| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
| Model | 279c |
| Type | Compact track loader |
| Lift Design | Radial |
| Years Made | 2009-2015 |
Operating Specifications
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 84.0 HP | 62.6 kW |
| Lifting Capacity (35% Tipping) | 2240 lbs | 1016.0 kg |
| Lifting Capacity (50% Tipping) | 3200 lbs | 1451.5 kg |
| Operating Weight | 9900 lbs | 4490.6 kg |
| Tipping Load | 6500 lbs | 2948.4 kg |
| Lift Breakout Force | ||
| Tilt Breakout Force | 7308 lbs | 3314.9 kg |
| Max. Travel Speed | 5.0 mph | 8.1 km |
| Optional High Speed | 8.5 mph | 13.6 km |
| Ground Pressure | 4.0 psi | 27.2 kPa |
Cycle Time
| Raise Lift Arms | |
| Lower Lift Arms | |
| Bucket Rollback | |
| Bucket Dump |
Hydraulic System
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 22.0 GPM | 83.3 LPM |
| Relief Pressure | 4061 psi | 278.0 Bar |
| High Flow – XPS | 33.0 GPM | 125.0 LPM |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 15.0 gal | 56.8 L |
Engine Specs
| Manufacturer | Cat |
| Model | C3.4 DIT |
| Type | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Emissions | Interim Tier 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2500 RPM |
| Torque Power | 1600 RPM |
| Combustion | Indirect injection |
| Compression Ratio | 22:1 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Power | 94.0 HP | 70.1 kW |
| Net Power | 90.0 HP | 67.1 kW |
| Displacement | 201 cu in. | 3294 cc |
| Bore | 3.7 in. | 9.4 cm |
| Stroke | 4.7 in. | 12.0 cm |
| Peak Torque | 148 ft-lb | 200.6 N∙m |
| Coolant Capacity | 3.7 gal | 14.0 L |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 2.6 gal | 9.8 L |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26.0 gal | 98.4 L |
Dimensions
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 83.3 in. | 211.7 cm |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 123.2 in. | 312.8 cm |
| Width | 78.0 in. | 198.1 cm |
| Length | 144.8 in. | 367.9 cm |
| Dump Height | 95.6 in. | 242.7 cm |
| Dump Reach | 23.4 in. | 59.4 cm |
| Ground Clearance | 9.1 in. | 23.1 cm |
| Dump Angle | 44° |
| Rollback Angle | |
| Departure Angle | 40° |
Undercarriage
| US | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Track Width | ||
| Track Length | 116.5 in. | 296.0 cm |
| Ground Contact Length | 69.6 in. | 176.8 cm |