{"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\/products\/cat-299c-front-idler-assembly-ctl-idler-wheel","provider":"IPXGLOBAL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}