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Caterpillar 428C Backhoe Loader Specs

The Caterpillar 428C is a backhoe loader designed for digging, loading, trenching, and material handling on construction, utility, and agricultural sites. It combines a front loader bucket with a rear excavator arm, providing versatility in a single machine. The 428C is part of Caterpillar's backhoe loader range and is commonly used for earthmoving, site preparation, road maintenance, and general contractor work. Typical features include a diesel engine, four-wheel drive on many configurations, and hydraulic controls for loader and backhoe functions. The model is recognized for balanced performance, maneuverability, and multi-purpose jobsite capability.


Backhoe

Caterpillar 428C Backhoe Loader Backhoe specifications
Dig Depth - Ext 19.17 ft (5.84 m)
Dig Depth - Std 15.64 ft (4.77 m)
Load Height - Ext 14.62 ft (4.46 m)
Load Height - Std 12.48 ft (3.80 m)
Reach At Load Height - Ext 8.47 ft (2.58 m)
Reach At Load Height - Std 5.38 ft (1.64 m)
Reach From Swivel - Ext 21.74 ft (6.63 m)
Reach From Swivel - Std 18.31 ft (5.58 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 428C Backhoe Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance 1.05 ft (0.32 m)
Height To Top Of Suspended Cab 9.52 ft (2.90 m)
Transport Height 12.28 ft (3.74 m)
Transport Length 18.90 ft (5.76 m)
Transport Width 7.87 ft (2.40 m)
Wheelbase 6.89 ft (2.10 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 428C Backhoe Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration Natural
Displacement 244.10 cu in (4,000.09 cu cm)
Engine Make 2236
Engine Model 3054
Gross Power 75.00 hp (55.93 kw)
Net Power 78.00 hp (58.17 kw)
Net Torque Rise 15.2 %
Number Of Cylinders 4
Power Measured @ 2200 rpm

Hydraulic

Caterpillar 428C Backhoe Loader Hydraulic specifications
Pump Flow Capacity 43.10 gpm (163.13 lpm)
Pump Type Piston
Relief Valve Pressure 3002.3 psi

Loader

Caterpillar 428C Backhoe Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Capacity 1.31 cu yd
Bucket Width 94.34 in (239.62 cm)
Clearance At Max Dump Height 8.44 ft (2.57 m)
Dig Depth 5.32 in (13.51 cm)
Reach At Max Dump Height 2.70 ft (0.82 m)

Operational

Caterpillar 428C Backhoe Loader Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage 52 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity 5.00 gal (18.93 l)
Fuel Capacity 33.90 gal (128.31 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 20.90 gal (79.11 l)
Max Weight 21,384.90 lbs (9,700.04 kg)
Oil System Fluid Capacity 2.00 gal (7.57 l)
Operating Voltage 12 V
Operating Weight 2wd 13,889.20 lbs (6,300.04 kg)
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity 6.40 gal (24.22 l)
Rear Tires Size 2wd/4wd 16.9 x 28
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd 11 x 16 / 10.5 x 20
Transmission Fluid Capacity 4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Turning Radius 26.60 ft (8.11 m)

Transmission

Caterpillar 428C Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward 19.80 mph (31.86 kph)
Max Speed Reverse 19.80 mph (31.86 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears 4
Number Of Reverse Gears 4
Transmission Type Power Shuttle
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