# 2008 Caterpillar 420E for Sale in Denver, Co **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** Auction pricing - **Listing ID:** 89268303 - **Year:** 2008 - **Manufacturer:** Caterpillar - **Model:** 420E - **Category:** Backhoe Loaders - **Hours:** 4971 - **Serial number:** CAT0420ETHLS08236 - **Location:** Denver, Co - **Auction starts:** 2026-10-21 ## Description Enclosed Cab, Air Conditioner, Backhoe Pilot Controls, 95 in Loader Bucket, Rear Hydraulic Quick Coupler, 22 in Backhoe Digging Bucket, Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics Closing Time: 2026-10-21 04:00:00 PM ## Manufacturer specifications ### Backhoe - **Bucket Dig Force - Ext:** 13863 lbs (6288.16 kg) - **Bucket Dig Force - Std:** 13875 lbs (6293.6 kg) - **Dig Depth - Ext:** 17.92 ft (5.46 m) - **Dig Depth - Std:** 14.34 ft (4.37 m) - **Load At Max Lift - Ext:** 2288 lbs (1037.82 kg) - **Load At Max Lift - Std:** 3511 lbs (1592.56 kg) - **Load Height - Ext:** 13.59 ft (4.14 m) - **Load Height - Std:** 11.92 ft (3.63 m) - **Reach At Load Height - Ext:** 9.09 ft (2.77 m) - **Reach At Load Height - Std:** 5.84 ft (1.78 m) - **Reach From Swivel - Ext:** 21.84 ft (6.66 m) - **Reach From Swivel - Std:** 18.42 ft (5.61 m) ### Dimensions - **Ground Clearance:** 1.05 ft (0.32 m) - **Height:** 10.5833 ft (3.23 m) - **Height To Top Of Suspended Cab:** 9.25 ft (2.82 m) - **Length:** 26.3333 ft (8.03 m) - **Transport Height:** 11.75 ft (3.58 m) - **Transport Length:** 24.1 ft (7.35 m) - **Transport Width:** 8 ft (2.44 m) - **Weight:** 1800 lbs (816.47 kg) - **Wheelbase:** 7.25 ft (2.21 m) - **Width:** 8 ft (2.44 m) ### Engine - **Displacement:** 268 cu in (4391.74 cu cm) - **Engine Make:** 2236 - **Engine Model:** C4.4 DIT - **Gross Power:** 101 hp (75.32 kw) - **Net Max Torque:** 301 lbs ft (408.1 nm) - **Net Power:** 93 hp (69.35 kw) - **Net Torque Rise:** 36 % - **Power Measured @:** 2200 rpm - **Torque Measured @:** 1400 rpm ### General Specifications - **4th Gear Fwd (since 2006):** 24.9 mph (40.07 kph) - **4TH GEAR FWD (since 2010):** 25 mph (40.23 kph) - **BACKHOE LOADING HEIGHT (since 2009):** 13.6 ft (4.15 m) - **Backhoe Loading Height (since 2011):** 11.9 ft (3.63 m) - **Breakout Force (since 2006):** 12,250 lbs (5556.51 kg) - **Breakout Force (since 2007):** 10,076 lbs (4570.4 kg) - **BREAKOUT FORCE (since 2010):** 10,242 lbs (4645.7 kg) - **Digging Depth (since 2006):** 17.9 ft (5.46 m) - **DIGGING DEPTH (since 2010):** 17.9 ft (5.46 m) - **Lift Capacity (since 2006):** 7,046 lbs (3196.02 kg) - **Lift Capacity (since 2007):** 6,340 lbs (2875.78 kg) - **LIFT CAPACITY (since 2010):** 6.457 lbs (2.93 kg) - **LOADER BREAKOUT FORCE (since 2009):** 10,242 lbs (4645.7 kg) - **Loader Breakout Force (since 2011):** 10,076 lbs (4570.4 kg) - **LOADER LIFT CAPACITY (since 2009):** 6,457 lbs (2928.85 kg) - **Loader Lift Capacity (since 2011):** 6,340 lbs (2875.78 kg) - **LOADER SAE (since 2009):** 101 hp (75.32 kw) - **Loader SAE (since 2011):** 93 hp (69.35 kw) - **Loading Height (since 2006):** 13.6 ft (4.15 m) - **LOADING HEIGHT (since 2010):** 13.6 ft (4.15 m) - **MAX DIGGING DEPTH (since 2009):** 17.9 ft (5.46 m) - **Max Digging Depth (since 2011):** 14.3 ft (4.36 m) - **Operating Weight (since 2006):** 15,474 lbs (7018.9 kg) - **Operating Weight (since 2007):** 23,568 lbs (10690.28 kg) - **OPERATING WEIGHT (since 2009):** 15,474 lbs (7018.9 kg) - **SAE (since 2010):** 101 hp (75.32 kw) - **SAE Net (since 2006):** 89 hp (66.37 kw) - **TRAVEL SPEED 4TH GEAR FWD (since 2009):** 24.9 mph (40.07 kph) - **Travel Speed 4th Gear Fwd (since 2011):** 25 mph (40.23 kph) - **WEIGHT (since 2010):** 15,474 lbs (7018.9 kg) ### Hydraulic - **Pump Flow Capacity:** 43 gpm (162.76 lpm) - **Pump Type:** variable-flow, axial piston - **Relief Valve Pressure:** 3611 psi ### Loader - **Bucket Breakout Force:** 10242 lbs (4645.7 kg) - **Bucket Capacity:** 1.25 cu yd - **Bucket Width:** 7.42 in (18.85 cm) - **Clearance At Max Dump Height:** 8.42 ft (2.57 m) - **Dig Depth:** 4 in (10.16 cm) - **Lift Capacity At Full Height:** 6457 lbs (2928.85 kg) - **Reach At Max Dump Height:** 2.84 ft (0.87 m) ### Operational - **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 4.4 gal (16.65 l) - **Front Axle Fluid Capacity:** 2.9 gal (10.98 l) - **Fuel Capacity:** 38 gal (143.83 l) - **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 20.9 gal (79.11 l) - **Max Weight:** 24250.9 lbs (11000.04 kg) - **Oil System Fluid Capacity:** 2 gal (7.57 l) - **Operating Voltage:** 12 V - **Operating Weight 4wd:** 16115.8 lbs (7310.01 kg) - **Rear Axle Fluid Capacity:** 4.4 gal (16.65 l) - **Rear Tires Size 2wd/4wd:** 19.5L-24 (12 ply) R4 ATU/ 19.5L-24 (12 ply) IT 525 - **Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd:** 11L-16 F-3/12.5/80-18 (10ply) 1-3 Super Traction - **Transmission Fluid Capacity:** 5 gal (18.93 l) - **Turning Radius:** 17.8 ft (5.43 m) ### Transmission - **Max Speed - Forward:** 24.9 mph (40.07 kph) - **Max Speed Reverse:** 24.9 mph (40.07 kph) - **Number Of Forward Gears:** 4 - **Number Of Reverse Gears:** 4 ## About this model The Caterpillar 420E 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 420E is part of Caterpillar's E-series backhoe loader line and is commonly used for excavation, site preparation, roadwork, landscaping, and general earthmoving tasks. Typical features include a diesel engine, four-wheel drive options, hydraulic controls, and operator-focused cab configurations. The Caterpillar 420E is recognized for its multi-purpose design, serviceability, and compatibility with a range of worksite attachments. ## Photos ![2008 Caterpillar 420E](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/a94170a3-fc4a-41a5-b4a6-5dc8c7f0d6c4-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 2](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/6962a2c3-4cef-4d13-b96d-4df7d0b02e3e-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 3](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/46a1a46c-4081-42b8-aaf9-bcc1e7c54801-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 4](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/8c1b0cfd-eae9-40c2-9b9b-b976a772a6b4-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 5](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/4083d294-d785-4f20-abe8-9cab12ff95c1-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 6](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/b1dd2a9a-8f93-43bf-a7f5-b0cd43de9c57-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 7](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/d9b4a20e-59e3-44ca-b445-edf47507f3ad-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 8](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/8b67acc2-7fb0-4336-a811-ba2eff5ef9d3-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 9](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/0d06ed95-9b5b-43c5-9341-9e2b0a0f6b95-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 10](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/63d519da-c210-4e9e-89bb-382036082165-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 11](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/7b611d4e-ac94-40ad-b081-4be56c352c1d-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 12](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/422615b6-20c6-4ae1-96d9-0404d7b3a73c-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 13](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/3d68dee1-267b-487a-b9d2-9365db8ed48b-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 14](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/69a818c4-04f3-4427-b80e-530a8311c3f8-hr.jpg) ![2008 Caterpillar 420E photo 15](https://www-ironplanet.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/i/23054/634/c205afc0-9db8-4b65-8b59-8ce61e5b8dd5-hr.jpg)