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Loader
| Breakout Force (Tilt Cylinder) | 5035 lb (2284 kg) |
| Tipping Load | 5800 lb (2631 kg) |
| Rated Operating Capacity (ROC) (35% Tipping Load) | 2030 lb (921 kg) |
| Rated Operating Capacity (ROC) (50% Tipping Load) | 2900 lb (1315 kg) |
| Rated Operating Capacity w/ Optional Counterweight | 3100 lb (1406 kg) |
Dimensions
| 1. Length Of Track On Ground | 59 in (1499 mm) |
| 2. Overall Length of Track | 78.7 in (1999 mm) |
| 3. Length w/o Bucket | 108.9 in (2767 mm) |
| 4. Length with Bucket on Ground | 137.3 in (3486 mm) |
| 5. Height To Top Of Cab | 83.1 in (2111 mm) |
| 6. Max Overall Height | 154.1 in (3915 mm) |
| 7. Bucket Pin Height – Maximum Lift | 121 in (3075 mm) |
| 8. Bucket Pin Height – Carry Position | 7.8 in (198 mm) |
| 9. Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 23.9 in (608 mm) |
| 10. Clearance At Max Lift And Dump | 89.9 in (2283 mm) |
| 11. Ground Clearance | 8.9 in (226 mm) |
| 12. Departure Angle | 35° |
| 13. Maximum Dump Angle | 52° |
| 14. Overall Width Over Tracks (12.6 in / 320 mm shoe) | 66 in (1676 mm) |
| 14. Overall Width Over Tracks (15.7 in / 400 mm shoe) | 69 in (1755 mm) |
| 15. Turn Radius from Center – Machine Rear | 61.5 in (1561 mm) |
| 16. Turn Radius from Center – Coupler | 54.8 in (1392 mm) |
| 17. Turn Radius from Center – Bucket | 86 in (2184 mm) |
| 18. Maximum Reach – With Arms Parallel to Ground | 51.4 in (1305 mm) |
| 19. Rack Back Angle at Max Height | 87° |
| 20. Bucket Pin Reach at Maximum Lift | 9.4 in (238 mm) |
Undercarriage
| Length Of Track On Ground | 59 in (1499 mm) |
| Ground Contact Area (12.6 in / 320 mm shoe) | 1483 in2 (0.96 m2) |
| Ground Contact Area (15.7 in / 400 mm shoe) | 1848 in2 (1.19 m2) |
| Ground Pressure (12.6 in / 320 mm shoe) | 6.0 psi (41.1 kPa) |
| Ground Pressure (15.7 in / 400 mm shoe) | 4.8 psi (33.4 kPa) |
| Suspension | Independent Torsion Axles (4) |
Engine Details
| Number of Cylinders | 4 |
| Engine Make | Caterpillar |
| Engine Model | Cat C3.3B DIT |
| Displacement | 203 cu in (3.3 L) |
| Bore | 3.7 in (94 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.7 in (120 mm) |
| Gross Horsepower | 74.3 hp (55.4 kw) |
| Net Horsepower | 73.2 hp (54.6 kw) |
| Power Measured @ | 2400 rpm |
| Peak Torque | 195 lb ft (265 Nm) |
| Torque Measured @ | 1500 rpm |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged and aftercooled |
| Emission Standards | US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage IIIB |
Power Train
| Type | Hydrostatic transmission |
| Number of Gears | Electronic Torque Management system, standard 2 speed travel and an electronic hand/foot throttle with decel pedal capability |
| 1 Max Travel Speed | 5.9 mph (9.5 km/h) |
| 2 Max Travel Speed | 8.5 mph (13.7 km/h) |
Cab
| ROPS | ISO 3471:2008 |
| FOPS | ISO 3449:2005 Level I / Level II |
| Operator Warning System Indicators | Air Filter Restriction, Alternator Output, Armrest Raised/Operator Out of Seat, Engine Coolant Temperature, Engine Oil Pressure, Glow Plug Activation, Hydraulic Filter Restriction, Hydraulic Oil Temperature, Park Brake Engaged, Engine Emission System |
| Performance Package H1 | Standard Flow Hydraulics (No Self Level) |
| Performance Package H2 | Standard Flow Hydraulics, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower) |
| Performance Package H3 | High Flow Hydraulics, Dual Direction Electronic Self Level (Raise and Lower), Electronic Snubbing (Raise and Lower) |
| Noise Level Inside Cab | 83 dB(A) |
| Noise Level Outside Cab | 103 dB(A) |
Operational Specs
| Operating Weight, 12.6 in (320 mm) tracks | 8846 lb (4013 kg) |
| Operating Weight, 15.7 in (400 mm) tracks | 8945 lb (4057 kg) |
| Counterweight | 74.7 lb (33.9 kg) |
| Max Operating Lift Capacity | 3100 lb (1406 kg) |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V |
| Alternator | 80 amps |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 880 heavy duty battery |
| Work Lights | Gauge Backlighting, Two Rear Tail Lights, Two Adjustable Front and Rear Halogen Lights, Dome Light |
Hydraulic System
| Type | Standard Flow Hydraulics | High Flow Hydraulics |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 20 gal/min (76 L/min) | 30 gal/min (112 L/min) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335 psi (23000 kPa) | 3335 psi (23000 kPa) |
| Hydraulic Power | 39 hp (29 kw) | 58 hp (43 kw) |
CAT 259D Attachments
The CAT 259D Compact Track Loader is a versatile machine that supports a wide variety of attachments to handle everything from earthmoving to landscaping and snow removal. Here’s a list of popular and compatible attachments and work tools for the Caterpillar 259D:
| Work Tool | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Angle Brooms | BA118C Hydraulic, Polypropylene, 103.8 in x 32.1 in |
| Backhoes | BH150 121 in, 2255.3 lb, 109.3 in |
| General Purpose Buckets | 1576 mm (62 in), 0.47 yd3, 374.8 lb 1730 mm (68 in), 0.52 yd3, 476.2 lb 1883 mm (74 in), 0.58 yd3, 515.9 lb 2036 mm (80 in), 0.63 yd3, 544.5 lb 2188 mm (86 in), 0.82 yd3, 634.9 lb |
| Industrial Grapple Buckets | 1576 mm (62 in), 996.5 lb, 20.7 in 1730 mm (68 in), 1038.4 lb, 20.7 in 1883 mm (74 in), 1080.3 lb, 20.7 in 2036 mm (80 in),1115.5 lb, 20.7 in |
| Industrial Performance Buckets | 1730 mm (68 in), 0.52 m3 (0.68 yd3) Bolt-On Cutting Edge 1730 mm (68 in), 0.52 m3 (0.68 yd3) Bolt-On Teeth 1883 mm (74 in), 0.57 m3 (0.75 yd3) Bolt-On Cutting Edge 1883 mm (74 in), 0.57 m3 (0.75 yd3) Bolt-On Teeth 2036 mm (80 in), 0.62 m3 (0.81 yd3) Bolt-On Cutting Edge 2036 mm (80 in), 0.62 m3 (0.81 yd3) Bolt-On Teeth 2188 mm (86 in), 0.67 m3 (0.88 yd3) Bolt-On Cutting Edge 2188 mm (86 in), 0.67 m3 (0.88 yd3) Bolt-On Teeth 2340 mm (92 in), 0.72 m3 (0.94 yd3) Bolt-On Cutting Edge |
| Light Material Buckets | 1883 mm (74 in), 0.9 yd3, 586.4 lb 2036 mm (80 in), 0.98 yd3, 619.5 lb |
| Low Profile Buckets | 1421 mm (56 in), 0.3 m3 (0.39 yd3), Bolt-On Cutting Edge 2045 mm (80 in), 0.44 m3 (0.58 yd3), Bolt-On Cutting Edge |
| Silage Defacers | DFS124 96.5 in, 1108.9 lb, Standard Flow DFS121 84.5 in, 1051.6 lb, Standard Flow DFS118 72.5 in, 937 lb, Standard Flow |
| Skeleton Buckets | 1849 mm (73 in), Plate Tine Style, 698.9 lb, 21.4 in 2017 mm (79 in), Plate Tine Style, 754 lb, 21.4 in 2182 mm (86 in), Plate Tine Style, 804.7 lb, 21.4 in 2349 mm (92 in), Plate Tine Style, 842.2 lb, 21.4 in |
| Utility Brooms | BU115 71.3 in, 59.4 in, 26 in BU118 83.3 in, 73.4 in, 26 in |
| Utility Buckets | 1576 mm (62 in), Base Edge, 0.56 yd3, 463 lb 1730 mm (68 in), Base Edge, 0.63 yd3, 496 lb 1883 mm (74 in), Base Edge, 0.68 yd3, 526.9 lb |
Service Refill Capacities
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27.7 gal (105 L) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.0 gal (11 L) |
| Cooling System Capacity | 3.7 gal (14 L) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | 13.2 gal (50 L) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 10.3 gal (39 L) |
