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Sell Your Caterpillar 279D Compact Track Loader

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74.3 HP9,893 lbsLarge ClassEst. $14,000 – $50,000
Representative compact track loader
Representative compact track loader. Not a specific unit for sale.

What Is Your CAT 279D Worth?

HeavyDutyYard estimates a used CAT 279D at $14,000–$50,000, a range checked against public auction results and dealer asks. 5 auction results for the CAT 279D ranged from $14,500 to $24,500; 2 dealer asks ran $49,000–$49,500.

HeavyDutyYard estimate, checked against recent sales

Low

$14,000

High

$50,000

HeavyDutyYard estimate for a CAT 279D by hours on the meter
HoursEstimate
Under 2,000 hrs$34,000–$50,000
2,000–5,000 hrs$20,000–$34,000
5,000–8,000 hrs$14,000–$20,000
8,000+ hrs$14,000–$14,000

See the recent CAT 279D sales and asks.

CAT 279D Specs at a Glance

Engine
Caterpillar 74.3 hp
Operating weight
9,893 lb
Size class
Large
Years produced
2011-2021
Rated Capacity
2055 lbs
Fuel tank
24.8 gal

Checked against Cat 279D spec sheet (2017).

Full CAT 279Dspecifications →

Which CAT 279D Do You Have?

The CAT 279D was built 2011-2021. Give the year from the serial plate.

What to Include With Your CAT 279D

Seen most often on a CAT 279D; list any that come with yours.

Common configurations

  • Cab with AC
  • Track undercarriage
  • Vertical lift

Popular attachments

  • Digging bucket
  • Tooth bucket
  • Grapple
  • Pallet forks

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the CAT 279D still made?

No. The CAT 279D was built 2011-2021, so every unit for sale is used.

What is the CAT 279D used for?

The CAT 279D is mostly put to work on heavy construction on soft ground, demolition, heavy landscaping, material handling.