Caterpillar 426B Backhoe Loader Specs

Category: Backhoe Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 426B ➔

The Caterpillar 426B Backhoe Loader is a versatile and powerful machine designed for digging, loading, and transporting tasks. With a backhoe bucket dig force of 14,440 lbs and a maximum dig depth of 20.3 ft when extended, this backhoe loader boasts impressive capabilities. The turbocharged engine with a gross power of 61.1 hp provides ample power for various operations, while the hydraulic system ensures smooth and efficient performance. Whether on construction sites or agricultural settings, the Caterpillar 426B Backhoe Loader is a reliable and efficient machine for a wide range of applications.

Backhoe

Caterpillar 426B Backhoe Loader Backhoe specifications
Bucket Dig Force	14,440.00 lbs (6,549.88 kg)
Bucket Dig Force - Extended	14,440.00 lbs (6,549.88 kg)
Dig Depth	15.50 ft (4.72 m)
Dig Depth - Extended	20.30 ft (6.19 m)
Load Height - Extended	16.20 ft (4.94 m)
Reach at Load Height - Extended	9.00 ft (2.74 m)
Reach From Swivel	19.90 ft (6.07 m)
Reach From Swivel - Extended	24.30 ft (7.41 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 426B Backhoe Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.00 ft (0.30 m)
Height to Top of Suspended Cab	9.00 ft (2.74 m)
Transport Length	22.70 ft (6.92 m)
Transport Width	7.50 ft (2.29 m)
Wheelbase	6.80 ft (2.07 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 426B Backhoe Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Bore	4.00 in (10.16 cm)
Displacement	244.10 cu in (4,000.09 cu cm)
Engine Make	Caterpillar
Engine Model	3054
Gross Power	61.10 hp (45.56 kw)
Net Power	58.90 hp (43.92 kw)
Net Torque Rise	0.252
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2200 rpm
Stroke	5.00 in (12.70 cm)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 426B Backhoe Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow Capacity	10.90 gpm (41.26 lpm)
Pump Type	Closed-center
Relief Valve Pressure	4013.2 psi

Loader

Caterpillar 426B Backhoe Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Breakout Force	9,217.20 lbs (4,180.86 kg)
Bucket Capacity	1.30 cu yd (0.99 cu m)
Bucket Width	89.10 in (226.31 cm)
Clearance at Max Dump Height	8.60 ft (2.62 m)
Dig Depth	4.10 in (10.41 cm)
Reach at Max Dump Height	2.70 ft (0.82 m)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 426B Backhoe Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	52 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	5.60 gal (21.20 l)
Fuel Capacity	33.90 gal (128.31 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	20.90 gal (79.11 l)
Max Weight	14,969.40 lbs (6,790.01 kg)
Oil System Fluid Capacity	2.20 gal (8.33 l)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity	4.90 gal (18.55 l)
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd	11L-16 /10.5-20
Transmission Fluid Capacity	2.70 gal (10.22 l)

Tires

Caterpillar 426B Backhoe Loader Tires specifications
Rear Tires Size	16.9-24 / 19.5L-24

Transmission

Caterpillar 426B Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed	20.10 mph (32.35 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	20.20 mph (32.51 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	Power shuttle - full synchro

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