SPECS / COMPARISON
Caterpillar 257D vs Caterpillar 259D3
A detailed comparison of the Caterpillar 257D and the Caterpillar 259D3. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Caterpillar 257D55.4 kW (74.3 HP)
Caterpillar 259D355.4 kW (74.3 HP)
Operating Weight
Caterpillar 257D3651.4 kg (8050 lbs)
Caterpillar 259D34077.8 kg (8990 lbs)
| Specification | Caterpillar 257D Compact Track Loaders | Caterpillar 259D3Compact Track Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Compact track loader | Compact track loader |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2014-2019 | 2018-2022 |
| Horsepower | 55.4 kW (74.3 HP) | 55.4 kW (74.3 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 884.5 kg (1950 lbs) | 911.7 kg (2010 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 1270.1 kg (2800 lbs) | 1301.8 kg (2870 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 3651.4 kg (8050 lbs) | 4077.8 kg (8990 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 2540.1 kg (5600 lbs) | 2608.2 kg (5750 lbs) |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 2283.8 kg (5035 lbs) | 2252.1 kg (4965 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 13.7 km (6.3 mph) | 9.5 km (5.9 mph) |
| Optional High Speed | 16.0 km (9.9 mph) | 13.7 km (8.5 mph) |
| Ground Pressure | 31.3 kPa (4.5 psi) | 41.8 kPa (6.1 psi) |
| Pump Capacity | 75.7 LPM (20.0 GPM) | 75.7 LPM (20.0 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 230.0 Bar (3335 psi) | 230.0 Bar (3335 psi) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 50.0 L (13.2 gal) | 50.0 L (13.2 gal) |
| Engine Manufacturer | Cat | Cat |
| Engine Model | C3.3B DIT | C3.3B DIT |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | Direct injection | Direct injection |
| Emissions | Tier 4 | Tier 4 |
| Compression Ratio | 17:1 | 17:1 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Gross Power | 55.4 kW (74.3 HP) | 55.4 kW (74.3 HP) |
| Displacement | 3327 cc (203 cu in.) | 3327 cc (203 cu in.) |
| Bore | 9.4 cm (3.7 in.) | 9.4 cm (3.7 in.) |
| Stroke | 12.0 cm (4.7 in.) | 12.0 cm (4.7 in.) |
| Peak Torque | 195 N∙m (265 ft-lb) | 265 N∙m (195 ft-lb) |
| Coolant Capacity | 14.0 L (3.7 gal) | 14.0 L (3.7 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 11.0 L (3.0 gal) | 11.4 L (3.0 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104.9 L (27.7 gal) | 94.0 L (24.8 gal) |
| Cab Height | 212.9 cm (83.8 in.) | 211.1 cm (83.1 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 309.1 cm (121.7 in.) | 307.3 cm (121.0 in.) |
| Width | 167.6 cm (66.0 in.) | 167.6 cm (66.0 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 348.7 cm (137.3 in.) | 348.7 cm (137.3 in.) |
| Dump Height | 230.0 cm (90.5 in.) | 228.3 cm (89.9 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 63.7 cm (25.1 in.) | 60.7 cm (23.9 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 24.2 cm (9.5 in.) | 22.6 cm (8.9 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 52 ° | 52 ° |
| Departure Angle | 35 ° | 35 ° |
| Track Width | 38.1 cm (15.0 in.) | 32.0 cm (12.6 in.) |
| Track Length | 276.6 cm (108.9 in.) | 276.6 cm (108.9 in.) |
| Ground Contact Length | 149.9 cm (59.0 in.) | 149.9 cm (59.0 in.) |
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