430 Backhoe Loader

More Comfort – More Performance – More Versatility

The Cat® 430 Backhoe Loader delivers exceptional performance, increased fuel efficiency, superior hydraulic system, versatility and an updated operator station.

Equipment Highlights

Ergonomic 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 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 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.
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.

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Features + Specs

Equipment Features
Optional Equipment
Specs
  • Maximum Gross Power – SAE J1995: 2014: 118 hp (88 kW)
  • Engine Model: C3.6 86 kW (115 hp) Electronic Turbo Intercooled
  • Emissions: Engine meets Tier 4 Final/Stage V emission standards.
  • Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power SAE J1995: 118 hp
  • Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power ISO 14396: 115 hp
  • Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349: 107 hp
  • Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249: 106 hp
  • Net Peak Power Rating @ 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349: 107 hp
  • Net Peak Power Rating @ 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249: 106 hp
  • Dimensions - Bore: 3.86 in
  • Dimensions - Stroke: 4.72 in
  • Displacement: 220 in³
  • Net Torque Rise - 1,400 rpm - SAE J1349: 41%
  • Net Torque Rise - 1,400 rpm - SAE J1349: 358 ft-lb
  • Power Rating Conditions - No De-Rating Required Up To: 10000 ft
  • Dig Depth - Standard: 15.1 ft
  • Operating Weight - Maximum: 24251 lb
  • Operating Weight - Estimated*: 18051 lb
  • Operating Weight - Maximum - ROPS Capacity: 24251 lb
  • Operating Weight (minimum)**: 16590 lb
  • Cab - ROPS/FOPS: 320 lb
  • Auto-Shift Transmission: STD
  • Ride Control: 33 lb
  • Air Conditioning: 99 lb
  • All-Wheel Drive: STD
  • MP Bucket (0.96 m3/1.25 yd3) - With Fold-Over Forks: 2017 lb
  • MP Bucket (0.96 m3/1.25 yd3) - Without Fold-Over Forks: 1642 lb
  • Loader QC: 540 lb
  • Extendible Stick (excludes ft. counterweight): 655 lb
  • Counterweights, base: 256 lb
  • Counterweights, base - Stackable, one: 529 lb
  • Counterweights, base - Maximum: 1014 lb
  • Note (1): *Machine configuration: standard stick hoe, OROPS canopy, AWD powershift 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, 460 kg (1,014 lb) counterweight, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, full fuel tank.
  • Note (2): **Minimum weight configuration is the same as configuration above, however, excludes counterweight, hoe bucket, and operator.
  • Type: Front Wheel Steering
  • 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: 5.9 mile/h
  • Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 3rd: 12 mile/h
  • Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 4th: 26 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
  • Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward -1st: 3.7 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 2nd: 5.9 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 3rd: 8 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 4th: 12 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 5th: 17 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 6th: 26 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Reverse - 1st: 3.7 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Reverse - 2nd: 7.7 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Reverse - 3rd: 17 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 1st: 3.7 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 2nd: 5.9 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 3rd: 8 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 4th: 12 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 5th: 17 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 5th LTC: 18 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 6th: 26 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 6th LTC*: 25 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Reverse - 1st: 3.7 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Reverse - 2nd: 7.7 mile/h
  • Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Reverse - 3rd: 17 mile/h
  • Note (1): *Travel speeds of 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).
  • Recyclability: 92%
  • Type: Closed Center
  • Pump Type: Variable-flow, Axial Piston
  • Pump Capacity at 2,200 rpm: 49.4 gpm
  • System Pressure - Backhoe: 3626 psi
  • System Pressure - Loader: 3626 psi
  • Cooling System with Air Conditioning: 4.8 gal (US)
  • Fuel Tank: 42.3 gal (US)
  • Engine Oil - With Filter: 2.4 gal (US)
  • Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF): 5 gal (US)
  • Transmission - Power Shuttle - AWD: 4.8 gal (US)
  • Transmission - Power Shift - AWD: 5 gal (US)
  • Rear Axle: 4.2 gal (US)
  • Rear Axle - Planetaries: 0.4 gal (US)
  • Front Axle (AWD): 2.9 gal (US)
  • Front Axle (AWD) - Planetaries: 0.2 gal (US)
  • Hydraulic System: 25.1 gal (US)
  • Hydraulic Tank: 11.1 gal (US)

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