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The Cat 279D Compact Track Loader, with its radial lift design, delivers impressive mid-lift reach and excellent digging performance with outstanding drawbar power. Its standard, suspended undercarriage system provides superior traction, flotation, stability and speed to work in a wide range of applications and underfoot conditions.

Features & Benefits

COMFORTABLE CAB

Industry leading sealed and pressurized cab option provides a cleaner and quieter operating environment with excellent work tool visibility. Available high-back, heated, air ride seat with seat mounted adjustable joystick controls.

OUTSTANDING POWER

High performance power train provides maximum performance and production capability through the Electronic Torque Management system, standard two speed travel and an industry exclusive electronic hand/foot throttle with decel pedal capability.

VERSATILITY TO TACKLE ANY JOB

Cat “Intelligent Leveling” system (ILEV) provides industry leading technology, integration and optional features such as dual direction self level, work tool return to dig and work tool positioner.

ADVANCED DISPLAY

Maximize machine capability and control with optional Advanced Display providing on-screen adjustments for implement response, hystat response and creep control.

EASY SERVICE

Ground level access to all daily service and routine maintenance points helps reduce machine downtime for greater productivity.

Specs

Key specifications
Engine Model Cat C3.3B DIT (Turbo)
Net Power 72.9 hp
Rated Operating Capacities: 50% Tipping Load 2935.0 lb

Company Info

100 North East Adams Street
Peoria, IL
US, 61629

Website:
cat.com

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