Category : Backhoe Loaders ➔ Manufacturer : Caterpillar ➔ Model : 430D ➔
The Caterpillar 430D 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, allowing one machine to perform multiple tasks. The 430D is part of Caterpillar's backhoe loader range and is commonly used for site preparation, roadwork, landscaping, and general earthmoving. Typical features include a diesel engine, four-wheel drive on many configurations, and hydraulic controls for efficient operation. The model is valued for versatility, maneuverability, and compatibility with a wide range of attachments.
General Specifications
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader General Specifications specifications
4th Gear Fwd mph (kmh)
20.9 (33.6) — Starting 2004 Model Year
Breakout Force lbs (kgs)
10,269 (4,658) — Starting 2004 Model Year
Digging Depth ft (m)
19.9 (6.1) — Starting 2004 Model Year
Lift Capacity lbs (kgs)
6,391 (2,899) — Starting 2004 Model Year
Loading Height ft (m)
22 (6.7) — Starting 2004 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)
15,772 (7,154) — Starting 2004 Model Year
SAE Net hp (kW)
94 (70) — Starting 2004 Model Year
Axle Ratings
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Axle Ratings specifications
Dynamic (1)
6,983.00 lbs (3,167.44 kg)
Dynamic (2)
20,418.00 lbs (9,261.46 kg)
Backhoe
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Backhoe specifications
Bucket Dig Force
14,732.00 lbs (6,682.33 kg)
Bucket Dig Force - Extended
14,602.00 lbs (6,623.36 kg)
Bucket Rotation
205 degrees
Dig Depth
15.30 ft (4.66 m)
Dig Depth - Extended
20.00 ft (6.10 m)
E-Stick Extended (1)
20.00 ft (6.10 m)
E-Stick Extended (2)
24.00 ft (7.32 m)
E-Stick Extended (3)
14,602.00 lbs (6,623.36 kg)
E-Stick Extended (4)
6,430.00 lbs (2,916.60 kg)
E-Stick Extended (5)
4,064.00 lbs (1,843.40 kg)
E-Stick Retracted (1)
16.00 ft (4.88 m)
E-Stick Retracted (2)
20.30 ft (6.19 m)
E-Stick Retracted (3)
14,602.00 lbs (6,623.36 kg)
E-Stick Retracted (4)
8,865.00 lbs (4,021.10 kg)
E-Stick Retracted (5)
7,855.00 lbs (3,562.97 kg)
Load Height - Extended
15.10 ft (4.60 m)
Loading Height
12.60 ft (3.84 m)
Loading Reach
6.00 ft (1.83 m)
Reach at Load Height - Extended
10.10 ft (3.08 m)
Reach from Swing Pivot
19.60 ft (5.97 m)
Reach From Swivel
23.20 ft (7.07 m)
Reach From Swivel - Extended
27.60 ft (8.41 m)
Stick Dig Force
9,448.00 lbs (4,285.55 kg)
Stick Lift at 2440 mm (8 ft)
14,821.00 lbs (6,722.70 kg)
Dimensions
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
1.00 ft (0.30 m)
Height to Top of Suspended Cab
9.10 ft (2.77 m)
Transport Length
24.10 ft (7.35 m)
Transport Width
7.80 ft (2.38 m)
Wheelbase
6.90 ft (2.10 m)
Engine
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Engine specifications
Bore
4.00 in (10.16 cm)
Displacement
243.00 cu in (3,982.07 cu cm)
Engine Model
Cat 3054T
Gross Power
98.00 hp (73.08 kw)
Gross Power - SAE J1995
98.00 hp (73.08 kw)
Net Peak Torque - 1400 rpm - Standard - SAE J1349
277.00 lbs ft (375.56 nm)
Net Power
94.00 hp (70.10 kw)
Net Power - SAE J1349
94.00 hp (70.10 kw)
Net Torque Rise - 1,400 rpm - Standard
23.1%
Number of Cylinders
4
Power Measured @
2200 rpm
Stroke
5.00 in (12.70 cm)
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Hydraulic System specifications
4WD Cylinder - Bore
2.56 in (6.50 cm)
Brake System
Inboard oil-immersed
Circuit Type
Load-sensing closed-center
Power Steering
Hydrostatic
Pump Capacity at 2,200 rpm
43.00 gpm (162.76 lpm)
Pump Flow Capacity
43.10 gpm (163.13 lpm)
Relief Valve Pressure
3300.2 psi
Steering Type
Front wheel
Loader
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Breakout Force
10,273.80 lbs (4,660.12 kg)
Bucket Breakout Force - Single Tilt
10,269.00 lbs (4,657.95 kg)
Bucket Capacity
1.40 cu yd (1.07 cu m)
Bucket Capacity - General Purpose
1.40 cu yd (1.07 cu m)
Bucket Width
94.80 in (240.79 cm)
Bucket Width - General Purpose
95.00 ft (28.96 m)
Clearance at Max Dump Height
8.50 ft (2.59 m)
Dig Depth
5.40 in (13.72 cm)
Dig Depth - Single Tilt
6.50 in (16.51 cm)
Dump Height at Maximum Angle - Single Tilt
8.60 ft (2.62 m)
Dump Reach at Maximum Angle - Single Tilt
2.70 ft (0.82 m)
Lift Capacity at Full Height - Single Tilt
6,391.00 lbs (2,898.91 kg)
Reach at Max Dump Height
2.70 ft (0.82 m)
Operating Specifications
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Fuel Capacity
33.90 gal (128.31 l)
Operating Weight 4wd
16,215.00 lbs (7,355.01 kg)
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd
11Lx1612PR / 12.5/80x1810PR
Turning Circle - Outside - Front Wheels
26.80 ft (8.17 m)
Turning Circle - Outside, Widest Loading Bucket
35.50 ft (10.82 m)
Turning Radius
17.80 ft (5.43 m)
Power Train
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Power Train specifications
Power Shuttle Transmission - Forward 1st
3.70 mph (5.95 kph)
Power Shuttle Transmission - Reverse 1st
3.70 mph (5.95 kph)
Service Refill
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Service Refill specifications
Cooling System - A/C
4.20 gal (15.90 l)
Cooling System - High-Ambient
4.40 gal (16.65 l)
Engine Oil - With Filter
2.00 gal (7.57 l)
Front Axle (4WD)
2.00 gal (7.57 l)
Front Axle - Planetaries
0.20 gal (0.76 l)
Fuel Tank
34.00 gal (128.69 l)
Hydraulic System
21.00 gal (79.49 l)
Hydraulic Tank
10.00 gal (37.85 l)
Rear Axle
6.40 gal (24.22 l)
Transmission - Torque Converter - Power Shuttle - 2WD
4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Standards
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Standards specifications
Cab - ROPS
SAE J397/SAE J1040 May 1994/ISO 3741 1994
Cab - Sound
ANSI/SAE J1166 Oct 98 is 78.5 dB(A)
Exterior Sound
SAE J88 April 95 is 73.0 dB(A)
Front Axle (2WD) - Static
30,319.00 lbs (13,752.48 kg)
Front Axle (4WD) - Static
27,029.00 lbs (12,260.16 kg)
Rear Axle - Static
61,233.00 lbs (27,774.86 kg)
Tires
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Tires specifications
Rear Tires Size
12.5/80x1810PR / 19.5x2410PR
Transmission
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed
21.00 mph (33.80 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse
21.00 mph (33.80 kph)
Number of Forward Gears
4
Number of Reverse Gears
4
Transmission Type
power shuttle
Weights
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Weights specifications
Counterweights - Option 1
320.00 lbs (145.15 kg)
Operating Weight - Maximum
21,605.00 lbs (9,799.88 kg)
Operating Weight - Nominal
16,217.00 lbs (7,355.92 kg)
