| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
| Model | 259D3 |
| Type | Compact track loader |
| Lift Design | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2018-2022 |
Operating Specifications
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 74.3 HP | 55.4 kW |
| Lifting Capacity (35% Tipping) | 2010 lbs | 911.7 kg |
| Lifting Capacity (50% Tipping) | 2870 lbs | 1301.8 kg |
| Operating Weight | 8990 lbs | 4077.8 kg |
| Tipping Load | 5750 lbs | 2608.2 kg |
| Lift Breakout Force | ||
| Tilt Breakout Force | 4965 lbs | 2252.1 kg |
| Max. Travel Speed | 5.9 mph | 9.5 km |
| Optional High Speed | 8.5 mph | 13.7 km |
| Ground Pressure | 6.1 psi | 41.8 kPa |
Cycle Time
| Raise Lift Arms | |
| Lower Lift Arms | |
| Bucket Rollback | |
| Bucket Dump |
Hydraulic System
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 20.0 GPM | 75.7 LPM |
| Relief Pressure | 3335 psi | 230.0 Bar |
| High Flow | 30.0 GPM | 113.6 LPM |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 13.2 gal | 50.0 L |
Engine Specs
| Manufacturer | Cat |
| Model | C3.3B DIT |
| Type | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Emissions | Tier 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2400 RPM |
| Torque Power | 1500 RPM |
| Combustion | Direct injection |
| Compression Ratio | 17:1 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Power | 74.3 HP | 55.4 kW |
| Net Power | 72.1 HP | 53.8 kW |
| Displacement | 203 cu in. | 3327 cc |
| Bore | 3.7 in. | 9.4 cm |
| Stroke | 4.7 in. | 12.0 cm |
| Peak Torque | 195 ft-lb | 265 N∙m |
| Coolant Capacity | 3.7 gal | 14.0 L |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.0 gal | 11.4 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24.8 gal | 94.0 L |
Dimensions
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 83.1 in. | 211.1 cm |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 121.0 in. | 307.3 cm |
| Width | 66.0 in. | 167.6 cm |
| Length | 137.3 in. | 348.7 cm |
| Dump Height | 89.9 in. | 228.3 cm |
| Dump Reach | 23.9 in. | 60.7 cm |
| Ground Clearance | 8.9 in. | 22.6 cm |
| Dump Angle | 52° |
| Rollback Angle | |
| Departure Angle | 35° |
Undercarriage
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Track Width | 12.6 in. | 32.0 cm |
| Track Length | 108.9 in. | 276.6 cm |
| Ground Contact Length | 59.0 in. | 149.9 cm |