Backhoe Loader

Product Overview

A Backhoe Loader is a versatile, wheeled construction machine combining a front loader bucket with a rear hydraulic excavator. It is designed for excavation, trenching, loading, material handling, backfilling and general site preparation.

Modern backhoe loaders are commonly equipped with four-wheel drive, hydraulic stabilizers, hydraulic steering and multiple attachment options. JCB's 3CX/4CX range, for example, is designed for construction, municipal and agricultural applications, while Caterpillar's 428 provides AWD, ROPS/FOPS protection and variable-displacement hydraulic technology.

Technical Specifications

• Parameter ___________________ Typical Specification
• Equipment Type Backhoe Loader
• Configuration Front Loader + Rear Excavator
• Engine Type Turbocharged Diesel
• Engine Power Approximately 55–85 kW (74–113 hp), depending on model
• Drive System 2WD / 4WD / AWD
• Transmission Manual, Powershift or Autoshift
• Operating Weight Approximately 8,000–11,000 kg
• Loader Bucket Capacity Approximately 0.8–1.3 m³
• Rear Bucket Width Approximately 450–900 mm
• Maximum Digging Depth Approximately 4.5–5.7 m
• Maximum Reach Approximately 6–7 m
• Hydraulic System Open-center or load-sensing hydraulic system
• Hydraulic Pump Variable-displacement piston or gear pump
• Hydraulic Controls Mechanical or pilot joystick controls
• Stabilizers Hydraulic rear stabilizers
• Steering Hydrostatic/hydraulic power steering
• Cab ROPS/FOPS enclosed operator cab
• Fuel Type Diesel
• Cooling System Liquid-cooled
• Operating Speed Approximately 25–40 km/h
• Loader Lift Capacity Model/configuration dependent
• Auxiliary Hydraulics Available
• Quick Coupler Optional
• Extendable Dipper Optional on selected models
• Air Conditioning Available
• Work Lights LED/halogen depending on configuration

These are typical ranges, not specifications for one particular machine. For example, the current Cat 428 is listed at approximately 8,270 kg nominal operating weight, up to 11,000 kg maximum, with engine power options reaching 83.1 kW (113 hp).

JCB 3CX Reference

For comparison, JCB lists its 3CX range with approximately 74 hp (55 kW) on the standard 3CX, while some 3CX/4CX variants reach 109 hp. JCB also lists maximum digging depths of up to approximately 20 ft (6.1 m) depending on configuration.

BACKHOE LOADER — FOR SALE & LEASE

Heavy-duty backhoe loaders available for sale and lease for construction, oil & gas, pipeline, civil engineering, infrastructure and general earthmoving operations.

Key Features:
Diesel Powered | 4WD/AWD | Front Loader Bucket | Rear Excavator | Hydraulic Stabilizers | ROPS/FOPS Cab | Auxiliary Hydraulics | Multiple Attachments | Heavy-Duty Chassis