{"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. Some machine setups may instead require a triple flange idler arrangement, therefore the existing flange style should always be confirmed 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® 279C 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\u003eDesigned for demanding operating conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUndercarriage Component Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nFront idlers are an important part of compact track loader undercarriage systems and help maintain correct rubber track positioning while supporting smoother machine movement across uneven and abrasive working environments.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nMachine compatibility should always be verified using serial information, flange style and OEM references prior to ordering replacement parts.\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® 279C 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":53879280992583,"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\/products\/cat-279c-front-idler-assembly-ctl-idler-wheel","provider":"IPXGLOBAL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}