Caterpillar 420D IT Backhoe Loader Specs

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

The Caterpillar 420D IT Backhoe Loader boasts impressive specifications for optimal performance on the job site. With a backhoe bucket dig force of 14,712 lbs, a maximum dig depth of 14.5 ft, and a loader bucket breakout force of 10,138.9 lbs, this machine offers power and versatility. Equipped with a 88 hp 3054T engine, a hydraulic pump flow capacity of 43.1 gpm, and a closed center hydraulic system, the 420D IT is designed for efficiency and reliability. Whether digging, loading, or transporting materials, this backhoe loader is a valuable asset for construction and excavation projects.

Backhoe

Caterpillar 420D IT Backhoe Loader Backhoe specifications
Bucket Dig Force	14,712.00 lbs (6,673.26 kg)
Bucket Dig Force - Extended	14,586.00 lbs (6,616.11 kg)
Dig Depth	14.50 ft (4.42 m)
Dig Depth - Extended	18.10 ft (5.52 m)
Load Height - Extended	13.70 ft (4.18 m)
Reach at Load Height - Extended	2.50 ft (0.76 m)
Reach From Swivel	18.60 ft (5.67 m)
Reach From Swivel - Extended	21.90 ft (6.68 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 420D IT Backhoe Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.00 ft (0.30 m)
Height to Top of Suspended Cab	9.10 ft (2.77 m)
Transport Length	22.90 ft (6.98 m)
Transport Width	7.80 ft (2.38 m)
Wheelbase	6.90 ft (2.10 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 420D IT Backhoe Loader Engine specifications
Displacement	244.10 cu in (4,000.09 cu cm)
Engine Model	3054T
Gross Power	88.00 hp (65.62 kw)
Net Power	85.00 hp (63.39 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2200 rpm

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 420D IT Backhoe Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow Capacity	43.10 gpm (163.13 lpm)
Pump Type	LSPC closed center
Relief Valve Pressure	3300.2 psi

Loader

Caterpillar 420D IT Backhoe Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Breakout Force	10,138.90 lbs (4,598.93 kg)
Bucket Capacity	1.30 cu yd (0.99 cu m)
Bucket Width	89.10 in (226.31 cm)
Clearance at Max Dump Height	8.40 ft (2.56 m)
Dig Depth	5.40 in (13.72 cm)
Reach at Max Dump Height	2.80 ft (0.85 m)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 420D IT Backhoe Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Fuel Capacity	33.90 gal (128.31 l)
Operating Weight 4wd	15,763.10 lbs (7,150.03 kg)
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd	11Lx1612PR/12.5 / 80x1810PR
Turning Radius	17.60 ft (5.36 m)

Tires

Caterpillar 420D IT Backhoe Loader Tires specifications
Rear Tires Size	19.5x2410PR / 19.5L2410PR

Transmission

Caterpillar 420D IT Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed	20.40 mph (32.83 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	20.40 mph (32.83 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	power shuttle

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