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Caterpillar 279D3 For Sale in Indianapolis, IN

Name: Caterpillar 279D3
Brand: Caterpillar
SKU: 88645204
Price: 36000 USD
Availability: InStock

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MacAllister Machinery – South

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Machine Info:

Hours:	3825
Serial Number:	RB901117
Machine Location:	INDIANAPOLIS, IN
More Information:	https://catused.com/cu/10260784

Description:

2 Speed Travel, Air Conditioner, Auxiliary Hydraulics Flow - High Flow, Bucket, Heater / Defroster, Lighting, Online Owner's Manual , Pilot Control, ROPS - Enclosed, Self Leveling, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel

Machine Details:

GENERAL APPEARANCE
Cleaning Required	Yes
SAFETY ITEMS
ROPS Certification Plate	Yes
Safety Decals In Place	Yes
Safety Decals Legible	Yes
OPERATOR STATION
Air Conditioner	Fair
Dash Console	Good
Gauges	Good
Hydraulic Controls	Good
Interior Lights	Good
Switches	Good
Windshield Wipers	Good
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	Good
Starter	Good
Wiring	Good
TANDEMS/GEARS/BEARINGS/CHAINS
Lines / Linkages	Good
Operating Condition	Good
Torsion Axles	Good
Travel Controls	Good
Travel Motors	Good
Travel Pumps	Good
HYDRAULICS
Leaks - HYDRAULICS	No
BUCKET
Bucket Linkage	Fair
Bucket Sides	Good
Loader Frame	Good
Loader Pins & Bushings	Good
Quick Coupler	Good
UNDERCARRIAGE
Percentage Worn	60% worn

From the manufacturer:

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The Caterpillar 279D3 is a compact track loader designed for grading, material handling, site preparation, and general construction work in confined or uneven terrain. It features a vertical lift design, high flotation undercarriage, and rubber tracks for improved traction and reduced ground disturbance. The 279D3 is commonly used with buckets, forks, augers, grapples, and other hydraulic attachments. Caterpillar's D3 series includes operator-focused controls, visibility, and service access. The 279D3 is part of Caterpillar's compact equipment lineup and is suited for landscaping, utility, agriculture, and light-to-medium construction applications where maneuverability and stability are required.

General Specifications
Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift (Since 2021)	125 in (317 cm)
Bucket Pin Height at Max Lift (2023)	125 in (317 cm)
Engine (Since 2021)	C3.3B DIT
Engine (2023)	C3.3B DIT
Engine Power HP (KW) (Since 2021)	74 (55)
Engine Power HP (KW) (2022)	74 (55)
Engine Power HP (KW) (2023)	74 (55)
Engine Power HP (KW) (2024)	74 (55)
Gross Power (Since 2021)	74 hp (55 kw)
Gross Power (2023)	74 hp (55 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Power (Since 2021)	44 hp (33 kw)
Loader Hydraulic Power (2023)	44 hp (33 kw)
Operating Weight (Since 2021)	10,095 lbs (4,579 kg)
Operating Weight (2023)	10,095 lbs (4,579 kg)
Operating Width IN. (CM) (Since 2021)	78 (198)
Operating Width IN. (CM) (2022)	78 (198)
Operating Width IN. (CM) (2023)	78 (198)
Operating Width IN. (CM) (2024)	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)
Rated Operating Capacity LBS. (KG) 50% (2023)	2,220 (1,010)
Rated Operating Capacity LBS. (KG) 50% (2024)	2,220 (1,010)
ROC @ 35% Tipping Load (Since 2023)	2,220 lbs (1,007 kg)
ROC @ 35% Tpg Load (Since 2021)	2,220 lbs (1,007 kg)
Tipping Load (Since 2021)	6,345 lbs (2,878 kg)
Tipping Load (2023)	6,345 lbs (2,878 kg)

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MacAllister Machinery – South

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Caterpillar 279D3 For Sale in Indianapolis, IN

MacAllister Machinery – South

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