Caterpillar 428 II Backhoe Loader Specs

Category: Backhoe Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 428 II ➔

The Caterpillar 428 II Backhoe Loader is a versatile and powerful machine designed for a variety of construction and excavation tasks. With impressive digging depths, reach, and load heights, this backhoe loader is equipped to handle a wide range of projects. Its reliable engine and hydraulic system provide the necessary power and control, while the loader bucket capacity and breakout force ensure efficient and productive operation. Whether it's digging, loading, or transporting materials, the Caterpillar 428 II is a dependable choice for demanding job sites.

Backhoe

Caterpillar 428 II Backhoe Loader Backhoe specifications
Bucket Dig Force	10,438.00 lbs (4,734.60 kg)
Bucket Dig Force - Extended	10,258.00 lbs (4,652.96 kg)
Dig Depth	15.60 ft (4.75 m)
Dig Depth - Extended	19.70 ft (6.00 m)
Load Height	11.50 ft (3.51 m)
Load Height - Extended	13.80 ft (4.21 m)
Reach From Swivel	17.70 ft (5.39 m)
Reach From Swivel - Extended	21.80 ft (6.64 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 428 II Backhoe Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.10 ft (0.34 m)
Height to Top of Suspended Cab	9.20 ft (2.80 m)
Transport Length	18.70 ft (5.70 m)
Transport Width	7.90 ft (2.41 m)
Wheelbase	6.90 ft (2.10 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 428 II Backhoe Loader Engine specifications
Displacement	235.60 cu in (3,860.80 cu cm)
Engine Model	4.236
Gross Power	75.10 hp (56.00 kw)
Net Power	69.80 hp (52.05 kw)

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 428 II Backhoe Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow Capacity	28.60 gpm (108.25 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure	2700 psi

Loader

Caterpillar 428 II Backhoe Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Breakout Force	8,048.20 lbs (3,650.61 kg)
Bucket Capacity	1.40 cu yd (1.07 cu m)
Bucket Width	94.40 in (239.78 cm)
Clearance at Max Dump Height	8.70 ft (2.65 m)
Dig Depth	3.90 in (9.91 cm)
Reach at Max Dump Height	2.80 ft (0.85 m)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 428 II Backhoe Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Operating Weight 2wd	15,747.70 lbs (7,143.05 kg)
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd	9-16 10PR / 10.5-20 10PR
Turning Radius	12.90 ft (3.93 m)

Tires

Caterpillar 428 II Backhoe Loader Tires specifications
Rear Tires Size	16.9-28 10 PR

Transmission

Caterpillar 428 II Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed	18.30 mph (29.45 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	18.40 mph (29.61 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4

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