Caterpillar 420 Backhoe Loader Specs

Category: Backhoe Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 420 ➔

The Caterpillar 420 is a backhoe loader designed for digging, loading, trenching, and material handling on construction, utility, and municipal job sites. It combines a front loader bucket with a rear backhoe attachment, providing a versatile machine for excavation and site preparation. The Caterpillar 420 is part of Caterpillar's backhoe loader lineup and is commonly used for earthmoving, roadwork, landscaping, and general contractor applications. Typical features include a diesel engine, four-wheel drive on many configurations, hydraulic controls, and operator cab options. The 420 is recognized for its balanced performance, maneuverability, and multi-purpose functionality in compact to medium-duty work environments.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 420 Backhoe Loader General Specifications specifications
Backhoe Loading Height ft. (m)	12 (3.7) - 13.9 (4.2) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Bucket Capacity (General Purpose)	1.31 cu yd — Starting 2021 Model Year
Bucket Dig Force (Standard)	14,431.00 lbs ft (19,565.55 nm) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Digging Depth (Extendable Stick)	17.90 ft (5.46 m) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Digging Depth (Standard Stick)	14.00 ft (4.27 m) — Starting 2021 Model Year
Dump Height Max Angle	9.20 ft (2.80 m) — Starting 2023 Model Year
Engine	C3.6 — Starting 2023 Model Year
Lift Capacity at Full Height	7,245.00 lbs (3,286.28 kg) — Starting 2023 Model Year
Loader Breakout Force lbs. (kg)	12,643 (5734) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Loader Lift Capacity lbs. (kg)	7,230 (3,280) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Loader SAE hp (kW)	92 (68) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Loading Height (Standard)	12.20 ft (3.72 m) — Starting 2023 Model Year
Max Digging Depth ft. (m)	14.2 (4.3) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Net	92 — Starting 2021 Model Year
Operating Weight (Maximum)	24,251.00 lbs (11,000.08 kg) — Starting 2023 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	16,279 (7384) - 24,251 (11,000) — Starting 2024 Model Year
Stick Dig Force (Standard)	9,786.00 lbs ft (13,267.86 nm) — Starting 2023 Model Year
Travel Speed 4th Gear Fwd mph (kmh)	25 (40) — Starting 2024 Model Year

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