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Caterpillar 420E IT Backhoe Loader

Category: Backhoe Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 420E IT ➔

The Caterpillar 420E IT is a backhoe loader designed for construction, utility, and site preparation work. It combines a front loader with a rear backhoe attachment, providing digging, loading, trenching, and material handling capability in one machine. The IT designation refers to integrated toolcarrier features, supporting a range of attachments for increased versatility. The 420E IT is commonly used on job sites that require maneuverability, hydraulic performance, and multi-purpose operation. As part of Caterpillar's backhoe loader lineup, it is built for general earthmoving, utility installation, landscaping, and maintenance applications where a single machine must perform multiple tasks efficiently.

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General Specifications

Backhoe Loading Height ft. (m)	11.9 (3.6) Starting 2011 Model Year
Loader Breakout Force lbs. (kg)	10,076 (4,570) Starting 2011 Model Year
Loader Lift Capacity lbs. (kg)	6,340 (2,876) Starting 2011 Model Year
Loader SAE HP (kw)	93 (69.3) Starting 2011 Model Year
Max Digging Depth ft. (m)	14.3 (4.4) Starting 2011 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	15,474 (7,019) Starting 2011 Model Year
Travel Speed 4th Gear Fwd MPH (kmh)	25 (40.0) Starting 2011 Model Year

Backhoe

Bucket Dig Force	13,875 lbs (6,294 kg)
Bucket Dig Force - Extended	13,863 lbs (6,288 kg)
Dig Depth	14 ft (4 m)
Dig Depth - Extended	18 ft (5 m)
Load Height - Extended	14 ft (4 m)
Reach at Load Height - Extended	9 ft (3 m)
Reach From Swivel	19 ft (6 m)
Reach From Swivel - Extended	22 ft (7 m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	1 ft (0 m)
Height to Top of Suspended Cab	9 ft (3 m)
Transport Length	24 ft (7 m)
Transport Width	8 ft (2 m)
Wheelbase	7 ft (2 m)

Engine

Displacement	268 cu in (4,392 cu cm)
Engine Model	C4.4 DIT
Gross Power	101 hp (75 kw)
Net Max Torque	301 lbs ft (408 nm)
Net Power	93 hp (69 kw)
Net Torque Rise	0.36
Power Measured @	2200 rpm
Torque Measured @	1400 rpm

Hydraulic System

Pump Flow Capacity	43 gpm (163 lpm)
Pump Type	variable-flow axial piston
Relief Valve Pressure	3611 psi

Loader

Bucket Capacity	1 cu yd (1 cu m)
Bucket Width	8 in (19 cm)
Clearance at Max Dump Height	9 ft (3 m)
Dig Depth	4 in (10 cm)
Reach at Max Dump Height	3 ft (1 m)

Operating Specifications

Cooling System Fluid Capacity	4 gal (17 l)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	3 gal (11 l)
Fuel Capacity	38 gal (144 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	21 gal (79 l)
Max Weight	24,251 lbs (11,000 kg)
Oil System Fluid Capacity	2 gal (8 l)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operating Weight	15,474 lbs (7,019 kg)
Operating Weight 4wd	16,921 lbs (7,675 kg)
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity	4 gal (17 l)
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd	11L-16 F-3/12.5/80-18 (10ply) 1-3 Super Traction
Transmission Fluid Capacity	5 gal (19 l)
Turning Radius	18 ft (5 m)

Tires

Rear Tires Size

19.5L-24 (12 ply) R4 ATU/ 19.5L-24 (12 ply) IT 525

Transmission

Max Speed - Reverse	25 mph (40 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4

Caterpillar 420E ITs currently for sale

A Caterpillar 420E IT From Foley Incorporated for $44,500.00 USD

A Caterpillar 420E IT From Foley Incorporated for $45,000.00 USD

A 2007 Caterpillar 420E IT From RDO Equipment Company for $50,000.00 USD

A 2012 Caterpillar 420E IT From Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers for Auction Pricing

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