Overview
More Comfort – More Performance – More Versatility
The Cat® 420 XE Backhoe Loader delivers exceptional performance, increased fuel efficiency, superior hydraulic system, versatility and an updated operator station.
Key Specs
The Cat® 420 XE Backhoe Loader delivers exceptional performance, increased fuel efficiency, superior hydraulic system, versatility and an updated operator station.
• Seat mounted controls improve operator comfort and ergonomics
• LCD operator display with touchscreen control improves user interface
• Effortlessly shift gears with the Powershift Transmission
• SAHR Parking Brake for peace of mind
• Cat® C3.6 engine provides 10%+ more fuel efficiency
• Selectable Parallel Lift ensures material retention when loading
• Up to 15% more boom lift performance
• Operator control modes provide more response; more speed and more torque
• Electronic Loader Controls enable programmable Loader Kickout and Return to Dig.
IT Loader Coupler
• Change attachments for various applications with a touch of a button
- Pallet Forks
- Material Handling Arms
- Snow Pushes
• Parallel lift feature for loader can be turned off/on via the display
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| Maximum Gross Power – SAE J1995: 2014 | 102 hp (76 kW) / 112 hp (84 kW) 102 hp (76 kW) / 112 hp (84 kW) |
| Engine Model | C3.6 74.5 kW (100 hp) Electronic Turbo Intercooled C3.6 74.5 kW (100 hp) Electronic Turbo Intercooled |
| Emissions | Engine meets Tier 4 Final/Stage V emission standards. Engine meets Tier 4 Final/Stage V emission standards. |
| Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power SAE J1995 | 102 hp 76 kW |
| Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power ISO 14396 | 100 hp 74 kW |
| Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349 | 91 hp 68 kW |
| Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 | 91 hp 68 kW |
| Net Peak Power Rating @ 1,800 rpm - SAE J1349 | 105 hp 78 kW |
| Net Peak Power - 1,800 rpm - ISO 9249 | 105 hp 78 kW |
| Dimensions - Bore | 3.86 in 98 mm |
| Dimensions - Stroke | 4.72 in 120 mm |
| Displacement | 220 in³ 3.6 l |
| Net Torque Rise - 1,400 rpm - SAE J1349 | 48% 48% |
| Net Torque Rise - 1,400 rpm - SAE J1349 | 322 ft-lb 436 N·m |
| Power Rating Conditions - No De-Rating Required Up To | 10000 ft 3048 m |
| Dig Depth - Standard | 14 ft 4278 mm |
| Operating Weight - Maximum | 24251 lb 11000 kg |
| Operating Weight (estimated) | 16279 lb 7834 kg |
| Operating Weight - Maximum - ROPS Capacity | 24251 lb 11000 kg |
| Cab - ROPS/FOPS | 320 lb 145 kg |
| Power-Shift Transmission | STD STD |
| Ride Control | 33 lb 15 kg |
| Air Conditioning | 99 lb 45 kg |
| All-Wheel Drive | STD STD |
| MP Bucket (0.96 m3/1.25 yd3) - With Fold-Over Forks | 2017 lb 915 kg |
| MP Bucket (0.96 m3/1.25 yd3) - Without Fold-Over Forks | 1642 lb 745 kg |
| Loader QC | 540 lb 245 kg |
| Extendible Stick (excludes ft. counterweight) | 595 lb 270 kg |
| Counterweights, base | 256 lb 115 kg |
| Counterweights, base - Stackable, one | 529 lb 240 kg |
| Counterweights, base - Maximum | 1014 lb 460 kg |
| 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, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, full fuel tank. 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, 80 kg (176 lb) operator, full fuel tank. |
| Engine Model | C3.6 82 kW (110hp) Electronic Turbo Intercooled C3.6 82 kW (110hp) Electronic Turbo Intercooled |
| Emissions | Engine meets Tier 4 Final/Stage V emission standards. Engine meets Tier 4 Final/Stage V emission standards. |
| Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power SAE J1995 | 112 hp 84 kW |
| Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power ISO 14396 | 110 hp 82 kW |
| Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349 | 101 hp 76 kW |
| Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 | 101 hp 75 kW |
| Dimensions - Bore | 3.86 in 98 mm |
| Dimensions - Stroke | 4.72 in 120 mm |
| Displacement | 220 in³ 3.6 l |
| Net Torque Rise - 1,400 rpm | 48% 48% |
| Net Torque Rise - 1,400 rpm - SAE J1349 | 358 ft-lb 485 N·m |
| Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 1st | 3.7 mile/h 5.9 km/h |
| Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 2nd | 5.8 mile/h 9.4 km/h |
| Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 3rd | 12 mile/h 20 km/h |
| Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Forward - 4th | 25 mile/h 41 km/h |
| Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Reverse - 1st | 3.7 mile/h 5.9 km/h |
| Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Reverse - 2nd | 7.7 mile/h 12.4 km/h |
| Power Shift Transmission - Standard - Reverse - 3rd | 17 mile/h 27 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward -1st | 3.7 mile/h 5.9 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 2nd | 5.8 mile/h 9.4 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 3rd | 8 mile/h 12 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 4th | 12 mile/h 20 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 5th | 17 mile/h 27 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Forward - 6th | 25 mile/h 41 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Reverse - 1st | 3.7 mile/h 5.9 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Reverse - 2nd | 7.7 mile/h 12 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission - Optional - Reverse - 3rd | 17 mile/h 27 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 1st | 3.7 mile/h 5.9 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 2nd | 5.8 mile/h 9.4 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 3rd | 8 mile/h 12 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 4th | 12 mile/h 20 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 5th | 17 mile/h 27 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 5th LTC | 18 mile/h 29 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 6th | 25 mile/h 41 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Forward - 6th LTC* | 25 mile/h 40 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Reverse - 1st | 3.7 mile/h 5.9 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Reverse - 2nd | 7.7 mile/h 12 km/h |
| Power-Shift Transmission with LTC - Optional - Reverse - 3rd | 17 mile/h 27 km/h |
| Note (1) | Travel speeds of two wheel drive backhoe loader at full throttle, when equipped with 500/70-24 rear tires. 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). *Limited by engine speed to 40 km/h (25 mph). |
| Front Axle, AWD - Static | 26455 lb 12000 kg |
| Front Axle, AWD - Dynamic | 20233 lb 6000 kg |
| Rear Axle - Static | 28660 lb 13000 kg |
| Rear Axle - Dynamic | 15432 lb 7000 kg |
| Type | Closed Center Closed Center |
| Pump Type | Variable-flow, Axial Piston Variable-flow, Axial Piston |
| Pump Capacity at 2,200 rpm | 49.4 gpm 187 L/min |
| System Pressure - Backhoe | 3626 psi 25000 kPa |
| System Pressure - Loader | 3626 psi 25000 kPa |
| Type | Front Wheel Steering Front Wheel Steering |
| Power Steering | Hydrostatic Hydrostatic |
| Cylinder | One Double-Acting One Double-Acting |
| Bore | 2.6 in 65 mm |
| Stroke | 4.2 in 106 mm |
| Rod Diameter | 1.6 in 40 mm |
| Axle Oscillation | 11° 11° |
| Turning Circle - (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Front Wheels | 26.92 ft 8.205 m |
| Turning Circle - (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Widest Loader Bucket | 35.25 ft 10.745 m |
| Cooling System with Air Conditioning | 4.8 gal (US) 18 l |
| Fuel Tank | 42.3 gal (US) 160 l |
| Engine Oil - With Filter | 2.4 gal (US) 9 l |
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) | 5 gal (US) 19 l |
| Transmission - Power Shuttle - AWD | 4.8 gal (US) 18 l |
| Transmission - Power Shift - AWD | 5 gal (US) 19 l |
| Rear Axle | 4.2 gal (US) 16 l |
| Rear Axle - Planetaries | 0.4 gal (US) 1.7 l |
| Front Axle (AWD) | 2.9 gal (US) 11 l |
| Front Axle (AWD) - Planetaries | 0.2 gal (US) 0.7 l |
| Hydraulic System | 25.1 gal (US) 95 l |
| Hydraulic Tank | 11.1 gal (US) 42 l |
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