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420 XE Backhoe Loader

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Ergonomic Operator Station

Adjustable Seat Mounted Controls improve ergonomics by increasing operator comfort and legroom. Operators have Loader and Backhoe Controls in the palm of their hands, whether they are facing the Loader, the Backhoe, or sitting off set for better visibility. The new Spring Applied Hydraulically Relea...

Load Sensing Hydraulics

The Cat Backhoe Loader’s load sensing piston pump provides full hydraulic lifting and digging forces at any engine speed. Variable flow pump matches hydraulic power to work demands.

Machine Performance

The Cat C3.6 engine delivers solid performance and meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final/EU Stage V emission standards by utilizing Selective Catalytic Reduction technology with a Diesel Oxidation Catalyst. The system allows the operator to disconnect the machine, even while the diesel exhaust fluid is being ...

Machine Versatility

The all new Integrated Tool Carrier (IT Coupler) for Single Tilt Loader Arm configurations are available from the factory or for simple field installation. The Cat Backhoe Loader with Integrated Tool Carrier (IT Coupler) will be the most versatile machine on the job site providing quick connection t...

Cat Attachments

A large portfolio of Backhoe Loader Attachments, including but not limited to, Quick Couplers, Thumbs, assorted Buckets, and Brooms are available from the factory or for field installation. Cat Backhoe Loaders will be “Dirt Ready” upon delivery.

Powershift Transmission

A Four Speed Powershift Transmission is standard to make shifting gears smooth and as simple as twisting the Powershuttle Lever.

Lift Performance

The redesigned boom cylinder increases lift performance by 15%.

Sustainability

The Cat® C3.6 engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage V emission standards.
Save fuel and reduce your greenhouse gas emissions with efficiency features such as operator control modes (420 XE/440/450/432/444 models only) selectable through the display and with fuel management modes.

Transmission

Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 2nd: 5.8mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Reverse - 3rd: 17mile/h
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Reverse - 2nd: 7.7mile/h
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 3rd: 12mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 5th LTC: 18mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 6th LTC*: 25mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 2nd: 5.8mile/h
Note (1): Travel speeds of two wheel drive backhoe loader at full throttle, when equipped with 500/70-24 rear tires.
Note (2): *Limited by engine speed to 40 km/h (25 mph).
Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward -1st: 3.7mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 5th: 17mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 4th: 12mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 6th: 25mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Reverse - 2nd: 7.7mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 3rd: 8mile/h
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 4th: 25mile/h
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 2nd: 5.8mile/h
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Reverse - 3rd: 17mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 6th: 25mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 3rd: 8mile/h
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Reverse - 1st: 3.7mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 1st: 3.7mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Reverse - 3rd: 17mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Reverse - 1st: 3.7mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Reverse - 2nd: 7.7mile/h
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 1st: 3.7mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 5th: 17mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Reverse - 1st: 3.7mile/h
Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 4th: 12mile/h

Backhoe

Dig Depth - Standard: 14ft

Weights

Operating Weight (estimated): 17271lb
All-Wheel Drive: STD
Loader QC: 540lb
Counterweights, base: 256lb
Counterweights, base - Maximum: 1014lb
Extendible Stick (excludes ft. counterweight): 595lb
Power-Shift Transmission: STD
MP Bucket (0.96 m3/1.25 yd3) - Without Fold-Over Forks: 1642lb
Operating Weight - Maximum - ROPS Capacity: 24251lb
MP Bucket (0.96 m3/1.25 yd3) - With Fold-Over Forks: 2017lb
Note: Machine configuration: standard stick hoe, OROPS canopy, AWD power shift transmission, 0.96 m³ (1.25 yd³) GP (General Purpose) loader bucket, 610 mm (24 in) standard duty hoe bucket, front 340/80-18 and rear 500/70-24 tires, 240 kg (530 lb) counterweight,
Air Conditioning: 99lb
Ride Control: 33lb
Cab - ROPS/FOPS: 320lb
Operating Weight - Maximum: 24251lb
Counterweights, base - Stackable, one: 529lb

Engine

Net Peak Power Rating @ 1,800 rpm - SAE J1349: 105hp
Dimensions - Stroke: 4.72in
Dimensions - Bore: 3.86in
Net Peak Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 9249: 105hp
Emissions: Engine meets Tier 4 Final/Stage V emission standards.
Net Torque Rise - 1,400 rpm - SAE J1349: 322ft-lb
Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349: 92hp
Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power ISO 14396: 100hp
Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power SAE J1995: 102hp
Net Torque Rise - 1,400 rpm - SAE J1349: 47%
Power Rating Conditions - No De-Rating Required Up To: 10000ft
Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249: 91hp
Displacement: 220in³
Engine Model: C3.6 74.5 kW (100 hp) Electronic Turbo Intercooled
Net Power - SAE J1349: 92HP
Net Power - SAE J1349: 92 HP (68 kW) / 103 HP (76 kW)

Service Refill Capacities

Front Axle (AWD): 2.9gal (US)
Front Axle (AWD) - Planetaries: 0.2gal (US)
Transmission - Power Shuttle - AWD: 4.8gal (US)
Transmission - Power Shift - AWD: 5gal (US)
Rear Axle - Planetaries: 0.4gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF): 5gal (US)
Rear Axle: 4.2gal (US)
Cooling System with Air Conditioning: 4.8gal (US)
Hydraulic System: 25.1gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank: 11.1gal (US)
Transmission - Power Shuttle - 2WD: 4.8gal (US)
Engine Oil - With Filter: 2.4gal (US)
Fuel Tank: 42.3gal (US)

Steering

Cylinder: One Double-Acting
Axle Oscillation: 11°
Stroke: 4.2in
Type: Front Wheel Steering
Rod Diameter: 1.6in
Power Steering: Hydrostatic
Turning Circle - (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Widest Loader Bucket: 35.25ft
Turning Circle - (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Front Wheels: 26.92ft
Bore: 2.6in

Hydraulic System

Type: Closed Center
System Pressure - Backhoe: 3626psi
Pump Capacity at 2,200 rpm: 49.4gal/min
System Pressure - Loader: 3626psi
Pump Type: Variable-flow, Axial Piston

Axle Ratings

Rear Axle - Static: 58422lb
Front Axle, AWD - Static: 51808lb
Front Axle, AWD - Dynamic: 19841lb
Rear Axle - Dynamic: 22046lb

Standard/Optional Features

Standard Equipment:

Standard Equipment
- Adjustable auxiliary controls, backhoe loader
- Air cleaner
- Alarm, back-up
- Audible system fault alarm
- Automatic Engine Speed Control (AESC)
- Battery, maintenance-free, 850 CCA
- Battery disconnect switch
- Boom transport lock
- Brace, lift cylinder
- Brake, parking, Spring Applied Hydraulically Released (SAHR)
- Brakes, hydraulically boosted, oil disc, dual pedals, interlocking
- Bucket level indicator
- Canopy, ROPS/FOPS
- Cat cushion swing system
- Coat restraint
- Coolant/antifreeze, extended life
- Dome light (cab only)
- Diagnostic port for engine, machine and gauge cluster Electronic Control Modules
- Differential lock, loader joystick
- Drink holders, two
- Engine, Cat C3.6 (Direct Injection Turbocharged), meets Tier 4 Final/Stage V emission standards, Selective Catalytic Reduction, Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC)
- Engine enclosure, sound suppression, removable side panels
- Face seals, O-ring
- Fan, suction and guard
- Fast reversing shuttle, all gears
- Fenders, rear
- Filters, spin-on: fuel, engine oil, transmission oil, water separator
- Filters, bowl and cartridge: hydraulic fluid
- Flashing hazards/signal lights
- Floor mat
- Four wheel drive
- Four wheel drive shaft guard
- Fuel tank, fully enclosed
- Fully hinged front grill for cooling package cleaning access
- Gauge cluster: coolant temperature, fuel level, torque converter temperature, DEF level
- Ground level fuel fill and DEF fill
- Halogen lights, working (2 front, 2 rear)
- High ambient cooling package
- Hood lock, inside cab
- Hydraulic Lock Out, loader, backhoe, auxiliary hydraulics
- Hydraulic hose, XT^™
- Hydraulic oil cooler
- Hydraulic oil level sight gauge
- Hydraulic valves, loader 2 function
- Hydraulic valves, backhoe 4 function
- Hydraulics, load sensing with variable displacement piston pump
- Indicator lights: wait to start, water in fuel, engine warning, warning lamp, emissions module malfunction, low battery/charging system warning, high hydraulic oil temperature: LCD warnings: engine oil pressure, machine locked, service due, air filter blocked, high coolant temperature, auto idle shutdown, high torque converter temperature, hydraulic filter bypass
- Instrument panel lights
- Key start/stop system
- LCD operator display with soft key controls: engine speed, hour meter, gear/direction, battery voltage, hydraulic oil temperature, torque converter temperature, coolant temperature, trip totals (fuel and hours), lifetime totals (fuel and hours), operator settings (units, brightness, programmable hoe auxiliary flow), service mode diagnostics, maintenance intervals, ECM/system info
- Loader, EH Parallel Lift
- Loader, Programmable Kick Out
- Loader, Programmable Return To Dig
- Loader, single tilt
- Mirror, interior, rearview
- One-touch low idle
- Open circuit breather
- Pattern changer, in cab
- Power receptacle, 12 volt, 2 internal, 1 external
- Power receptacle, 5 volt USB, 1 internal
- Power steering, hydrostatic
- Product Link^™, satellite, network manager
- Product Link, cellular, network manager
- Seat belt, retractable, 51 mm (2 in)
- Seat mounted joystick controls: backhoe and loader, EH operated, excavator style with pattern changer
- Socket, two roof
- Stabilizers, EH Control, Auto-UP
- Stabilizer shoes, street
- Steering knob
- Seat, air suspension, vinyl cover, with armrest
- Starting system, glow plugs
- Steering column, tilting, telescopic
- Storage compartment, lockable
- Storage tray
- Stop and tail lights
- Swing transport lock
- Tires
- Toolbox, external, lockable
- Torque converter
- Throttle, hand and foot, electronic
- Transmission, 4 speed, powershift
- Transmission neutralizer switch
- Transport tie-downs
- Vandalism locks, four
- Warning horn, electric

Optional Equipment:

Optional Equipment
- Auxiliary hydraulics, loader, adjustable flow
- Auxiliary hydraulics, rear, adjustable flow
- Battery, additional, 850 CCA
- Cab, deluxe
- Cold weather fuel (–30° C/–22° F)
- Cold weather package, including additional battery, engine block heater, radiator antifreeze, cold weather fuel (–30° C/–22° F) and mounting for an ether bottle
- Counterweights, 115 kg (255 lb), 240 kg (530 lb) or 460 kg (1,015 lb)
- Fenders, front with integral steps
- Guard, boom protection plate
- Guard, stabilizer, rock
- Hydraulic valves, loader with auxiliary roller thumb control (3rd valve for MP or Quick Coupler)
- Hydraulic valves, backhoe (5th and 6th function)
- Hydraulic lines, combined function auxiliary
- LED lights, working (2 front, 2 rear)
- Quick Coupler, hydraulic, dual lock
- Quick Coupler, manual, dual lock
- Quick Coupler, manual, pin lock
- Radio and CD player, Bluetooth^®
- Ride Control
- Rotating beacon, magnetic mount
- Seat, air suspension, fabric with armrest
- Seat, air suspension, fabric with armrest, heated
- Seat belt, retractable, 75 mm (3 in)
- Security system, Bluetooth
- Security system, operator display
- Side mirrors, cab, external
- Single Tilt Loader Coupler, Integrated Tool Carrier (IT) Interface
- Stabilizer pads, reversible
- Stick, extendible
- Touch screen LCD Display: engine speed, hour meter, gear/direction, battery voltage, hydraulic oil temperature, torque converter temperature, coolant temperature, trip totals (fuel and hours), lifetime totals (fuel and hours), operator settings (units, brightness, programmable hoe auxiliary flow), service mode diagnostics, maintenance intervals, ECM/system info
- Transmission, AutoShift with lock-up torque converter, 6 speed
- Vandalism protection, gauge cover
- Work Tool Attachments such as buckets, forks, material handling arms, augers, hammers, brooms, cold planers and vibratory plate compactors. See your Cat dealer for more information.