Cat 259D Specs, Price, Features, & Review 2022

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Cat 259D Price 

• 2015 Caterpillar 259D: $48660
• 2016 Caterpillar 259D: $57500

Caterpillar 259D Compact Track Loader Overview

With its vertical lift design, the Cat 259D Compact Track Loader provides extended reach and lift height to facilitate truck loading. 

The standard, suspended undercarriage system gives it superior traction, flotation, and stability to work in many applications and underfoot conditions.

Caterpillar 259D Compact Track Loader Features

• Industry-leading sealed and pressurized cab option
• Available high-back, heated, air ride seat with seat-mounted adjustable joystick controls
• High-performance power train
• High Flow hydraulic system
• Electronically controlled Cat C3.3B engine
• Cat “Intelligent Leveling” system (ILEV)
• Standard fully independent torsion axle suspension
• Maximize machine capability and control
• Ground level access
• A broad range of performance-matched Cat Work Tools

Caterpillar 259D Compact Track Loader Specification

Cab

FOPS	ISO 3449:2005 Level I
FOPS Level II	ISO 3449:2005 Level II
ROPS	ISO 3471:2008

Dimensions

Bucket Pin Height – Carry Position	7.8 in (20 cm)
Bucket Pin Height – Maximum Lift	10.1 ft (3 m)
Bucket Pin Reach – Maximum Lift	9.4 in (24 cm)
Clearance at Max Lift and Dump	7.5 ft (2 m)
Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump	89.9 in (228 cm)
Departure Angle	35 °
Dump angle	52 °
Ground Clearance	8.9 in (23 cm)
Height – Top of Cab	7 ft (2 m)
Length – Track on Ground	59 in (150 cm)
Length – with Bucket	11.5 ft (4 m)
Length – With Bucket on Ground	137.3 in (349 cm)
Length – Without Bucket	108.9 in (277 cm)
Length – without Bucket	9.1 ft (3 m)
Maximum Dump Angle	52 °
Maximum Overall Height	154.1 in (391 cm)
Maximum Reach – With Arms Parallel to Ground	51.4 in (131 cm)
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Overall Height	12.9 ft (4 m)
Overall Length – Track	78.7 in (200 cm)
Overall Track Length	6.6 ft (2 m)
Rack Back Angle – Maximum Height	87 °
Reach – Maximum Lift/Dump	23.9 in (61 cm)
Reach at Max Lift and Dump	2 ft (1 m)
Turning Radius from Center – Bucket	86 in (218 cm)
Turning Radius from Center – Coupler	54.8 in (139 cm)
Turning Radius from Center – machine rear	61.5 in (156 cm)
Vehicle Width (320 mm/12.6 in tracks)	66 in (168 cm)
Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7 in tracks)	69 in (175 cm)

Engine

Bore	3.7 in (9 cm)
Displacement	203 cu in (0 m)
Engine Make	DIT
Engine Model	Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo)
Gross Power	74.3 hp (55 kw)
Gross Power – SAE J1995	74.3 hp (55 kw)
Net Power	73.2 hp (55 kw)
Net Power – ISO 9249	73.9 hp (55 kw)
Net Power – SAE 1349	73.2 hp (55 kw)
Peak Torque	195.5 lbs/ft
Peak Torque – 1,500 rpm – SAE J1995	195 ft lbs (89 kg)
Stroke	4.7 in (12 cm)
Torque Measured @	1500 rpm

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	58 hp (43 kw)
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Loader Hydraulic Flow	30 gal/min (114 l/min)
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi
Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Hydraulic Power (Calculated)	39 hp (29 kw)
Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Loader Hydraulic Flow	20 gal/min (76 l/min)
Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Loader Hydraulic Pressure	3335 psi
Pump Flow	20.1 gal/min (76 l/min)
Relief Valve Pressure	3335.9 psi

Loader

Breakout Force	5035.4 lbs (2,284 kg)
Operating Load	2899.1 lbs (1,315 kg)
Operating Width	66 in (168 cm)
Tipping Load	5800.4 lbs (2,631 kg)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 A
Breakout Force – Tilt Cylinder	5035 lbs (2,284 kg)
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	3.7 gal (14 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	3 gal (11 l)
Fuel Capacity	27.8 gal (105 l)
Ground Contact Area – With 320 mm/12.6 in Track	1483 cu in (0 m)
Ground Contact Area – With 400 mm/15.7 in Track	1848 cu in (0 m)
Ground Pressure – With 320 mm/12.6 in Track	6 psi
Ground Pressure – With 400 mm/15.7 in Track	4.8 psi
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	13.3 gal (50 l)
Max Speed – high range	8.6 mph (14 kph)
Max Speed – low range	6 mph (10 kph)
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Operating Voltage	12 V V
Operating Weight	8847.2 lbs (4,013 kg)
Rated Operating Capacities – 35% Tipping Load	2030 lbs (921 kg)
Rated Operating Capacities – 50% Tipping Load	2900 lbs (1,315 kg)
Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight	3100 lbs (1,406 kg)
Tipping Load	5800 lbs (2,631 kg)

Power Train

Travel Speed – Forward or Reverse – One Speed	5.9 mph (9 kph)
Travel Speed – Forward or Reverse – Two Speed	8.5 mph (14 kph)

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	3.7 gal (14 l)
Engine Crankcase	3 gal (11 l)
Fuel Tank	27.7 gal (105 l)
Hydraulic System	13.2 gal (50 l)
Hydraulic Tank	10.3 gal (39 l)

Undercarriage

Ground Contact Area	1488.1 cu in (0 m)
Ground Pressure	6 psi
Length of Track on Ground	11.5 ft (4 m)

Weights

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Operating Weight	8945 lbs (4,057 kg)

Cat 259D Weight

Cat 259D’s Weight is 8847.2 lbs (4,013 kg)

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Cat 259D FAQ

How much will a Cat 259D lift?

Operating Capacity 3,100 lbs

What horsepower is a Cat 259D?

Cat 259D engine produces 74.3 hp (55 kW)

Is a Cat 259D high flow?