# Caterpillar 279D3 for Sale in Piscataway, NJ **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** $35,000.00 USD - **Listing ID:** 88924946 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 279D3 - **Category:** Compact Track Loaders - **Hours:** 3967 - **Serial number:** RB900622 - **Location:** Piscataway, NJ ## Description 2 Speed Travel, Air Conditioner, Auxiliary Hydraulics Flow - High Flow, Bucket, Coupler Type - Mechanical, Heater / Defroster, Lighting, Online Owner's Manual , Product Link, Radio - Bluetooth, Ride Control, ROPS - Enclosed, Self Leveling, Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel ## Machine details ### GENERAL APPEARANCE - **Cab or Canopy:** Fair - **Counterweight:** Good - **Crankcase Guard / Battery Box:** Fair - **Eng. Enclose Hood / Stack:** Fair - **Fuel Tank:** Good - **Grab Irons:** Good - **Plastic:** Fair - **Radiator Grill & Shroud:** Fair - **Steps / Ladder:** Fair ### SAFETY ITEMS - **ROPS Certification Plate:** Yes ### OPERATOR STATION - **Current O&MM:** Yes - **Current Parts Manual:** Yes - **Current Safety Manual:** Yes ### ENGINE - **Blow By:** No - **Knocking:** No - **Oil Leaks:** Yes - **Water in Oil:** No ### COOLING SYSTEM - **Coolers:** Good - **Fan:** Good - **Radiator:** Good - **Water Pump:** Good ### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM - **Block Heater:** Yes ### TANDEMS/GEARS/BEARINGS/CHAINS - **Operating Condition:** Good - **Torsion Axles:** Fair - **Travel Controls:** Good - **Travel Motors:** Good ### HYDRAULICS - **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** No ### BUCKET - **Notes - BUCKET:** CAT 80 inch GP ### UNDERCARRIAGE - **Percentage Worn:** Approximately 15% overall ## 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 ![Caterpillar 279D3](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1kNWM0MjBjZGI3ZTIzOWRkYjZmNzg1ZTFmN2QzOTNiYiYkdHh0PUZPTEVZJTJDJTIwSU5DLiY1MzQz) ![Caterpillar 279D3 photo 2](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1iMThiZWI3NTEyNmZhZTRlY2MxNjgxN2YwMTA4NDRjNyYkdHh0PUZPTEVZJTJDJTIwSU5DLiYxNTE4NA==) ![Caterpillar 279D3 photo 3](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1kMmZjODQwNDZlYTAzMjVhODA3MmUwOThmYWRiYjI0OCYkdHh0PUZPTEVZJTJDJTIwSU5DLiYzMTE4) ![Caterpillar 279D3 photo 4](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1kNTBhM2NiNzhkMTIzNGM1ZDZhZGNiODY2OGU5MmM4NSYkdHh0PUZPTEVZJTJDJTIwSU5DLiY0MDc5OQ==) ![Caterpillar 279D3 photo 5](http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/CatUsedProduction/wtk?JHNyYz1jZTMyNjc2NTc3ZDMwMTNlYTc0ZWQ1MDRlODQ5NGQ2OSYkdHh0PUZPTEVZJTJDJTIwSU5DLiYzNDE4) ![Caterpillar 279D3 photo 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