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Compatibility should always be confirmed against machine serial information, flange configuration and existing OEM references before ordering replacement undercarriage parts.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReplacement Dual Flange Front Idler Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis unit is the \u003cstrong\u003edual flange\u003c\/strong\u003e front idler configuration used on selected Caterpillar® compact track loader undercarriage systems. Certain machine setups may instead use a triple flange idler arrangement, therefore the existing flange style should always be verified before purchase.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplacement dual flange front idler wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for Caterpillar® 259B3 compact track loaders\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports track alignment and guidance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect replacement undercarriage component\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufactured for demanding machine applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUndercarriage Component Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nFront idlers form an important part of compact track loader undercarriage systems by helping maintain track positioning and stable travel during operation across abrasive and uneven working environments.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nCompatibility should always be checked using machine model information, serial range, flange design and OEM part references prior to ordering.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Product Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOEM reference: 304-1878\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual flange front idler configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplacement compact track loader undercarriage component\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufactured for Caterpillar® 259B3 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommercial USA shipping available on qualifying orders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"IPXGLOBAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53879277289799,"sku":"ID-Y004S150-F","price":560.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/1404\/0647\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_May_12_2026_04_04_26_PM.png?v=1778598292"},{"product_id":"cat-259d-front-idler-assembly-ctl-idler-wheel","title":"CAT 259D Front Idler Assembly – CTL Idler Wheel 304-1878","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDual Flange Front Idler for Caterpillar® 259D\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis replacement dual flange front idler wheel is designed for compatible Caterpillar® 259D compact track loader undercarriage systems. Installed at the front section of the track frame, the idler helps maintain rubber track alignment and supports smoother machine operation across demanding working environments.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nOEM reference \u003cstrong\u003e304-1878\u003c\/strong\u003e is commonly associated with this style of Caterpillar® front idler assembly. Compatibility should always be verified using machine serial information, flange configuration and existing OEM references before ordering replacement undercarriage components.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReplacement Front Idler Wheel Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis version is the \u003cstrong\u003edual flange\u003c\/strong\u003e front idler configuration used on selected Caterpillar® compact track loader undercarriage systems. Some machine configurations may instead require a triple flange idler arrangement, therefore the existing flange setup should always be confirmed prior to purchase.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplacement dual flange front idler wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for Caterpillar® 259D compact track loaders\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports track guidance and alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect replacement undercarriage component\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufactured for demanding machine operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact Track Loader Undercarriage Component\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nFront idlers are an important part of compact track loader undercarriage systems and help maintain stable rubber track positioning during operation across abrasive, uneven and high-load working conditions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nCompatibility should always be checked against machine model details, serial range, flange style and OEM references before ordering replacement parts.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Product Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOEM reference: 304-1878\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual flange front idler configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplacement compact track loader undercarriage part\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufactured for Caterpillar® 259D applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommercial USA shipping available on qualifying orders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"IPXGLOBAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53879280009543,"sku":"ID-Y004S150-F","price":560.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/1404\/0647\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_May_12_2026_04_04_26_PM.png?v=1778598292"},{"product_id":"cat-279c-front-idler-assembly-ctl-idler-wheel","title":"CAT 279C Front Idler Assembly – CTL Idler Wheel 304-1878","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDual Flange Front Idler Wheel for Caterpillar® 279C\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis replacement dual flange front idler wheel is manufactured for compatible Caterpillar® 279C compact track loader undercarriage systems. Mounted at the front of the track frame assembly, the idler helps guide the rubber track and support smoother machine travel during operation in demanding site environments.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nOEM reference \u003cstrong\u003e304-1878\u003c\/strong\u003e is commonly linked with this style of Caterpillar® front idler assembly. Compatibility should always be checked against machine model details, serial range, flange configuration and existing OEM references before ordering replacement undercarriage components.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReplacement Front Idler Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis version is the \u003cstrong\u003edual flange\u003c\/strong\u003e front idler design used on selected Caterpillar® compact track loader configurations. 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Installed at the front of the undercarriage assembly, the idler helps support rubber track guidance and maintain smoother machine movement across demanding operating environments.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nOEM reference \u003cstrong\u003e304-1878\u003c\/strong\u003e is commonly associated with this style of Caterpillar® front idler assembly. Compatibility should always be verified against machine serial information, flange configuration and existing OEM references before ordering replacement undercarriage parts.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReplacement Dual Flange Idler Assembly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis version is the \u003cstrong\u003edual flange\u003c\/strong\u003e front idler configuration used on selected Caterpillar® compact track loader applications. Some machine setups may instead require a triple flange idler arrangement, therefore the existing flange style should always be checked prior to purchase.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplacement dual flange front idler wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for Caterpillar® 289C compact track loaders\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports track positioning and alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect replacement undercarriage component\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufactured for demanding machine applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact Track Loader Undercarriage Component\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nFront idlers play an important role within compact track loader undercarriage systems by helping maintain proper rubber track positioning during operation across abrasive, uneven and high-load site conditions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nCompatibility should always be confirmed using machine model information, serial range, flange configuration and OEM part references prior to ordering replacement components.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Product Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOEM reference: 304-1878\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual flange front idler configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplacement compact track loader undercarriage part\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufactured for Caterpillar® 289C applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommercial USA shipping available on qualifying orders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"IPXGLOBAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53879281713479,"sku":"ID-Y004S150-F","price":560.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/1404\/0647\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_May_12_2026_04_04_26_PM.png?v=1778598292"},{"product_id":"cat-299c-front-idler-assembly-ctl-idler-wheel","title":"CAT 299C Front Idler Assembly – CTL Idler Wheel 304-1878","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDual Flange Front Idler Wheel for Caterpillar® 299C\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis replacement dual flange front idler wheel is manufactured for compatible Caterpillar® 299C compact track loader undercarriage systems. Positioned at the front of the track frame assembly, the idler helps support proper rubber track alignment and contributes to smoother undercarriage operation in demanding working environments.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nOEM reference \u003cstrong\u003e304-1878\u003c\/strong\u003e is commonly associated with this style of Caterpillar® front idler assembly. Compatibility should always be confirmed against machine model information, serial range, flange configuration and existing OEM references before ordering replacement undercarriage components.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReplacement Front Idler Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis replacement assembly is the \u003cstrong\u003edual flange\u003c\/strong\u003e front idler configuration used on selected Caterpillar® compact track loader applications. Certain machine setups may instead require a triple flange idler arrangement, therefore the existing flange style should always be verified prior to purchase.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplacement dual flange front idler wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for Caterpillar® 299C compact track loaders\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports track guidance and alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect replacement undercarriage component\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufactured for demanding operating conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact Track Loader Undercarriage Component\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nFront idlers play an important role within compact track loader undercarriage systems by helping maintain track positioning and stable machine travel across uneven, abrasive and high-load site conditions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nCompatibility should always be checked using machine model details, serial range, flange design and OEM references prior to ordering replacement parts.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Product Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOEM reference: 304-1878\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDual flange front idler configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplacement compact track loader undercarriage component\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufactured for Caterpillar® 299C applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommercial USA shipping available on qualifying orders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"IPXGLOBAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53879282434375,"sku":"ID-Y004S150-F","price":560.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/1404\/0647\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_May_12_2026_04_04_26_PM.png?v=1778598292"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.ipxglobal.com\/collections\/cat-front-idlers.oembed","provider":"IPX Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}