279D Caterpillar 279D Specifications & Technical Data (2013—2020)

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The Caterpillar 279D is a skid steer loader manufactured by Caterpillar from 2013 to 2020. It has a weight of 4.49 tons and a tran…

The Caterpillar 279D is a skid steer loader manufactured by Caterpillar from 2013 to 2020. It has a weight of 4.49 tons and a transport length of 3.71 meters. The bucket capacity is 0.48 cubic meters, with a bucket width of 1.98 meters. The maximum discharge height is 2.48 meters, and it has a travel speed of 11.3 km/h. The transport width is 1.98 meters, and the transport height is 2.11 meters. The track width is 450 millimeters, and the rated operating capacity is 1331 kilograms.

Technical specs - 279D Caterpillar

Specification

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Weight
4.49 t
Rated operating capacity
1331 kg
Track width
450 mm
Bucket width
1.98 m
Bucket capacity
0.48 m³
Driver protection
Ü
Transport length
3.71 m
Transport width
1.98 m
Transport height
2.11 m
Travel speed
11.3 km/h
Max. discharge height
2.48 m
Lifting force
32.4 kN
Engine manuf.
Caterpillar
Engine type
C3.3B DIT
Engine power
54.6 kW
Displacement
3.3 l
Max. torque
257 Nm
Cylinder bore x stroke
94x120 mm
Emission level
Tier 4 f

More technical details, like: standard tyres, steering mode, model series, dimension lxwxh, revolutions at max torque, no. of cylinders are available in the full technical specs.

Basic model with ROPS cabin and std. shovel with teeth

Special equipment

Diesel particulate filter
No
LPG motor
No
Burglar proof system
No

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Caterpillar 279D FAQ

When was the Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader manufactured?

The Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader was manufactured from 2013 to 2020.

How much does the Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader weigh?

The Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader weighs 4.49 tons.

What are the transport dimensions of the Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader?

The Caterpillar 279D has a transport length of 3.71 meters, a transport width of 1.98 meters, and a transport height of 2.11 meters.

What is the travel speed of the Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader?

The Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader has a travel speed of 11.3 km/h.

What is the track width of the Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader?

The Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader has a track width of 450 mm.

What is the lifting force of the Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader?

The Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader has a lifting force of 32.4 kN. Power rating data is not provided in the available information.

What is the material handling capacity of the Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader?

The Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader has a rated operating capacity of 1331 kg and a maximum discharge height of 2.48 meters.

What are the specifications of the primary work tool bucket on the Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader?

The primary work tool bucket of the Caterpillar 279D has a capacity of 0.48 cubic meters and a width of 1.98 meters.

What operator safety feature does the Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader have?

The Caterpillar 279D skid steer loader is equipped with a roll-over bar for driver protection.

How much is a Caterpillar 279D Skid steer loader (2013u20132020) worth?

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