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 municipal job sites. It combines a front loader bucket with a rear backhoe attachment, providing versatility in a single machine. The 430D is part of Caterpillar's backhoe loader lineup and is commonly used for excavation, site preparation, roadwork, landscaping, and general earthmoving tasks. Typical features include a diesel engine, four-wheel drive on many configurations, hydraulic controls, and an enclosed operator station. The model is recognized for its balance of maneuverability, lifting capability, and multi-purpose performance.
General Specifications
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader General Specifications specifications
4th Gear Fwd
20.90 mph (33.64 kph) - Starting 2004
Breakout Force
10,269.00 lbs (4,657.95 kg) - Starting 2004
Digging Depth
19.90 ft (6.07 m) - Starting 2004
Lift Capacity
6,391.00 lbs (2,898.91 kg) - Starting 2004
Loading Height
22.00 ft (6.71 m) - Starting 2004
Operating Weight
15,772.00 lbs (7,154.07 kg) - Starting 2004
SAE Net
94.00 hp (70.10 kw) - Starting 2004
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)
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)
Backhoe
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Backhoe specifications
Bucket Dig Force - Ext
14,602.00 lbs (6,623.36 kg)
Bucket Dig Force - Standard
14,732.00 lbs (6,682.33 kg)
Bucket Dig Force - Std
14,732.00 lbs (6,682.33 kg)
Bucket Rotation
205 degrees
Dig Depth - Ext
19.95 ft (6.08 m)
Dig Depth - Standard
15.30 ft (4.66 m)
Dig Depth - Std
15.22 ft (4.64 m)
E-Stick Extended (1)
19.93 ft (6.07 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)
20.25 ft (6.17 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 - Ext
15.03 ft (4.58 m)
Load Height - Std
12.61 ft (3.84 m)
Loading Height - Standard
12.58 ft (3.83 m)
Loading Reach - Standard
6.00 ft (1.83 m)
Reach At Load Height - Ext
10.10 ft (3.08 m)
Reach At Load Height - Std
5.99 ft (1.83 m)
Reach From Swing Pivot - Standard
19.58 ft (5.97 m)
Reach From Swivel - Ext
27.54 ft (8.39 m)
Reach From Swivel - Std
23.17 ft (7.06 m)
Stick Dig Force - Standard
9,448.00 lbs (4,285.55 kg)
Stick Lift At 2440 Mm (8 Ft) - Standard
14,821.00 lbs (6,722.70 kg)
Dimensions
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
0.98 ft (0.30 m)
Height To Top Of Suspended Cab
9.09 ft (2.77 m)
Transport Height
12.37 ft (3.77 m)
Transport Length
24.07 ft (7.34 m)
Transport Width
7.72 ft (2.35 m)
Wheelbase
6.89 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 Make
2236
Engine Model
3054T
Engine Model - Standard
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 (Optional) - Din 70020
98 PS
Net Power (Optional) - Eec 80/1269
94.00 hp (70.10 kw)
Net Power (Optional) - Iso 1585
94.00 hp (70.10 kw)
Net Power (Optional) - Iso 9249
94.00 hp (70.10 kw)
Net Power (Optional) - Sae J1349
93.00 hp (69.35 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
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Hydraulic specifications
Pump Flow Capacity
43.10 gpm (163.13 lpm)
Pump Type
LSPC, closed center
Relief Valve Pressure
3300.2 psi
Hydraulic System
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Hydraulic System specifications
2wd Cylinder - Bore
2.80 in (7.11 cm)
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 Type
Variable flow, axial piston
Rod Diameter (1)
1.80 in (4.57 cm)
Rod Diameter (2)
1.50 in (3.81 cm)
Steering Type
Front wheel
Stroke (1)
8.80 in (22.35 cm)
Stroke (2)
8.30 in (21.08 cm)
System Pressure
3300 psi
Loader
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Breakout Force
10,273.77 lbs (4,660.11 kg)
Bucket Breakout Force - Single Tilt
10,269.00 lbs (4,657.95 kg)
Bucket Capacity
1.31 cu yd
Bucket Capacity - General Purpose
1.31 cu yd
Bucket Width
94.73 in (240.61 cm)
Bucket Width - General Purpose
95 ft
Clearance At Max Dump Height
8.45 ft (2.58 m)
Dig Depth
5.32 in (13.51 cm)
Dig Depth - Single Tilt
6.50 in (16.51 cm)
Dump Height At Maximum Angle - Single Tilt
8.58 ft (2.62 m)
Dump Reach At Maximum Angle - Single Tilt
2.67 ft (0.81 m)
Lift Capacity At Full Height
6,389.00 lbs (2,898.01 kg)
Lift Capacity At Full Height - Single Tilt
6,391.00 lbs (2,898.91 kg)
Reach At Max Dump Height
2.64 ft (0.80 m)
Operating Specifications - Backhoe
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Operating Specifications - Backhoe specifications
Turning Circle - Outside - Front Wheels
26.80 ft (8.17 m)
Turning Circle - Outside, Widest Loading Bucket
35.50 ft (10.82 m)
Operational
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Operational specifications
Fuel Capacity
33.90 gal (128.31 l)
Operating Weight 4wd
16,215.00 lbs (7,355.01 kg)
Rear Tires Size 2wd/4wd
12.5/80x18,10PR / 19.5x24,10PR
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd
11Lx16,12PR / 12.5/80x18,10PR
Turning Radius
17.80 ft (5.43 m)
Power Train
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Power Train specifications
Auto-Shift - Optional - Forward 1st
3.60 mph (5.79 kph)
Auto-Shift - Optional - Reverse 1st
3.60 mph (5.79 kph)
Forward - 2nd (1)
6.00 mph (9.66 kph)
Forward - 2nd (2)
5.80 mph (9.33 kph)
Forward - 3rd (1)
12.30 mph (19.79 kph)
Forward - 3rd (2)
7.60 mph (12.23 kph)
Forward - 4th (1)
20.90 mph (33.64 kph)
Forward - 4th (2)
11.80 mph (18.99 kph)
Forward - 5th
19.80 mph (31.86 kph)
Power Shuttle Transmission - Forward 1st
3.70 mph (5.95 kph)
Power Shuttle Transmission - Reverse 1st
3.70 mph (5.95 kph)
Reverse - 2nd (1)
6.00 mph (9.66 kph)
Reverse - 2nd (2)
7.60 mph (12.23 kph)
Reverse - 3rd (1)
12.30 mph (19.79 kph)
Reverse - 3rd (2)
14.30 mph (23.01 kph)
Reverse - 4th
20.90 mph (33.64 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 - Auto-Shift - 2wd
4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Transmission - Auto-Shift - Awd
4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Transmission - Torque Converter - Power Shuttle - 2wd
4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Standards
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Standards specifications
Brakes
SAE J1473 October 1990/ISO 3450 1996
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)
Transmission
Caterpillar 430D Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward
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)
