More Comfort – More Performance – More Versatility
The Cat® 420 Backhoe Loader delivers exceptional performance, increased fuel efficiency, superior hydraulic system, versatility and an updated operator station.
Ample legroom inside the cab makes rotating the seat simple. The air suspension seat provides comfort to the operator while roading. Backhoe control pods allow for unlimited adjustability.
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 purged from the system.
Machine Versatility
The Integrated Tool Carrier (IT Coupler) for Single Tilt Loader Arm configurations is 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 to a variety of Cat Attachments.
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.
Spring Applied Hydraulically Released (SAHR) Parking Brake
The SAHR Parking Brake is activated at the push of a button and automatically engages when the machine is powered down.
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.
Cat diesel engines are required to use ULSD (ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel with 15 ppm of sulfur or less) or ULSD blended with the following lower-carbon intensity fuels up to: • 20% biodiesel FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) • 100% renewable diesel, HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and GTL (gas-to-liquid) fuels Refer to guidelines for successful application. Please consult your Cat dealer or “Caterpillar Machine Fluids Recommendations” (SEBU6250) for details.
The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430). The system contains 1.6 kg (3.5 lb) of refrigerant which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.3 metric tonnes (2.5 tons).
Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) – 76 dB(A)*
Exterior Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) – 101 dB(A)
* Measurements were conducted with properly installed and maintained cab doors and windows closed.
Caterpillar factory fills with ethylene glycol coolants. Cat Diesel Engine Antifreeze/Coolant (DEAC) and Cat Extended Life Coolant (ELC) can be recycled. Consult your Cat dealer for more information.
Cat Bio HYDO™ Advanced is an EU Ecolabel approved biodegradable hydraulic oil.
Additional fluids are likely to be present, please consult the Operations and Maintenance Manual or the Application and Installation guide for complete fluid recommendations and maintenance intervals.
The following features and technology may contribute to fuel savings and/or carbon reduction. Features may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details. – Save fuel and reduce your greenhouse gas emissions with efficiency features such as operator control modes selectable through the display and with fuel management modes. – Extended maintenance intervals not only reduce downtime but decrease the amount of fluid and filters that are replaced over the life of the machine. – Auto Idle helps reduce unnecessary fuel burn and greenhouse gas emissions by allowing the engine to automatically go into idle mode when the machine is not working.
Extendible Stick (excludes ft. counterweight): 595 lb
Counterweights, base: 256 lb
Counterweights, base - Stackable, one: 529 lb
Counterweights, base - Maximum: 1014 lb
Note: Machine configuration: standard stick hoe, OROPS canopy, AWD power shift transmission, 0.96 m³ (1.25 yd³) GP loader bucket, 610 mm (24 in) standard duty hoe bucket, 340/80-18 and rear 500/70-24 tires, 240 kg (530 lb) counterweight, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, full fuel tank.
Type: Front Wheel
Power Steering: Hydrostatic
Cylinder: One Double-Acting
Bore: 2.6 in
Stroke: 4.2 in
Rod Diameter: 1.6 in
Axle Oscillation: 11°
Turning Circle - (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Front Wheels: 26.92 ft
Turning Circle - (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Widest Loader Bucket: 35.25 ft
Front Axle, AWD - Static: 26455 lb
Front Axle, AWD - Dynamic: 20233 lb
Rear Axle - Static: 28660 lb
Rear Axle - Dynamic: 15432 lb
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 1st: 3.7 mile/h
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 2nd: 5.8 mile/h
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 3rd: 12 mile/h
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 4th: 25 mile/h
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Reverse - 1st: 3.7 mile/h
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Reverse - 2nd: 7.7 mile/h
Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Reverse - 3rd: 17 mile/h