SPECS / COMPARISON
Caterpillar 259B3 vs Takeuchi TL8
A detailed comparison of the Caterpillar 259B3 and the Takeuchi TL8. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Caterpillar 259B355.9 kW (75.0 HP)
Takeuchi TL855.4 kW (74.3 HP)
Operating Weight
Caterpillar 259B34052.4 kg (8934 lbs)
Takeuchi TL83914.5 kg (8630 lbs)
| Specification | Caterpillar 259B3 Compact Track Loaders | Takeuchi TL8 Compact Track Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Compact track loader | Compact track loader |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Radial |
| Years Made | 2010-2013 | 2014-2022 |
| Horsepower | 55.9 kW (75.0 HP) | 55.4 kW (74.3 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 936.7 kg (2065 lbs) | 952.5 kg (2100 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 1338.1 kg (2950 lbs) | 1360.8 kg (3000 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 4052.4 kg (8934 lbs) | 3914.5 kg (8630 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 2676.2 kg (5900 lbs) | 2730.6 kg (6020 lbs) |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 2044.8 kg (4508 lbs) | 3107.1 kg (6850 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 9.5 km (5.9 mph) | 7.4 km (4.6 mph) |
| Optional High Speed | 13.7 km (8.5 mph) | 10.9 km (6.8 mph) |
| Ground Pressure | 41.2 kPa (6.0 psi) | 30.2 kPa (4.4 psi) |
| Pump Capacity | 83.3 LPM (22.0 GPM) | 69.7 LPM (18.4 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 230.0 Bar (3335 psi) | 210.3 Bar (3050 psi) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 54.9 L (14.5 gal) | 58.0 L (15.3 gal) |
| Engine Manufacturer | Cat | Kubota |
| Engine Model | C3.4 DIT | V3307-CR-TE5B |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | Indirect injection | Direct injection |
| Emissions | Interim Tier 4 | Tier 4 |
| Compression Ratio | 22:1 | 15:6 |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Gross Power | 55.9 kW (75.0 HP) | 55.4 kW (74.3 HP) |
| Displacement | 3294 cc (201 cu in.) | 3331 cc (203.3 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 | 200.6 N∙m (148 ft-lb) | 260.3 N∙m (192 ft-lb) |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.0 L (2.6 gal) | 14.0 L (3.7 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 9.0 L (2.4 gal) | 11.8 L (3.1 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84.0 L (22.2 gal) | 75.0 L (19.8 gal) |
| Cab Height | 198.6 cm (78.0 in.) | 213.0 cm (83.9 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 304.6 cm (120.0 in.) | 303.1 cm (119.3 in.) |
| Width | 167.6 cm (66.0 in.) | 158.0 cm (62.2 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 342.9 cm (135.0 in.) | 343.0 cm (135.1 in.) |
| Dump Height | 224.3 cm (88.0 in.) | 237.0 cm (93.3 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 73.7 cm (29.0 in.) | 73.0 cm (28.7 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 22.2 cm (9.0 in.) | 30.7 cm (12.1 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 50 ° | 39 ° |
| Departure Angle | 35 ° | 30 ° |
| Track Width | 32.0 cm (12.6 in.) | 39.9 cm (15.7 in.) |
| Track Length | 272.2 cm (107.0 in.) | 274.0 cm (107.9 in.) |
| Ground Contact Length | 149.9 cm (59.0 in.) | 139.5 cm (54.9 in.) |
| Lift Breakout Force | — | 3039.1 kg (6700 lbs) |
| Optional Pump Capacity | — | 150.0 LPM (33.0 GPM) |
| Rollback Angle | — | 30 ° |
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