The Caterpillar 450E is a backhoe loader designed for excavation, loading, trenching, and material handling in construction, utility, and municipal applications. It combines a front loader bucket with a rear backhoe attachment, providing versatility for digging, lifting, and site preparation. The 450E is part of Caterpillar's backhoe loader lineup and is typically used on job sites that require a single machine for multiple tasks. Features commonly associated with this class include hydraulic controls, four-wheel drive options, and operator-focused cab design. The Caterpillar 450E is recognized for general-purpose earthmoving and utility work.
| 4TH GEAR FWD MPH (KMH) | 25 (40)
Starting 2010 Model Year |
| 4th Gear Fwd mph (kmh) | 25.0 (40.3)
Starting 2007 Model Year |
| Backhoe Loading Height ft. (m) | 14.6 (4.5)
Starting 2011 Model Year |
| BACKHOE LOADING HEIGHT FT. (M) | 17.0 (5.2)
Starting 2009 Model Year |
| Breakout Force lbs (kgs) | 12,661 (5,743)
Starting 2007 Model Year |
| Digging Depth ft (m) | 21.3 (6.5)
Starting 2007 Model Year |
| Lift Capacity lbs (kgs) | 8,439 (3,828)
Starting 2007 Model Year |
| LOADER BREAKOUT FORCE LBS. (KG) | 11,375 (5,160)
Starting 2009 Model Year |
| Loader Lift Capacity lbs. (kg) | 11,375 (5,160)
Starting 2012 Model Year |
| LOADER LIFT CAPACITY LBS. (KG) | 7,871 (3,570)
Starting 2009 Model Year |
| Loader SAE HP (kw) | 124 (92.5)
Starting 2011 Model Year |
| LOADER SAE HP (KW) | 137 (102)
Starting 2009 Model Year |
| Loading Height ft (m) | 16.6 (5.1)
Starting 2007 Model Year |
| LOADING HEIGHT FT. (M) | 17.0 (5.2)
Starting 2010 Model Year |
| Max Digging Depth ft. (m) | 17.3 (5.3)
Starting 2011 Model Year |
| MAX DIGGING DEPTH FT. (M) | 21.3 (6.5)
Starting 2009 Model Year |
| Operating Weight lbs (kg) | 25,357 (11,502)
Starting 2007 Model Year |
| SAE HP (KW) | 137 (102)
Starting 2010 Model Year |
| SAE Net hp (kw) | 124 (92.5)
Starting 2007 Model Year |
| Travel Speed 4th Gear Fwd MPH (kmh) | 25 (40.0)
Starting 2011 Model Year |
| TRAVEL SPEED 4TH GEAR FWD MPH (KMH) | 24.9 (40.1)
Starting 2009 Model Year |
| Weight lbs (kg) | 24,141 (10.950)
Starting 2010 Model Year |
| Bucket Dig Force | 17,746.00 lbs (8,049.46 kg)
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| Bucket Dig Force - Extended | 17,746.00 lbs (8,049.46 kg)
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| Bucket Rotation | 198 degrees
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| Dig Depth | 17.30 ft (5.27 m)
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| Dig Depth - Extended | 21.30 ft (6.49 m)
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| E-Stick Extended (1) | 21.30 ft (6.49 m)
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| E-Stick Extended (2) | 25.80 ft (7.86 m)
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| E-Stick Extended (3) | 17,746.00 lbs (8,049.46 kg)
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| E-Stick Extended (4) | 9,009.00 lbs (4,086.42 kg)
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| E-Stick Extended (5) | 4,514.00 lbs (2,047.52 kg)
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| E-Stick Retracted (1) | 17.20 ft (5.24 m)
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| E-Stick Retracted (2) | 22.00 ft (6.71 m)
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| E-Stick Retracted (3) | 17,746.00 lbs (8,049.46 kg)
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| E-Stick Retracted (4) | 11,939.00 lbs (5,415.45 kg)
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| E-Stick Retracted (5) | 8,084.00 lbs (3,666.85 kg)
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| Load Height | 14.60 ft (4.45 m)
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| Load Height - Extended | 17.00 ft (5.18 m)
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| Loading Height | 14.60 ft (4.45 m)
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| Loading Reach | 6.90 ft (2.10 m)
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| Reach at Load Height - Extended | 10.20 ft (3.11 m)
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| Reach from Swing Pivot | 22.00 ft (6.71 m)
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| Reach From Swivel | 22.00 ft (6.71 m)
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| Reach From Swivel - Extended | 25.90 ft (7.89 m)
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| Stick Dig Force | 11,780.00 lbs (5,343.32 kg)
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| Stick Lift at 2440 mm (8 ft) | 8,401.00 lbs (3,810.63 kg)
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| Bucket Breakout Force | 11,375.00 lbs (5,159.62 kg)
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| Bucket Breakout Force - Single Tilt | 11,375.00 lbs (5,159.62 kg)
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| Bucket Capacity | 1.80 cu yd (1.38 cu m)
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| Bucket Capacity - General Purpose | 1.80 cu yd (1.38 cu m)
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| Bucket Width | 96.00 in (243.84 cm)
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| Bucket Width - General Purpose | 8.00 ft (2.44 m)
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| Clearance at Max Dump Height | 8.70 ft (2.65 m)
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| Dig Depth | 6.00 in (15.24 cm)
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| Dig Depth - Single Tilt | 6.00 in (15.24 cm)
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| Dump Height at Maximum Angle - Single Tilt | 8.70 ft (2.65 m)
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| Dump Reach at Maximum Angle - Single Tilt | 2.70 ft (0.82 m)
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| Lift Capacity | 5,860.00 lbs (2,658.05 kg)
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| Lift Capacity at Full Height - Single Tilt | 7,871.00 lbs (3,570.23 kg)
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| Reach at Max Dump Height | 2.70 ft (0.82 m)
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| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 6.80 gal (25.74 l)
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| Front Axle Fluid Capacity | 2.90 gal (10.98 l)
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| Fuel Capacity | 38.40 gal (145.34 l)
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| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 26.50 gal (100.30 l)
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| Max Weight | 27,115.00 lbs (12,299.17 kg)
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| Oil System Fluid Capacity | 2.20 gal (8.33 l)
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| Operating Voltage | 12 volts
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| Operating Weight 4wd | 24,141.00 lbs (10,950.19 kg)
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| Rear Axle Fluid Capacity | 5.00 gal (18.93 l)
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| Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd | 15-19.5 12PR
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| Transmission Fluid Capacity | 5.60 gal (21.20 l)
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| Turning Circle - Outside - Front Wheels | 27.40 ft (8.35 m)
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| Turning Circle - Outside, Widest Loading Bucket | 36.60 ft (11.16 m)
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| Turning Radius | 26.60 ft (8.11 m)
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