# Caterpillar 279D3 for Sale in Minneapolis, MN

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/compact-track-loaders/279d3/id/74485896>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $32,900.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 74485896
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 279D3
- **Category:** Compact Track Loaders
- **Hours:** 3386
- **Serial number:** RB903351
- **Location:** Minneapolis, MN

## Description

2 speed, 279D3, Bucket, CAB, HEAT, A/C, hyd coupler, Online Owner's Manual , Radio, STANDARD FLOW HYD

## Machine details

### GENERAL APPEARANCE

- **Cleaning Required:** No

### SAFETY ITEMS

- **ROPS Certification Plate:** Yes
- **Safety Decals In Place:** No
- **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
- **Rear Torsion Bars:** Good
- **Torsion Axles:** Fair
- **Travel Controls:** Good
- **Travel Motors:** Good
- **Travel Pumps:** Good

### HYDRAULICS

- **Detent Switch:** Good
- **Hoses / Lines:** Fair
- **Lift Cylinders:** Good
- **Overall Operating Condition - HYDRAULICS:** Good
- **Pump & Valves:** Good
- **Tank:** Fair
- **Tilt Cylinder:** Fair

### BUCKET

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

### UNDERCARRIAGE

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

## Manufacturer specifications

### General Specifications

- **Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift (since 2021):** 124.9 in (317.25 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):** 44 hp (32.81 kw)
- **Operating Weight (since 2021):** 10095 lbs (4579.02 kg)
- **Operating Width IN. (CM) (since 2021):** 78 (198)
- **Rated Operating Capacity LBS. (KG) 50% (since 2021):** 2,220 (1,007)
- **Rated Operating Capacity LBS. (KG) 50% (since 2022):** 2,220 (1,010)
- **ROC @ 35% Tipping Load (since 2023):** 2220 lbs (1006.98 kg)
- **ROC @ 35% Tpg Load (since 2021):** 2220 lbs (1006.98 kg)
- **Tipping Load (since 2021):** 6345 lbs (2878.05 kg)

## About this model

The Caterpillar 279D3 is a compact track loader designed for grading, loading, material handling, and work in soft or uneven ground conditions. It features a vertical lift design, high flotation undercarriage, and a sealed, pressurized cab for operator comfort and reduced dust intrusion. The 279D3 is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and utility applications where traction and low ground pressure are important. Compatible with a wide range of Cat attachments, it supports tasks such as digging, trenching, snow removal, and pallet handling. The machine is part of Caterpillar's D3 series of compact track loaders.

## Photos

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