Caterpillar 450F Backhoe Loader Specs

Category: Backhoe Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 450F ➔

The Caterpillar 450F is a backhoe loader designed for construction, utility, and site preparation work. It combines a front loader bucket with a rear backhoe attachment, allowing digging, trenching, loading, and material handling in one machine. The 450F is part of Caterpillar's F Series backhoe loader lineup and is commonly used on job sites that require versatility and maneuverability. Typical applications include excavation, roadwork, landscaping, and general earthmoving. As a wheeled machine, it is suited to urban and confined work areas where mobility and quick repositioning are important. The Caterpillar 450F supports multi-purpose operation across varied jobsite conditions.

General Specifications

Caterpillar 450F Backhoe Loader General Specifications specifications
Backhoe Loading Height ft. (m)	14.6 (4.5) — Starting 2016 Model Year
Loader Breakout Force lbs. (kg)	11,375 (5,160) — Starting 2016 Model Year
Loader Lift Capacity lbs. (kg)	3,938 (1,786) — Starting 2016 Model Year
Loader SAE hp (kW)	127 (95) — Starting 2016 Model Year
Max Digging Depth ft. (m)	17.3 (5.2) — Starting 2016 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	24,141 (10,950) — Starting 2016 Model Year
Travel Speed 4th Gear Fwd MPH (kmh)	25 (40) — Starting 2016 Model Year

Backhoe

Caterpillar 450F Backhoe Loader Backhoe specifications
Dig Depth	17.30 ft (5.27 m)
Load Height	14.60 ft (4.45 m)

Engine

Caterpillar 450F Backhoe Loader Engine specifications
Net Power	127.00 hp (94.71 kw)

Loader

Caterpillar 450F Backhoe Loader Loader specifications
Lift Capacity	7,871.00 lbs (3,570.23 kg)

Operating Specifications

Caterpillar 450F Backhoe Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Operating Weight	24,141.00 lbs (10,950.19 kg)

Transmission

Caterpillar 450F Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed	26.00 mph (41.84 kph)

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