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Caterpillar 420F Backhoe Loader

Category: Backhoe Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Caterpillar ➔
Model: 420F ➔

The Caterpillar 420F is a backhoe loader designed for construction, utility, and site development work. It combines a front loader bucket with a rear backhoe attachment, allowing operators to dig, load, trench, and handle material with one machine. The 420F is part of Caterpillar's F Series and is commonly used for general earthmoving, roadwork, landscaping, and municipal applications. Typical features include a four-wheel-drive chassis, enclosed operator cab options, hydraulic controls, and compatibility with a range of attachments. The model is valued for its versatility, maneuverability, and ability to perform multiple tasks on confined job sites.

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General Specifications

Backhoe Loading Height ft. (m)	11.9 (3.6) Starting 2013 Model Year
Loader Breakout Force lbs. (kg)	11,283 (5,118) Starting 2013 Model Year
Loader Lift Capacity lbs. (kg)	7,237 (3,237) Starting 2013 Model Year
Loader SAE HP (kw)	93 (69.3) Starting 2013 Model Year
Max Digging Depth ft. (m)	14.3 (4.4) Starting 2013 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	15,395 (6,938) Starting 2013 Model Year
Travel Speed 4th Gear Fwd MPH (kmh)	25 (40) Starting 2013 Model Year

Backhoe

Dig Depth	14 ft (4 m)
Load Height	12 ft (4 m)

Dimensions

Height to Top of Suspended Cab	9 ft (3 m)
Transport Length	24 ft (7 m)

Engine

Bore	4 in (11 cm)
Displacement	269 cu in (4,402 cu cm)
Engine Model	C4.4 ACERT
Gross Power	102 hp (76 kw)
Net Power	93 hp (69 kw)
Net Torque Rise	0.46
Power Measured @	2200 rpm
Stroke	5 in (13 cm)

Hydraulic System

Pump Flow Capacity	43 gpm (163 lpm)
Pump Type	Variable Flow Axial Piston

Loader

Bucket Breakout Force	11,283 lbs (5,118 kg)
Lift Capacity	7,238 lbs (3,283 kg)

Operating Specifications

Cooling System Fluid Capacity	6 gal (22 l)
Fuel Capacity	44 gal (165 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	25 gal (95 l)
Max Weight	24,251 lbs (11,000 kg)
Oil System Fluid Capacity	2 gal (9 l)
Operating Weight	15,395 lbs (6,983 kg)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	5 gal (19 l)

Transmission

Max Speed

25 mph (40 kph)

Caterpillar 420Fs currently for sale

A Caterpillar 420F From Utah Track & Welding Inc. for $3,500.00 USD

A Caterpillar 420F From NC Machinery for $71,000.00 USD

A Caterpillar 420F From Foley Equipment for $39,700.00 USD

A 2014 Caterpillar 420F From Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers for Auction Pricing

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