Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader
Cat 299D3 compact track loader specs: 95 hp net power, 11,464 lb operating weight, 3,480 lb rated operating capacity at 35% tipping load, 32 gpm High Flow XPS, and 31.7 gal fuel capacity.
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Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader Specs at a Glance
The Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader is a 11,464 lb compact track loader rated at 95 net horsepower with a listed bucket capacity of 0.95 cu yd. Use this page to check the core model specs, then confirm the exact serial range, blade or bucket, undercarriage, counterweight, hydraulic options, and emissions package before using the numbers for purchase, transport, or bid decisions.
Spec basis: 299D3 compact track loader public North America product/specification reference. Confirm exact market, serial range, track width, bucket, counterweight, hydraulic package, emissions package, and attachments before using values for transport, bidding, purchase, rental, or service planning.
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Key OEM Spec Summary
Fuel burn and hourly operating cost are Heavy Equipment Hub editorial planning estimates. They are not OEM guaranteed values.
Complete OEM Technical Data Sheet
Verified OEM engine parameters, hydraulic pressure circuits, digging forces, and transport dimensions.
| Reference Name | Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader product specifications |
| Primary OEM Reference | https://www.cat.com/en_GB/products/new/equipment/skid-steer-and-compact-track-loaders/compact-track-loaders/15970469.html |
| Last Reviewed | September 2026 |
| Spec Configuration | 299D3 compact track loader public North America product/specification reference. Confirm exact market, serial range, track width, bucket, counterweight, hydraulic package, emissions package, and attachments before using values for transport, bidding, purchase, rental, or service planning. |
| Cost and Fuel Note | Fuel burn and hourly operating cost are Heavy Equipment Hub editorial planning estimates. They are not OEM guaranteed values. |
| Editorial Guardrail | Caterpillar data is published as a source-checked model page with configuration notes. Deeper compact track loader cluster guides should be added one search intent at a time. |
| Engine Make and Model | Cat C3.8 DIT turbo |
| Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 98 hp |
| Net Power - SAE 1349 | 95 hp |
| Net Power - ISO 9249 | 95 hp |
| Peak Torque - 1,500 rpm | 246 ft-lbf |
| Displacement | 232 cu in / 3.8 L |
| Bore | 3.9 in |
| Stroke | 4.7 in |
| Emissions | U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V |
| Operating Weight | 11,464 lb |
| Rated Operating Capacity - 35% Tipping Load | 3,480 lb |
| Rated Operating Capacity - 50% Tipping Load | 4,970 lb |
| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 5,240 lb |
| Tipping Load | 9,945 lb |
| Breakout Force - Tilt Cylinder | 7,270 lb |
| Breakout Force - Lift Cylinder | 6,162 lb |
| Ground Pressure - 400 mm Track | 5.3 psi |
| Ground Pressure - 450 mm Track | 4.7 psi |
| Standard Loader Hydraulic Flow | 23 gpm |
| Standard Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3,335 psi |
| Standard Hydraulic Power | 44 hp calculated |
| High Flow XPS Loader Hydraulic Flow | 32 gpm |
| High Flow XPS Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 4,061 psi |
| High Flow XPS Hydraulic Power | 76 hp calculated |
| Attachment Planning Note | Confirm XPS hydraulic package, couplers, electrical controls, case drain, return routing, cooling condition, and attachment chart before high-demand tools. |
| Length Without Bucket | 125.5 in |
| Length With Bucket on Ground | 154.7 in |
| Length - Track on Ground | 69.6 in |
| Overall Length - Track | 89.4 in |
| Height to Top of Cab | 83.6 in |
| Vehicle Width - 400 mm Tracks | 76.0 in |
| Vehicle Width - 450 mm Tracks | 78.0 in |
| Ground Clearance | 9.6 in |
| Reach - Maximum Lift/Dump | 33.6 in |
| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 94.5 in |
| Bucket Pin Height - Maximum Lift | 126.3 in |
| Maximum Overall Height | 158.7 in |
| Turning Radius - Bucket Racked | 91.1 in |
| Turning Radius - Machine Rear | 74.0 in |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31.7 gal |
| DEF Tank Capacity | 5.0 gal |
| Cooling System | 4.1 gal |
| Engine Crankcase | 3.5 gal |
| Hydraulic System | 14.5 gal |
| Hydraulic Tank | 10.3 gal |
| Battery Reference | 850 CCA standard reference, 1,000 CCA optional heavy duty battery listed |
| Planning Bucket Capacity | 0.95 yd3 editorial planning basis; verify actual bucket model and material density before estimating production |
| Best Fit | Contractors needing a high-output CTL with strong rated capacity, XPS hydraulic potential, and Cat support for attachment-heavy work. |
| Verify Before Transport | Bucket, track width, counterweight, cab, fuel/DEF level, guarding, attachment, and coupler package change real weight and width. |
| Used Machine Inspection Focus | Inspect track system, torsion suspension, rollers, final drives, lift arms, XPS hydraulic couplers, cooling package, Smart Attachment controls, emissions history, and service records. |
| Common Long-Tail Searches Answered | Cat 299D3 weight, Cat 299D3 horsepower, 299D3 rated operating capacity, Cat 299D3 high flow gpm, 299D3 fuel capacity, Cat 299D3 vs 299D3 XE specs. |
Machine Architecture & Operational Overview
The Caterpillar 299D3 is a large-frame compact track loader for contractors comparing high-output CTLs for grading, truck loading, pallet handling, land improvement, snow work, and hydraulic attachments. It sits above mid-frame 74 hp loaders and below the highest-output XE class, which makes it a useful comparison point for buyers looking at Cat 289D3, Cat 299D3 XE, Bobcat T76-2, John Deere 333 P-Tier, Kubota SVL97 series, and Takeuchi TL12 class machines. The important selection numbers are not only horsepower: rated operating capacity, tipping load, track width, hydraulic flow, hydraulic pressure, lift geometry, fuel/DEF capacity, and actual attachment package all change ownership value. Bucket capacity below is a Heavy Equipment Hub planning basis for common CTL bucket work, not a universal OEM bucket rating.
Primary Jobsite Applications: High-output CTL grading, truck loading, pallet handling, snow work, soil conditioning, brush cutting, land improvement, utility backfill, and XPS hydraulic attachment work
Buyer and Fleet Checklist
Before You Use These Specs
Transport Planning
Confirm weight, width, height, bucket or blade removal, counterweight, shoe width, tire package, permits, and trailer capacity against the actual machine configuration.
Attachment Matching
Check hydraulic flow, relief pressure, coupler style, case drain, return filtration, tool control, lifting limits, and dealer-approved attachment charts.
Cost Per Hour
Build the hourly rate from fuel, DEF, preventive maintenance, wear parts, tires or undercarriage, repairs, depreciation, finance cost, insurance, and utilization.
Spec Accuracy
Use the source link and configuration note as the starting point, then verify serial range and local-market literature before purchase, repair, hauling, or bid work.
Common Long-Tail Searches This Page Answers
What is the operating weight?
11,464 lb, depending on configuration.
How much horsepower does it have?
95 net hp for the listed engine configuration.
What blade capacity is listed?
0.95 cu yd for the listed blade configuration.
What should be verified before use?
Serial prefix, attachment package, counterweight, track shoe width, emissions tier, and local dealer documentation.
Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader FAQ
What is the operating weight of the Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader?
The listed operating weight is 11,464 lb for the referenced configuration. Buckets, blades, couplers, thumbs, guards, counterweights, tires, track shoes, fuel level, and regional packages can change the final transport weight.
How much horsepower does the Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader have?
The listed net horsepower is 95 hp. Confirm the exact engine rating standard, emissions package, and model year before using the value for bidding, rental comparison, or attachment sizing.
Is the fuel burn shown here an OEM guaranteed number?
No. The fuel burn and hourly cost values are Heavy Equipment Hub planning estimates. Real fuel use changes with load factor, idle time, operator habits, hydraulic demand, underfoot conditions, maintenance condition, and job cycle.
What should I verify before buying, renting, or transporting this machine?
Verify serial range, configuration, attachment package, fluid specifications, transport dimensions, tire or track setup, counterweight, emissions equipment, service history, and the latest OEM or dealer documentation.
Recommended OEM Filters & Fluid Maintenance Kits
Caterpillar 500-Hour Scheduled Maintenance Filter Kit
Official heavy duty hydraulic return filters, engine oil filters, fuel water separators, and SOS fluid sampling bottles.
Fleet Management Specs
Spec Verification
Core machine values are checked against the Caterpillar 299D3 Compact Track Loader product specifications. Configuration-sensitive values should still be verified against the exact serial range and dealer spec sheet.
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