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Caterpillar Compact Track Loaders

Explore 8 caterpillar compact track loaders models, compare specifications and plan your next purchase.

Caterpillar 255 Compact Track Loader

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Compact Track Loaders
Current manufacturer model

Caterpillar 239D3 Compact Track Loader

Caterpillar 239D3 Compact Track Loader

Current 239D3 manufacturer record · United States / North American reference

Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
1,530 lb695 kg
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
2,185 lb995 kg
Operating Weight
7,434 lb3,372 kg
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Compact Track Loaders
Current manufacturer model

Caterpillar 249D3 Compact Track Loader

Caterpillar 249D3 Compact Track Loader

Current 249D3 manufacturer record · United States / North American reference

Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
1,740 lb790 kg
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
2,485 lb1,130 kg
Operating Weight
7,831 lb3,552 kg
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Compact Track Loaders

Current 255 product page · United States / North American reference

Rated operating capacity (35% tipping load)
2,499 lb1,133 kg
Operating capacity (50% tipping load)
3,570 lb1,619 kg
Bucket pin height — maximum lift
10 ft 4 in3,150 mm
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Compact Track Loaders
Current manufacturer model

Caterpillar 265 Compact Track Loader

Caterpillar 265 Compact Track Loader

Current 265 product page · United States / North American reference

Rated operating capacity (35% tipping load)
2,823 lb1,280 kg
Operating capacity (50% tipping load)
4,033 lb1,829 kg
Operating weight
10,492 lb4,759 kg
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Compact Track Loaders
Current manufacturer model

Caterpillar 275 Compact Track Loader

Caterpillar 275 Compact Track Loader

Current 275 manufacturer record · United States / North American reference

Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
4,156 lb1,885 kg
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
5,937 lb2,693 kg
Operating Weight
12,401 lb5,625 kg
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Compact Track Loaders
Current manufacturer model

Caterpillar 285 Compact Track Loader

Caterpillar 285 Compact Track Loader

Current 285 manufacturer record · United States / North American reference

Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
4,461 lb2,023 kg
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
6,372 lb2,891 kg
Operating Weight
13,497 lb6,122 kg
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Compact Track Loaders
Current manufacturer model

Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader

Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader

Current 299D3 manufacturer record · United States / North American reference

Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
3,480 lb1,580 kg
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
4,970 lb2,255 kg
Operating Weight
11,464 lb5,200 kg
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Compact Track Loaders

Current 299D3 XE manufacturer record · United States / North American reference

Rated Operating Capacities - 35% Tipping Load
3,560 lb1,620 kg
Rated Operating Capacities - 50% Tipping Load
5,085 lb2,315 kg
Operating Weight
11,756 lb5,333 kg
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Choosing compact track loaders for the job

Track systems improve flotation but add undercarriage cost. Evaluate surface conditions, travel distance, debris exposure and attachment demand before choosing tracks over tires.

Machine types and configurations

  • Small-frame
  • Mid-frame
  • Large-frame
  • Radial-lift
  • Vertical-lift
  • High-flow forestry packages

Specifications that matter

SpecificationWhy it matters
Rated operating capacityMust be read with the applicable configuration, stability limits and duty.
Tipping loadMust be read with the applicable configuration, stability limits and duty.
Ground pressureCompare the serial-specific configuration and intended work, not the label alone.
Auxiliary flowDetermines powered-attachment capability and circuit requirements.
Track widthAffects traction, flotation, wear cost, width and transport.
Operating weightDefines machine class, transport exposure and stability context.
Lift heightShows whether the configured machine fits the required work envelope.

Before buying used

  • Inspect tracks, sprockets, rollers and idlers as a system
  • Check final drives for leakage and noise
  • Test high-flow hydraulics and cooling under load when equipped
Ownership costs to consider

Cost drivers

  • Tracks, rollers, idlers and sprockets
  • Final drives
  • High-flow hydraulics and cooling
  • Loader linkage and coupler
Plan your transport

Transport checklist

  • Use actual weight with guarding and tool
  • Measure widest track or guard point
  • Remove debris before loading
  • Confirm ramp traction and loading angle

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