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2009-2015
3,314.86 kg Breakout force - tilt cylinder
0.46 cu m Bucket capacity
62.64 kw Gross power
2.44 m Loader dump height
4,486 kg Operating weight
2,940 kg Tipping load

A high-output compact track loader, the Cat 279 series delivers serious power and breakout for demanding material handling. With over 62 kW on tap and a heavier operating weight, it’s tuned for aggressive loading, demolition support, and rough site work rather than finish grading.

Gross power 62.64 kW

Operating weight ~4,486 kg

Tipping load 2,940 kg

Loader dump height 2.44 m

Bucket capacity 0.46 cu m

Breakout force (tilt cylinder) ~3,314.86 kg

Price range AED 114K–168K

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Owner rating

 | 3

Market average

AED 168,000

Starting from

AED 114,000

Cat 279 technical specifications

Highlight differences

Cat 279C

Cat 279C2

Cat 279D

Engine
Alternator supplied amperage 90 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 90 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 80 Amh
Aspiration Turbocharged
Aspiration -
Aspiration -
Bore 8.64 cm
Bore 8.64 cm
Bore 9.4 cm
Displacement 3,293.81 cu cm
Displacement 3,293.81 cu cm
Displacement 3,326.58 cu cm
Gross power 62.64 kw
Gross power 55.18 kw
Gross power 55.41 kw
Net power 61.15 kw
Net power 54.44 kw
Net power 54.36 kw
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders -
Number of cylinders -
Power measured @ 2,500 rpm
Power measured @ -
Power measured @ -
Stroke 11.94 cm
Stroke 11.94 cm
Stroke 11.94 cm
Engine make -
Engine make Caterpillar
Engine make DIT
Max torque -
Max torque -
Max torque 265.06 Nm
Torque measured @ -
Torque measured @ -
Torque measured @ 1,500 rpm
Years 2009-2015
Years 2009-2015
Years 2009-2015
Market Average AED 168,000
Market Average AED 168,000
Market Average AED 168,000
Price AED 114,000
Price AED 114,000
Price AED 114,000
Operating specifications
Angle of departure 44 º
Angle of departure 44 º
Angle of departure 32 º
Cab FOPS SAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I
Cab FOPS SAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I
Cab FOPS ISO 3449:2005 Level I
Cab FOPS level II SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II
Cab FOPS level II SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II
Cab FOPS level II ISO 3449:2005 Level II
Cab ROPS SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994
Cab ROPS SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994
Cab ROPS ISO 3471:2008
Dump angle 40 º
Dump angle 40 º
Dump angle 39 º
Rack back angle 64 º
Rack back angle 85 º
Rack back angle 84 º
Air conditioning -
Air conditioning -
Air conditioning 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.
Loader
Breakout force - lift cylinder 3,314.86 kg
Breakout force - lift cylinder 3,315.04 kg
Breakout force - lift cylinder 3,304.02 kg
Breakout force - tilt cylinder 3,314.86 kg
Breakout force - tilt cylinder 3,314.86 kg
Breakout force - tilt cylinder 3,304.42 kg
Loader dump height 2.44 m
Loader dump height 2.44 m
Loader dump height 2.5 m
Loader dump reach 0.61 m
Loader dump reach 0.61 m
Loader dump reach 0.57 m
General
Bucket capacity 0.46 cu m
Bucket capacity -
Bucket capacity -
Engine model Cat C3.4T
Engine model Cat C3.4T
Engine model Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
Lifting capacity 1,451.5 kg
Lifting capacity 1,383 kg
Lifting capacity 932.13 kg
Max horizontal reach 1.39 m
Max horizontal reach 1.39 m
Max horizontal reach 1.37 m
Max speed forward 13.68 kph
Max speed forward 13.68 kph
Max speed forward 11.43 kph
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating weight 4,486 kg
Operating weight 4,474 kg
Operating weight 4,487 kg
Tipping load 2,940 kg
Tipping load 2,766 kg
Tipping load 2,662 kg
Service refill capacities
Cooling fluid cap 14 liter
Cooling fluid cap 14 liter
Cooling fluid cap 14 liter
Engine crankcase 9.84 liter
Engine crankcase 9.84 liter
Engine crankcase 11.36 liter
Fuel cap 98.03 liter
Fuel cap 98.03 liter
Fuel cap 94.25 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 57.15 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 57.15 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 52.23 liter
Refill capacities
Engine oil cap 10.22 liter
Engine oil cap -
Engine oil cap -
Dimensions
Ground clearance 0.23 m
Ground clearance 0.23 m
Ground clearance 0.23 m
Height - top of cab 2.13 m
Height - top of cab 2.13 m
Height - top of cab 2.13 m
Length with bucket 3.69 m
Length with bucket 3.69 m
Length with bucket 3.72 m
Max height to hinge pin 19.56 cm
Max height to hinge pin 19.56 cm
Max height to hinge pin 19.81 cm
Overall Width 1.98 m
Overall Width 1.98 m
Overall Width 1.93 m
Turning radius 1.64 m
Turning radius 1.73 m
Turning radius 1.41 m
Width over tracks 1.98 m
Width over tracks 1.98 m
Width over tracks 1.95 m
Undercarriage
Ground contact area 41,033.3 cu cm
Ground contact area 37,739.49 cu cm
Ground contact area 37,231.49 cu cm
Ground pressure 0.28 bar
Ground pressure 0.3 bar
Ground pressure 0.34 bar
Track length 1.77 m
Track length 1.65 m
Track length 1.65 m
Hydraulic system
Pump flow cap 124.91 lpm
Pump flow cap 124.91 lpm
Pump flow cap 121.12 lpm
Pump type High Flow XPS
Pump type High Flow XPS
Pump type -
Relief valve pressure 279.99 bar
Relief valve pressure 279.99 bar
Relief valve pressure 230 bar
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Cat 279 expert review

Reviewed by Wade A. on January 28, 2026

Overview

The Cat 279 delivers over 62 kW of power and more than 3.3 tons of breakout, making it one of the strongest compact track loaders in this generation. It targets heavy material handling and rough site work.

Pros Very high breakout, strong engine output, excellent stability under load.
Cons Heavy footprint and higher fuel use during sustained high-load work.

Efficiency

The 62.64 kW engine and 3,314.86 kg breakout support aggressive loading, with 4,486 kg operating weight adding confidence.

In Cabin

Later D variants improve comfort and visibility, while earlier C models feel more basic.

In Comparison

Against Cat 267 and Cat 277, the 279 stands out for maximum power and breakout.

Final Verdict

A 4-star compact track loader delivering serious muscle for material handling and demolition support.

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Cat 279 owner rating

Cat 279 Compact track loaders [2009-2015]

2009-2015

Overall rating

Based on 3 ratings

4.7
performance

4.7

comfort

4.7

fuel efficiency

5.0

safety

5.0

features

4.7

5 stars

67 %

4 stars

33 %

3 stars

0 %

2 stars

0 %

1 stars

0 %

Pros
Pushes into dense stockpiles without hesitation.
Cons
Heavy weight marks finished surfaces easily.
performance

5.0

comfort

5.0

fuel efficiency

5.0

safety

5.0

features

4.0

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Cat 279 similar models

Highlight differences
Cat 279C
279C
Cat 267B
267B
Cat 277B
277B
Engine
Alternator supplied amperage 90 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 90 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 90 Amh
Aspiration Turbocharged
Aspiration -
Aspiration Turbocharged
Bore 8.64 cm
Bore 9.4 cm
Bore 9.4 cm
Displacement 3,293.81 cu cm
Displacement 3,293.81 cu cm
Displacement 3,293.81 cu cm
Gross power 62.64 kw
Gross power 54.44 kw
Gross power 61.15 kw
Net power 61.15 kw
Net power 52.2 kw
Net power 58.17 kw
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders -
Number of cylinders -
Power measured @ 2,500 rpm
Power measured @ -
Power measured @ -
Stroke 11.94 cm
Stroke 11.94 cm
Stroke 11.94 cm
Years 2009-2015
Years 2004-2007
Years 2004-2007
Market Average AED 168,000
Market Average AED 109,000
Market Average AED 99,200
Price AED 114,000
Price AED 80,800
Price AED 62,500
Operating specifications
Angle of departure 44 º
Angle of departure -
Angle of departure -
Cab FOPS SAE J1043 SEPT87, ISO 3449:1992 Level I
Cab FOPS SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98, ISO 3449:1992 Level I
Cab FOPS SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level I, ISO 3449:1992 Level I
Cab FOPS level II SAE J231 JAN81, ISO 3449:1992 Level II
Cab FOPS level II SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II, ISO 3449:1992 Level II
Cab FOPS level II SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 Level II, ISO 3449:1992 Level II
Cab ROPS SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994
Cab ROPS SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994
Cab ROPS SAE J1040 MAY94, ISO 3471:1994
Dump angle 40 º
Dump angle 40 º
Dump angle -
Rack back angle 64 º
Rack back angle -
Rack back angle 58 º
Loader
Breakout force - lift cylinder 3,314.86 kg
Breakout force - lift cylinder 2,487 kg
Breakout force - lift cylinder 2,487 kg
Breakout force - tilt cylinder 3,314.86 kg
Breakout force - tilt cylinder 2,487.5 kg
Breakout force - tilt cylinder 2,487.5 kg
Loader dump height 2.44 m
Loader dump height 2.38 m
Loader dump height 2.38 m
Loader dump reach 0.61 m
Loader dump reach 0.7 m
Loader dump reach 0.7 m
General
Bucket capacity 0.46 cu m
Bucket capacity -
Bucket capacity -
Engine model Cat C3.4T
Engine model Cat 3044C DIT
Engine model Cat 3044C DIT
Lifting capacity 1,451.5 kg
Lifting capacity 1,315.01 kg
Lifting capacity 1,338.01 kg
Max horizontal reach 1.39 m
Max horizontal reach 1.46 m
Max horizontal reach 1.46 m
Max speed forward 13.68 kph
Max speed forward 11.27 kph
Max speed forward 11.27 kph
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating weight 4,486 kg
Operating weight 4,250 kg
Operating weight 4,268 kg
Tipping load 2,940 kg
Tipping load 2,630 kg
Tipping load 2,676 kg
Service refill capacities
Cooling fluid cap 14 liter
Cooling fluid cap 10.22 liter
Cooling fluid cap 10.22 liter
Engine crankcase 9.84 liter
Engine crankcase 9.84 liter
Engine crankcase 9.84 liter
Fuel cap 98.03 liter
Fuel cap 95 liter
Fuel cap 95 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 57.15 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 52.23 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 52.23 liter
Refill capacities
Engine oil cap 10.22 liter
Engine oil cap -
Engine oil cap 10.22 liter
Dimensions
Ground clearance 0.23 m
Ground clearance 0.36 m
Ground clearance 0.36 m
Height - top of cab 2.13 m
Height - top of cab 2.1 m
Height - top of cab 2.1 m
Length with bucket 3.69 m
Length with bucket 3.69 m
Length with bucket 3.69 m
Max height to hinge pin 19.56 cm
Max height to hinge pin 25.4 cm
Max height to hinge pin 25.4 cm
Overall Width 1.98 m
Overall Width 1.91 m
Overall Width 1.91 m
Turning radius 1.64 m
Turning radius 2.51 m
Turning radius 1.55 m
Width over tracks 1.98 m
Width over tracks 1.92 m
Width over tracks 1.92 m
Undercarriage
Ground contact area 41,033.3 cu cm
Ground contact area 47,489.82 cu cm
Ground contact area 47,489.82 cu cm
Ground pressure 0.28 bar
Ground pressure 0.22 bar
Ground pressure 0.22 bar
Track length 1.77 m
Track length 2.07 m
Track length 2.07 m
Hydraulic system
Pump flow cap 124.91 lpm
Pump flow cap 83.27 lpm
Pump flow cap 83.27 lpm
Pump type High Flow XPS
Pump type Standard
Pump type Standard
Relief valve pressure 279.99 bar
Relief valve pressure 230 bar
Relief valve pressure 229.94 bar

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