Caterpillar 446 Backhoe Loader Specs

Category: Backhoe Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 446 ➔

The Caterpillar 446 Backhoe Loader is a powerful and versatile machine designed for efficient digging and loading operations. With impressive backhoe dig depth and reach capabilities, as well as a robust loader bucket capacity and breakout force, this backhoe loader is ideal for various construction and excavation tasks. Equipped with a turbocharged engine and advanced hydraulic system, the Caterpillar 446 ensures reliable performance and productivity on the job site. Explore its specifications and features below to see how it can meet your construction needs.

Backhoe

Caterpillar 446 Backhoe Loader Backhoe specifications
Bucket Dig Force	13,573.00 lbs (6,156.62 kg)
Bucket Dig Force - Extended	13,523.00 lbs (6,133.94 kg)
Dig Depth	17.20 ft (5.24 m)
Dig Depth - Extended	21.50 ft (6.55 m)
Load Height - Extended	16.10 ft (4.91 m)
Reach at Load Height - Extended	10.70 ft (3.26 m)
Reach From Swivel	21.70 ft (6.61 m)
Reach From Swivel - Extended	25.90 ft (7.89 m)

Dimensions

Caterpillar 446 Backhoe Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.10 ft (0.34 m)
Height to Top of Suspended Cab	9.40 ft (2.87 m)
Transport Length	26.10 ft (7.96 m)
Transport Width	8.00 ft (2.44 m)
Wheelbase	7.40 ft (2.26 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 446 Backhoe Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	turbocharged
Displacement	268.60 cu in (4,401.58 cu cm)
Engine Model	3114
Gross Power	103.00 hp (76.81 kw)
Net Power	95.00 hp (70.84 kw)
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2200 rpm

Hydraulic System

Caterpillar 446 Backhoe Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow Capacity	42.80 gpm (162.00 lpm)
Pump Type	Variable-flow
Relief Valve Pressure	2900 psi

Loader

Caterpillar 446 Backhoe Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Breakout Force	12,004.80 lbs (5,445.29 kg)
Bucket Capacity	1.50 cu yd (1.15 cu m)
Bucket Width	95.80 in (243.33 cm)
Clearance at Max Dump Height	8.90 ft (2.71 m)
Dig Depth	6.40 in (16.26 cm)
Reach at Max Dump Height	2.90 ft (0.88 m)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 446 Backhoe Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	55 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	8.00 gal (30.28 l)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	2.50 gal (9.46 l)
Fuel Capacity	33.10 gal (125.28 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	40.70 gal (154.05 l)
Oil System Fluid Capacity	3.00 gal (11.36 l)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operating Weight 2wd	19,603.60 lbs (8,892.05 kg)
Operating Weight 4wd	20,035.70 lbs (9,088.05 kg)
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity	8.20 gal (31.04 l)
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd	14.5/75-16.1 10PR / 12.5-20 10PR
Transmission Fluid Capacity	6.90 gal (26.12 l)
Turning Radius	13.80 ft (4.21 m)

Tires

Caterpillar 446 Backhoe Loader Tires specifications
Rear Tires Size	21L-24 12PR / 21L-24 12PR

Transmission

Caterpillar 446 Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed	20.60 mph (33.15 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	22.70 mph (36.53 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	Powershift

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