73 hp (54.44 kw)
- **MODEL (since 2016):** 279D
- **OPERATING LOAD (since 2016):** 2,935 lbs (1331.3 kg)
- **OPERATING WIDTH (since 2016):** 76 / 78
- **OPERATING WIDTH (since 2019):** 78 in (198.12 cm)
- **RATED OPERATING CAPACITY (35%) (since 2020):** 2,055 lbs (932.13 kg)
- **RATED OPERATING CAPACITY (50%) (since 2019):** 2,055 lbs (932.13 kg)

### Hydraulic System

- **Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Hydraulic Power (Calculated):** 76 hp (56.67 kw)
- **Hydraulic Flow - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Flow:** 32 gpm (121.12 lpm)
- **Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated):** 44 hp (32.81 kw)
- **Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure:** 3335 psi
- **Pump Flow:** 22.8 gpm (86.3 lpm)
- **Relief Valve Pressure:** 3335.9 psi

### Loader

- **Breakout Force:** 7284.1 lbs (3304.02 kg)
- **Operating Load Rating:** 2055 lbs (932.13 kg)
- **Operating Width:** 76 in (193.04 cm)
- **Tipping Load:** 5871 lbs (2663.04 kg)

### Noise Level

- **Inside Cab\*:** 83 dB(A)
- **Note (1):** Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe.
- **Note (3):** \*\*\*The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC.
- **Outside Cab\*\*:** 103 dB(A)

### Operating Specifications

- **Alternator Supplied Amperage:** 80 amps
- **Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder:** 7285 lbs (3304.42 kg)
- **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 3.7 gal (14 l)
- **Fuel Capacity:** 24.9 gal (94.25 l)
- **Ground Contact Area - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track:** 2015 cu in (33020.01 cu cm)
- **Ground Contact Area - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track:** 2272 cu in (37231.49 cu cm)
- **Ground Pressure - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track:** 4.9 psi
- **Ground Pressure - With 450 mm/17.7 in Track:** 4.4 psi
- **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 13.8 gal (52.23 l)
- **Max Speed - high range:** 7.1 mph (11.43 kph)
- **Max Speed - low range:** 4.5 mph (7.24 kph)
- **Operating Voltage:** 12 volts
- **Operating Weight:** 9892.2 lbs (4487.03 kg)
- **Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load:** 2055 lbs (932.13 kg)
- **Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load:** 2935 lbs (1331.3 kg)
- **Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight:** 3185 lbs (1444.69 kg)
- **Tipping Load:** 5870 lbs (2662.59 kg)

### Power Train

- **Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed:** 4.5 mph (7.24 kph)
- **Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed:** 7 mph (11.27 kph)

### Service Refill Capacities

- **Cooling System:** 3.7 gal (14 l)
- **Engine Crankcase:** 3 gal (11.36 l)
- **Fuel Tank:** 24.8 gal (93.87 l)
- **Hydraulic System:** 13.7 gal (51.85 l)
- **Hydraulic Tank:** 10.3 gal (38.99 l)

### Undercarriage

- **Ground Contact Area:** 2015.1 cu in (33021.65 cu cm)
- **Ground Pressure:** 5 psi
- **Length of Track on Ground:** 5.4 ft (1.65 m)

### Weights

- **Operating Weight:** 9893 lbs (4487.39 kg)

## About this model

The Caterpillar 279D is a compact track loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and site preparation in construction, landscaping, and agricultural applications. 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 279D is commonly equipped with a Caterpillar diesel engine, hydraulic attachment capability, and a sealed, pressurized cab for operator comfort. Its compact size supports maneuverability in confined work areas while maintaining lifting performance and attachment versatility. The Caterpillar 279D is used with buckets, forks, augers, and other skid steer compatible attachments.

## Photos

![Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1iZTJkODQ3ZGE2NzhmYmE2YzYyMWVlYTIwZDY0NjFlMSYkdHh0PVdIRUVMRVIlMjBNQUNISU5FUlklMjBDTy4mMTY3NDk=)

![Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2 photo 2](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05NzBjMTkxYWYzNDc1ZmEzZGM3ZDQwOTY1Y2RjODRlNiYkdHh0PVdIRUVMRVIlMjBNQUNISU5FUlklMjBDTy4mMzU2NTU=)

![Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2 photo 3](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1iODJmN2M2Yzg4MWE3NTI3OGJlNThmN2U0MGQyN2FiMCYkdHh0PVdIRUVMRVIlMjBNQUNISU5FUlklMjBDTy4mNjUzODA=)

![Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2 photo 4](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1hZDE3NDM5ZmM3NDc1MWRjZTg4MDYzYzA2ZWY0OTM1MiYkdHh0PVdIRUVMRVIlMjBNQUNISU5FUlklMjBDTy4mNTA3MjY=)

![Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2 photo 5](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05YmQ2YzQzZjhmOTcxNTdjYzYzOGU0ZWYxMGU0MTAyNSYkdHh0PVdIRUVMRVIlMjBNQUNISU5FUlklMjBDTy4mNjQwMjM=)

![Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2 photo 6](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04YWJlNmI2OTY1MzBhZDgwOGUwY2JhZjA2OGJlY2ZiNCYkdHh0PVdIRUVMRVIlMjBNQUNISU5FUlklMjBDTy4mODQ2MQ==)

![Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2 photo 7](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05ZmEyMzZkNjAxNjZlYTNhYzhiZDQwOGMyOWM0ZDQ3ZCYkdHh0PVdIRUVMRVIlMjBNQUNISU5FUlklMjBDTy4mNTI1NTc=)

![Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2 photo 8](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1mYzQwMzdiODU5ZjJjMDAxOGU4OTIwZGE1MTllNjBkMCYkdHh0PVdIRUVMRVIlMjBNQUNISU5FUlklMjBDTy4mNTAxOTA=)

![Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2 photo 9](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04YTMyNzY3YjM5NDc5NzU0YzY3ZDBkN2JiNDhjN2EzZCYkdHh0PVdIRUVMRVIlMjBNQUNISU5FUlklMjBDTy4mMjg1NTU=)

![Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2 photo 10](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz04NDk4NzIzMmFjYWQzYmIyYjljNjZkZTc4ZjgwYTk0NiYkdHh0PVdIRUVMRVIlMjBNQUNISU5FUlklMjBDTy4mMzc5NDM=)

![Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2 photo 11](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1lZjRiZDM5MGVhZGY5ZjA2YTkwMTU5NWMxY2UyYzhkYSYkdHh0PVdIRUVMRVIlMjBNQUNISU5FUlklMjBDTy4mMTg1Ng==)

![Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2 photo 12](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1jMThjOTU1MjFhNTE3NmNkZDVlNDg0NmE5NGY5MGI3NCYkdHh0PVdIRUVMRVIlMjBNQUNISU5FUlklMjBDTy4mMjI0ODA=)

![Caterpillar 279D3 C3H2 photo 13](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz05ZGUwYWQ1ZjU4ODEwZWJmODcyNzg2ODk3NjY3YTEyNiYkdHh0PVdIRUVMRVIlMjBNQUNISU5FUlklMjBDTy4mMjgyNDg=)
