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Caterpillar 420E Backhoe Loader

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

The Caterpillar 420E is a backhoe loader designed for construction, utility, and site preparation work. It combines a front loader bucket with a rear backhoe attachment, allowing digging, trenching, loading, and material handling in one machine. The 420E is part of Caterpillar's E Series and is commonly used on job sites that require versatility and maneuverability in confined areas. Typical applications include excavation, landscaping, road maintenance, and utility installation. As a backhoe loader, the Caterpillar 420E is valued for its multi-purpose design, operator visibility, and compatibility with a range of work tools and attachments.

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General Specifications

4TH GEAR FWD MPH (KMH)	25 (40) Starting 2010 Model Year
4th Gear Fwd mph (kmh)	24.9 (40.1) Starting 2006 Model Year
Backhoe Loading Height ft. (m)	11.9 (3.6) Starting 2011 Model Year
BACKHOE LOADING HEIGHT FT. (M)	13.6 (4.1) Starting 2009 Model Year
Breakout Force lbs (kgs)	10,076 (4,570) Starting 2007 Model Year
Digging Depth ft (m)	17.9 (5.5) Starting 2008 Model Year
Lift Capacity lbs (kgs)	6,340 (2,876) Starting 2007 Model Year
Loader Breakout Force lbs. (kg)	10,076 (4,570) Starting 2011 Model Year
LOADER BREAKOUT FORCE LBS. (KG)	10,242 (4,646) Starting 2009 Model Year
Loader Lift Capacity lbs. (kg)	6,340 (2,876) Starting 2011 Model Year
LOADER LIFT CAPACITY LBS. (KG)	6,457 (2,929) Starting 2009 Model Year
Loader SAE HP (kw)	93 (69.3) Starting 2011 Model Year
LOADER SAE HP (KW)	101 (75) Starting 2009 Model Year
Loading Height ft (m)	13.6 (4.1) Starting 2007 Model Year
LOADING HEIGHT FT. (M)	13.6 (4.1) Starting 2010 Model Year
Max Digging Depth ft. (m)	14.3 (4.4) Starting 2011 Model Year
MAX DIGGING DEPTH FT. (M)	17.9 (5.5) Starting 2009 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	23,568 (10,690) Starting 2007 Model Year
SAE HP (KW)	101 (75) Starting 2010 Model Year
SAE Net hp (kW)	89 (66) Starting 2006 Model Year
Travel Speed 4th Gear Fwd MPH (kmh)	25 (40.0) Starting 2011 Model Year
TRAVEL SPEED 4TH GEAR FWD MPH (KMH)	24.9 (40.1) Starting 2009 Model Year
Weight lbs (kg)	15,474 (7,025) Starting 2010 Model Year

Backhoe

Bucket Dig Force	13,875.00 lbs (6,293.60 kg)
Bucket Dig Force - Extended	13,863.00 lbs (6,288.16 kg)
Dig Depth	14.40 ft (4.39 m)
Dig Depth - Extended	18.00 ft (5.49 m)
Load Height - Extended	13.60 ft (4.15 m)
Reach at Load Height - Extended	9.10 ft (2.77 m)
Reach From Swivel	18.50 ft (5.64 m)
Reach From Swivel - Extended	21.90 ft (6.68 m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	1.10 ft (0.34 m)
Height to Top of Suspended Cab	9.30 ft (2.83 m)
Transport Length	24.10 ft (7.35 m)
Transport Width	8.00 ft (2.44 m)
Wheelbase	7.30 ft (2.23 m)

Engine

Displacement	268.00 cu in (4,391.74 cu cm)
Engine Model	C4.4 DIT
Gross Power	101.00 hp (75.32 kw)
Net Max Torque	301.00 lbs ft (408.10 nm)
Net Power	93.00 hp (69.35 kw)
Net Torque Rise	0.36
Power Measured @	2200 rpm
Torque Measured @	1400 rpm

Hydraulic System

Pump Flow Capacity	43.00 gpm (162.76 lpm)
Pump Type	variable-flow axial piston
Relief Valve Pressure	3611 psi

Loader

Bucket Breakout Force	10,242.00 lbs (4,645.70 kg)
Bucket Capacity	1.30 cu yd (0.99 cu m)
Bucket Width	7.50 in (19.05 cm)
Clearance at Max Dump Height	8.50 ft (2.59 m)
Dig Depth	4.00 in (10.16 cm)
Reach at Max Dump Height	2.90 ft (0.88 m)

Operating Specifications

Cooling System Fluid Capacity	4.40 gal (16.65 l)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.90 gal (10.98 l)
Fuel Capacity	38.00 gal (143.83 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	20.90 gal (79.11 l)
Max Weight	24,250.90 lbs (11,000.04 kg)
Oil System Fluid Capacity	2.00 gal (7.57 l)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operating Weight 4wd	16,115.80 lbs (7,310.01 kg)
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity	4.40 gal (16.65 l)
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd	11L-16 F-3/12.5/80-18 (10ply) 1-3 Super Traction
Transmission Fluid Capacity	5.00 gal (18.93 l)
Turning Radius	17.80 ft (5.43 m)

Tires

Rear Tires Size

19.5L-24 (12 ply) R4 ATU/ 19.5L-24 (12 ply) IT 525

Transmission

Max Speed	24.90 mph (40.07 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	24.90 mph (40.07 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4

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