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Cat 279D Rubber Tracks for Sale – Replacement Size 450x86x56

Original price was: $1,320.00.Current price is: $1,282.00.

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Get heavy-duty Caterpillar 279D rubber tracks built to stop stretching, cracking, and thrown tracks. These direct-fit rubber tracks feature jointless steel cables and forged iron links, optimized to the standard 450mm-wide profile across four task-specific treads.
  • Direct OEM Fit: Replaces factory parts flawlessly without tensioning issues.
  • Tough Natural Rubber: Resists chunking on jagged concrete and dry-rotting in the sun.
  • Rapid Delivery: Ships out of 19+ regional US warehouses to arrive at your shop or jobsite in 1 to 2 business days.
  • Save up to $100 or more for orders of two or more tracks!
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Description

When it is time to replace your Caterpillar 279D compact track loader tracks, you need rubber that can actually handle the raw weight and force of a 10,000-pound machine. Standard aftermarket tracks often get deep cracks or split under heavy stress, but our replacement rubber tracks are built specifically for large-frame radial-lift loaders. They deliver a direct OEM fit so you can swap them out quickly, eliminate unexpected jobsite downtime, and keep your loader out of the shop.
Our tracks feature deep tread depth and thick cut-resistant rubber to prevent tearing. The internal drive links are precisely spaced to align with your CAT undercarriage, giving you a smoother ride and reducing cab vibration.

Rubber Track Manufacturing & Materials

Our rubber tracks for the Caterpillar 279D are built to strict manufacturing standards that surpass standard aftermarket alternatives. Here are a few key features in our manufacturing:
  • Continuous Steel Cable: Most standard tracks fail at the seams where overlapping joints are inside the rubber. Our tracks use a single strand of high-tensile steel cable, wrapped continuously edge-to-edge with no breaks or weak spots. By eliminating those internal seams, you get a track that holds together under max load and real pressure.
  • Forged Iron Links: Every internal link insert is manufactured from forged iron. This ensures proper alignment with the equipment’s sprocket teeth, lowering the risk of throwing a track on uneven and steep slopes.
  • Durable Natural Rubber: Our tracks use a heavy-duty natural rubber compound to withstand rough job-site conditions. This rubber compound helps prevent the track from cracking on rough terrain or from dry-rotting due to a lot of direct sunlight.
Learn about our premium manufacturing standards on our Skid Steer Rubber Track Manufacturing & Quality Guide page.

Caterpillar 279D Tracks Specifications

We stock a complete inventory of heavy-duty Cat 279D rubber tracks to match your machine’s exact configuration requirements:
Parameter
Heavy Duty Track Specification
Track Full Size
450x86x56
Track Width
450mm (17.7 / 18 Inches)
Pitch Length
86mm
Link Count
56 links
Track Weight
550 lbs
Undercarriage Type
Suspension Undercarriage
Estimated Ground Pressure
~4.4 to 5.5 psi

Track Profile Selection Guide

The large-frame CAT 279D undercarriage relies on a dedicated 450mm wide track configuration to maximize performance across punishing job sites:
  • 450mm (Standard 18-Inch Wide): Spreads the loader’s heavy 9,892-pound operating weight across a massive ground surface area. Running these high-durability 450x86x56 rubber tracks maximizes traction and flotation over deep mud, loose sand, and soft topsoil while simultaneously lowering your ground pressure to minimize ground disturbance.
Our premium replacement tracks for Cat 279D CTLs are manufactured to directly replace OEM factory part numbers: 372-5791, 570-4100, 593-1012, 584-7123, and 512-3952.

Cat 279D Rubber Track Tread Options

Choosing the right tread design is critical for getting the most out of your loader. If your machine spends all day on hot pavement pushing heavy grading runs, you need a completely different setup than an operator working in mud or on wet clay. We stock a few distinct tread pattern options to ensure you get the absolute best performance out of your high-performance Cat 279D tracks across all specific jobsite environments:
Tread Pattern
Best Jobsite Application
Hard Surface
Mud/Clay
Snow/Ice
Demolition
Forestry
Turf/ Soft Soil
Block
Asphalt, Concrete, Pavers






C Block
All-around use, General Offroad use






Zig Zag Bar
Snow, Ice, Mud, Steep Grades






Multi-Bar
Forestry, Loose soil, Turf,






Undercarriage Fitment Guide

Installing brand-new tracks on severely worn sprockets, rollers, or idlers accelerates track wear and causes tooth skipping. Because the 279D relies on large-frame fully suspended undercarriage setups, keeping tabs on your wear parts is vital. Prior to mounting your new rubber tracks, always inspect your matching CAT 279D undercarriage components:
  • Drive Sprockets: Check for thin or pointed teeth. Worn teeth will grind away the rubber coating on the internal iron links of your track.
  • Front & Rear Idlers: Ensure they spin freely and are not grooved out, which ruins track alignment and correct tensioning.
  • Track Rollers: Inspect bottom rollers for flat spots, seized bearings, or oil leaks. Faulty rollers can cause premature cracking and wear to the rubber compound around the track guides.

Shipping, Warranty, and Specialist Support

With over 19 US warehouses, we ship directly from our closest regional warehouse to your location. Most orders deliver in 1 to 2 business days so you can get your track loader back to work.
  • Warranty Details: Our skid steer tracks are backed by a 24-Month or 1,200-Hour pro-rated warranty protecting against any manufacturing defects.
If you have questions about track specifications before finalizing your purchase, call us to speak with an experienced heavy equipment parts specialist.
Have a different model? Here is a list of other CAT Rubber Tracks we stock.

Additional information

Weight 550 lbs
Make

Caterpillar
Model

279D
Track Full Size

450x86x56
Width

450mm / 17.72 inch
Pitch

86 mm
Link Count

56 links
Track Tread Patterns

Block Tread, C-Block Tread, Multi Bar Tread, ZigZag Bar Tread
Product Type

Rubber Track

Rubber Track Maintenance

To maximize the service life of your new premium rubber tracks and prevent unexpected job site downtime, follow these essential manufacturer care tips:
  • Maintain Correct Tension: Never “eyeball” your track sag. Over-tightening robs horsepower, strains drive bearings, and can snap internal steel cables. Under-tightening causes detracking, which instantly destroys the track’s internal drive lugs. Check your operator’s manual for exact sag tolerances.
  • Daily End-of-Shift Cleanouts: Use a spade or pressure washer to clear mud, clay, and gravel from the undercarriage frames daily. Packed debris hardens overnight, acting like heavy-grit sandpaper that grinds down rubberized surfaces and seizes bottom rollers.
  • Inspect Sprockets & Rollers: Never install a brand-new rubber track on a worn-out undercarriage. Sharp or “shark-toothed” sprockets will actively gouge and tear out your new track’s drive lugs. Ensure bottom rollers spin freely and check idlers for rough rims or bad bearings.
  • Practice Smart Operating Habits: Avoid high-speed, 90-degree pivot turns on concrete or asphalt to prevent severe tread scalloping (especially if not using a block tread). Always approach curbs straight-on (perpendicularly) and travel straight up or down grades—never sideways—to prevent edge slicing and derailment.
Want the full step-by-step breakdown? Read our comprehensive Rubber Track Maintenance Tips Guide for advanced diagnostic checklists, off-season storage rules, and expert operational strategies.

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