Caterpillar 426C Backhoe Loader Specs

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

The Caterpillar 426C Backhoe Loader is a versatile machine designed for a variety of construction and excavation tasks. With a powerful 88 hp engine and a maximum dig depth of 15.5 ft, this backhoe loader offers exceptional performance and efficiency. Its compact dimensions make it easy to maneuver on job sites, while the hydraulic system provides a pump flow capacity of 43.1 gpm for smooth and precise operation. Whether digging trenches, loading materials, or transporting heavy loads, the Caterpillar 426C Backhoe Loader is a reliable and capable choice for any construction project.

Backhoe

Caterpillar 426C Backhoe Loader Backhoe specifications
Dig Depth - Ext	19.70 ft (6.00 m)
Dig Depth - Std	15.49 ft (4.72 m)
Load Height - Ext	16.16 ft (4.93 m)
Load Height - Std	12.52 ft (3.82 m)
Reach At Load Height - Ext	8.92 ft (2.72 m)
Reach At Load Height - Std	5.62 ft (1.71 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 426C Backhoe Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	0.96 ft (0.29 m)
Height To Top Of Suspended Cab	9.09 ft (2.77 m)
Transport Height	11.06 ft (3.37 m)
Transport Length	23.82 ft (7.26 m)
Transport Width	7.72 ft (2.35 m)
Wheelbase	6.89 ft (2.10 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 426C Backhoe Loader Engine specifications
Displacement	243.00 cu in (3,982.07 cu cm)
Engine Make	2236
Engine Model	3054 DIT
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

Caterpillar 426C Backhoe Loader Hydraulic specifications
Pump Flow Capacity	43.10 gpm (163.13 lpm)

Loader

Caterpillar 426C Backhoe Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Breakout Force	10,180.00 lbs (4,617.58 kg)
Bucket Capacity	1.26 cu yd
Bucket Width	89.06 in (226.21 cm)
Dig Depth	4.14 in (10.52 cm)
Lift Capacity At Full Height	6,230.00 lbs (2,825.88 kg)
Reach At Max Dump Height	2.66 ft (0.81 m)

Operational

Caterpillar 426C Backhoe Loader Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity	33.90 gal (128.31 l)
Operating Weight 2wd	15,550.00 lbs (7,053.37 kg)
Rear Tires Size 2wd/4wd	16.9-24, 10 PR, R4
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd	11L-16, 12 PR, F3

Transmission

Caterpillar 426C Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward	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

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