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•Redesigned, More Comfortable Cab •Wider opening door for easier machine entry
•Improved Performance-Tuned Suspension •Customer Driven Enhancements to Fuel System and Drive Train
•Providing the Next Level Machine and Tool Compatibility •Integrated SMART technology to automate complex attachments – INDUSTRY FIRSTS ·Attachment recognition ·Tailors controls ·Grade Assist
Key Specs
The Cat® 259D3 Compact Track Loader, with its vertical lift design, delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. Its standard, suspended undercarriage system provides superior traction, flotation, stability and speed to work in a wide range of applications and underfoot conditions.
•Redesigned, More Comfortable Cab •Wider opening door for easier machine entry
•Improved Performance-Tuned Suspension •Customer Driven Enhancements to Fuel System and Drive Train
•Providing the Next Level Machine and Tool Compatibility •Integrated SMART technology to automate complex attachments – INDUSTRY FIRSTS ·Attachment recognition ·Tailors controls ·Grade Assist
| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 74.3 hp 55.4 kW |
| Displacement | 203 in³ 3.3 l |
| Net Power | 73.2 hp 54.6 kW |
| Bore | 3.7 in 94 mm |
| Engine Model | Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo) Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo) |
| Gross Power | 74.3 hp 55.4 kW |
| Net Power - SAE 1349 | 73.2 hp 54.6 kW |
| Stroke | 4.7 in 120 mm |
| Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm - SAE J1995 | 195 ft·lbf 265 N·m |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 73.9 hp 55.1 kW |
| Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load | 2010 lb 915 kg |
| Tipping Load | 5745 lb 2610 kg |
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 4965 lb 2252 kg |
| Ground Contact Area - With 320 mm/12.6 in Track | 1483 in² 0.96 m² |
| Ground Pressure - With 320 mm/12.6 in Track | 6.1 psi 41.8 kPa |
| Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load | 2870 lb 1305 kg |
| Ground Contact Area - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track | 1848 in² 1.19 m² |
| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 3060 lb 1390 kg |
| Ground Pressure - With 400 mm/15.7 in Track | 4.9 psi 34 kPa |
| Note | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, 320 mm (12.6 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted). Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, 320 mm (12.6 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted). |
| Operating Weight | 8987 lb 4076 kg |
| Note | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, 320 mm (12.6 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted). Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, 320 mm (12.6 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted). |
| Length - Track on Ground | 59 in 1499 mm |
| Overall Length - Track | 78.7 in 1999 mm |
| Height - Top of Cab | 83.1 in 2111 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 8.9 in 226 mm |
| Departure Angle | 35° 35° |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 52° 52° |
| Bucket Pin Height - Carry Position | 7.8 in 198 mm |
| Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7 in tracks) | 69 in 1755 mm |
| Turning Radius from Center - Coupler | 54.8 in 1392 mm |
| Bucket Pin Reach - Maximum Lift | 9.4 in 238 mm |
| Vehicle Width (320 mm/12.6 in tracks) | 66 in 1676 mm |
| Maximum Reach - With Arms Parallel to Ground | 51.4 in 1305 mm |
| Maximum Overall Height | 154.1 in 3915 mm |
| Turning Radius from Center - Bucket | 86 in 2184 mm |
| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 121 in 3075 mm |
| Length - Without Bucket | 108.9 in 2767 mm |
| Rack Back Angle - Maximum Height | 87° 87° |
| Note | Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, 320 mm (12.6 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted). Operating Weight, Operating Specifications and Dimensions all based on 75 kg (165 lb) operator, all fluids, two speed, OROPS, 1730 mm (68 in) low profile bucket, 320 mm (12.6 in) tracks, dual flange front idler/single flange rear idler, standard flow hydraulics, mechanical suspension seat, no optional counterweights and manual quick coupler (unless otherwise noted). |
| Turning Radius from Center - Machine Rear | 61.5 in 1561 mm |
| Length - With Bucket on Ground | 137.3 in 3486 mm |
| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 89.9 in 2283 mm |
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 23.9 in 608 mm |
| ROPS | ISO 3471:2008 ISO 3471:2008 |
| FOPS | ISO 3449:2005 Level I ISO 3449:2005 Level I |
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi 23000 kPa |
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 58 hp 43 kW |
| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi 23000 kPa |
| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Loader Hydraulic Flow | 20 gal/min 76 l/min |
| Hydraulic Flow - Standard - Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 39 hp 29 kW |
| Hydraulic Flow - High Flow - Loader Hydraulic Flow | 30 gal/min 112 l/min |
| Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - One Speed | 5.9 mile/h 9.5 km/h |
| Travel Speed - Forward or Reverse - Two Speed | 8.5 mile/h 13.7 km/h |
| Hydraulic System | 13.2 gal (US) 50 l |
| Fuel Tank | 24.8 gal (US) 94 l |
| Engine Crankcase | 3 gal (US) 11 l |
| Hydraulic Tank | 10.3 gal (US) 39 l |
| Cooling System | 3.7 gal (US) 14 l |
| Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.81 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.158 metric tonnes. The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 0.81 kg of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 1.158 metric tonnes. |
| Note (3) | ***The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC. ***The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC. |
| Outside Cab*** | 103 dB(A) 103 dB(A) |
| Inside Cab** | 83 dB(A) 83 dB(A) |
| Note (2) | **The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008. The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed and at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds. **The declared dynamic operator sound pressure levels per ISO 6396:2008. The measurements were conducted with the cab doors and windows closed and at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The sound level may vary at different engine cooling fan speeds. |
| Note (1) | Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe. Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe. |
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