Caterpillar 420F Backhoe Loaders
Caterpillar 420F
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sold in last yearGeneral overview
Caterpillar 420F is a backhoe loader designed for general construction work that combines digging and loading functions in one machine. It is powered by a Cat® C4.4 ACERT™ engine rated at 69 kW (94 hp) and has an operating weight of 6,983 kg (15,390 lb). The machine uses a power shuttle transmission and is built around a standard backhoe-loader layout for work that requires both excavation and material handling.
Key working specifications include a digging depth of 4.36 m (14 ft 4 in), a loader bucket capacity of 0.96 m³ (1.3 cu yd), and a backhoe bucket capacity of 0.18 m³ (0.2 cu yd). The hydraulic system uses closed-center plumbing, with pilot-operated hydraulic controls for the backhoe and joystick controls for the loader. Maximum bucket rotation is 205°, and the machine has a 180° swing arc.
Year
2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Width
Height
Length
Weight
2,322 mm
~91.4 in
3,577 mm
~140.8 in
7,169 mm
~282.2 in
6,983 kg
~15,394.9 lb
Engine Power
94 hp
Capacity Bucket (loader)
0.963 cu(m)
Capacity Bucket (backhoe)
0.18 cu(m)
Operating Weights with Full Fuel Tank, Standard Equipment
6,983 kg
Digging Depth (SAE)
4.36 m
Additional specifications
Emission standard level
U.S. EPA Tier 2/EU Stage II
Displacement
268 cu(in)
Tires front
11L-16 (12 ply) F-3
Transmission type
Power shuttle
Fuel tank
165 L
Cooling system
22 L
Wheelbase
2.2 m
Tires rear
19.5L-24 (12 ply) R4 ATU
Ground clearance with standard tires
0.32 m
Battery Voltage
12
Operating Weight
6,983 kg
Bucket Width
2,262 mm
Engine Model
Cat® C4.4 ACERT™
Engine Oil
8.8 L
Power - Net
94 hp
Net Power (ISO 9249)
94 hp
Alternator Rating
90 amps
Bucket Weight
451 kg
Bucket Weight (Multipurpose)
Hydraulic System
95 L
Cab Height
2.81 m
Swing Arc
180 deg
Pump flow backhoe
163 L/min
System Relief Pressure backhoe
25,000 kPa
System Relief Pressure loader
25,000 kPa
Controls backhoe
Pilot-operated hydraulic controls
Controls loader
Joystick
Lights
4 front, 4 rear
Loading Height, Truck Loading Position
3.64 m
Reach From Center of Swing Pivot
5.61 m
Digging Depth (SAE maximum)
4.36 m
Stabilizer Spread, Operating
3.31 m
Bucket Rotation
205 deg
Bucket Dump Angle, Maximum
44 deg
Rollback Angle at Ground Level
37 deg
Height to Bucket Hinge Pin, Maximum
3.47 m
Reach at Full Height, Bucket at 45 deg.
808 mm
Main Pump Type
Closed Center
Rated Operating Capacity
3,600 kg
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Caterpillar 420F Backhoe Loader
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6983 kg
7169 mm × 2322 mm × 3577 mm
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What is the average price of a Caterpillar 420F?
No confirmed market price is supplied for the Caterpillar 420F. Check current listings and compare machine condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the Caterpillar 420F?
Listed capabilities include 70.1 kW (94 hp) net power, 4.36 m (14.3 ft) SAE digging depth, a 0.96 m³ (1.26 cu yd) loader bucket, and pilot-operated hydraulic backhoe controls. It also has a Power shuttle transmission and 180° swing arc.
What type of engine does the 420F use?
The 420F uses a Cat® C4.4 ACERT™ engine. The supplied specification lists 268 cu in displacement and U.S. EPA Tier 2/EU Stage II emissions.
How much horsepower does the 420F have?
The Caterpillar 420F is rated at 70.1 kW (94 hp) net power, including under ISO 9249.
What fuel does the Caterpillar 420F use?
The supplied data does not confirm the fuel type. It lists a 165 L (43.6 US gal) fuel tank.
What jobs is this Backhoe Loaders best suited for?
The listed digging, loading, and hydraulic specifications indicate suitability for work requiring excavation and material loading. Relevant figures include 4.36 m (14.3 ft) SAE digging depth, 3.64 m (11.94 ft) truck-loading height, and a 0.96 m³ (1.26 cu yd) loader bucket.
What is the expected lifespan of the 420F?
No expected service-life figure is supplied for the 420F. Lifespan depends on maintenance, operating conditions, usage history, and the condition of the engine, hydraulics, transmission, and structure.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Backhoe Loaders?
Inspect the engine, hydraulic system, backhoe and loader controls, Power shuttle transmission, tires, buckets, stabilizers, and structural components. Check for fluid leaks, wear, damage, maintenance records, and proper operation of the electrical system and lights.
