# Caterpillar 279D HF for Sale in San Diego, CA

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/caterpillar/compact-track-loaders/279d_hf/id/88925083>

## Listing details

- **Price:** $44,000.00 USD
- **Listing ID:** 88925083
- **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar
- **Model:** 279D HF
- **Category:** Compact Track Loaders
- **Hours:** 1980
- **Serial number:** GTL04087
- **Location:** San Diego, CA

## Description

COUNTERWEIGHT,MACHINE,EXTERNAL, DOOR, CAB, POLYCARBONATE, LIGHTS, HALOGEN, PACKAGE, PERFORMANCE, (H3), QUICK COUPLER, HYDRAULIC, RADIO, AM/FM, BLUETOOTH, ROPS, ENCLOSED WITH A/C (C3), SEAT,AIR SUSPENSION,VINYL,HEAT, 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:** 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
- **Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift:** 10.5 ft (3.2 m)
- **Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift:** 15.4 in (39.12 cm)
- **Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump:** 94 in (238.76 cm)
- **Departure Angle:** 38 degrees
- **Ground Clearance:** 0.8 ft (0.24 m)
- **Height - Top of Cab:** 7 ft (2.13 m)
- **Length - Track on Ground:** 71.1 in (180.59 cm)
- **Length - With Bucket on Ground:** 146.2 in (371.35 cm)
- **Length - Without Bucket:** 117.9 in (299.47 cm)
- **Maximum Dump Angle:** 51 degrees
- **Maximum Overall Height:** 158.1 in (401.57 cm)
- **Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground:** 50.9 in (129.29 cm)
- **Overall Length - Track:** 90 in (228.6 cm)
- **Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height:** 84 degrees
- **Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump:** 30.8 in (78.23 cm)
- **Turning Radius from Center - Bucket:** 92 in (233.68 cm)
- **Turning Radius from Center - Coupler:** 58.8 in (149.35 cm)
- **Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear:** 67.4 in (171.2 cm)
- **Vehicle Width:** 78 in (198.12 cm)

### Engine

- **Bore:** 3.7 in (9.4 cm)
- **Displacement:** 203 cu in (3326.58 cu cm)
- **Engine Model:** Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
- **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 - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995:** 195 ft (59.44 m)
- **Stroke:** 4.7 in (11.94 cm)

### General Specifications

- **ENGINE POWER HP (KW) (since 2016):** 73 (54)
- **MODEL (since 2016):** 287D
- **OPERATING LOAD LBS. (KG) (since 2016):** 4,000 (1,814)
- **OPERATING WIDTH IN. (CM) (since 2016):** 78 (198)

### 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 - High Flow XPS - Maximum Loader Hydraulic Pressure:** 4061 psi
- **Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated):** 44 hp (32.81 kw)
- **Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow:** 23 gpm (87.06 lpm)
- **Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure:** 3335 psi

### Loader

- **Operating Load Rating:** 2800 lbs (1270.06 kg)
- **Operating Width:** 78 in (198.12 cm)

### Noise Level

- **Inside Cab\*:** 81 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

- **Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder:** 7291 lbs (3307.15 kg)
- **Ground Contact Area:** 2561 cu in (41967.36 cu cm)
- **Ground Pressure:** 3.9 psi
- **Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load:** 2800 lbs (1270.06 kg)
- **Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load:** 4000 lbs (1814.37 kg)
- **Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight:** 4250 lbs (1927.77 kg)
- **Tipping Load:** 8000 lbs (3628.74 kg)

### Power Train

- **Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed:** 5.2 mph (8.37 kph)
- **Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed:** 8 mph (12.87 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)

## About this model

The Caterpillar 287D is a compact track loader designed for material handling, grading, loading, and attachment work in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and site development. 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 287D is commonly equipped with a Caterpillar diesel engine, hydraulic auxiliary flow for attachments, and a sealed, pressurized cab for operator comfort. Its compact size supports maneuverability in confined areas while maintaining lift capacity and stability for demanding jobsite applications.

## Photos

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