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Make More, Save More. \TithThe 4768 On
Now you can do more work-and keep more of what
you earn-with a truly advanced backhoe loader.
It's more than the best that Caterpillar design,
engineering and manufacturing expertise can offer.
Much more. È11
The 4268 backhoe loader was
designed with input from the
world's most demanding
business people:
. Owner-operators wrth 3O-plus
years under their belts.
. Competitive-make users
who know what they like-
and don't like.
. Contractors who log
thousands of hours, year
after year-and
simply can't afford
downtime.

Now the B-Series is ready. Backhoe loaders

that mean business.
Your business. Strictly business.

Lift higher, load easier with greater reach. The

excavator-style boom enables spill-free truck
loading right from the trench-without banging
sideboards. You can also work over walls and
other obstructions and you'll find it easier to dig
under pipes that cross the trench.
Discover the difference with the exclusive
excavator-style backhoe: Nothing else looks
like it. Or works like it.
One glance and you know it's a Cat backhoe loader.
This excavator-style backhoe lets you reach further, dig
faster and lift more. And you can keep a narrow bucket
in sight since boom width is reduced 357o .

Smooth power to move more material per day.

You're also commanding more powerful hydraulics
to l3Vo more hydraulic power than the 426 Series II
-up
backhoe. To give you more digging power, digging
speed; greater breakout, greater lift.
And your control is smooth, precise. With special
features designed in, that give you better "feedback" in
the trench. So you can hit your mark, time after time,
without slowing your pace.
More work, more pay.
It boils down to more jobs in less time-one way the
4268 helps you make the most of every business day
...and get the biggest payback for your business.

No more hit-or-miss trenching.

Smooth CAT hydraulics give you
precise control for working in tight
spots. And more powerful hydraulics
increase dig forces up to 25Vo and lift
forces up to 30Vo.
 Discover Difference After Difference...
Everything you've asked for. And then some. Hydraulic system
CAT engineers and owner-operator "consultants" left no . Provides full hydraulic lifting and digging forces at
stone unturned in developing the advanced B-Series backhoe any engine speed
loaders. Even selecting a special high-gloss paint that looks
. Variable flow pump exactly matches hydraulic power
better and lasts longer. flow and pressure) to match work demands, for
Check out key features that you're sure to appreciate. reduced fuel consumption
And see your CAI dealer for full details.
. Pump "free wheels" when not using implements to save
engine horsepower
General purpose bucket
. Front-mounted tank doubles as working counterweight
. Top of bucket is parallel to cutting edge for built-in to improve machine balance and roading comfort
bucket level indicator
. Vertical heel plate for excellent back-draggin g capability Single tilt cylinder
. Pre-drilled base edge accepts bolt-on teeth or . Improves reliability and reduces service points
. Well protected hydraulic hoses and couplers
replaceable cutting edge
. Top and bottom torque tubes resist bending . Mounts high on bucket to protect cylinder rod end

Front axle
. Large diameter, double-acting steering cylinder resists
bending and is well protected
. Short, well protected tie rods resist bending
. Permanently sealed front axle mounts eliminate
daily maintenance

CAT 3054 turbo diesel engine

. Designed and built to meet specific B-Series requirements
. High-tech componentry reduces noise and
improves fuel efficiency
. Thermal starting aid improves cold start capabilities
. Field replaceable dry liners and valve guides
for easy rebuild .
. Cast oil-pan for high impact resistance and added
block strength
. Gear driven water pump increases reliability
and eliminates belt maintenance
. Spin-on oil filters for quick, clean maintenance

Heavy duty main frame

. Fully welded, one-piece frame absorbs stress and
minimizes shock loads to the power train
. Integral backhoe reduces maintenance and
service...for a true backhoe loader

Loader
. Automatic return-to-dig for fast cycles
. Divergent loader alrns allow clear view to
bucket corners
. Large torque tube resists bending and twisting
Insdefudùt.

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I
Excavator-style backhoe
. Greater lifting and digging forces
. Provides excellent visiblity for narow buckets
. Allows for easy digging over obstructions
. Fabricated construction allows easy weld-on of
attachments/brackets
. Boom base hoses are well protected and
easy to senrice
. Greater reach, dig depth and easier truck loading
. New E-Stick wear pads can be shimmed or
replaced in the field.

Operator compartment
. New 8-way adjustable, easy actuation seat
. Easy-entry cab from either side
. New optional light arr:ay doubles work
lighting capability
. Front and rear extensions help keep operator
dry and out of the sun
. New silicone window joints enhance visibility
. Improved air conditioning for greater ventilation
. New cab interior with beverage holder
. New standard floor mat and fender covers

Rear axle
. Oil-immersed, multi-disc brakes for
long service life
. Self-adjusting-no periodic adjustments needed
. Hydraulic assist reduces pedal effort by 45Vo
. Differential lock reduces wheel spin

CAT power shuttle transmission

. Fully synchronized for on-the-go shifts
in all gears
. Hydraulic forwardlrcverse shuttle for fast
direction changes
. Quick-flip switch engages AWD on the go
. Modular design for easy servicing
Discover The Difference In Savings.
There's a "flip side" to getting more work done: It's spending less time, effort and money in the process.
And here's where you can do it.
Discover CAT power, engineered for today.
For one, you're running a CAT 3054 engine designed and built to meet specific B-Series requirements.
It's an engine designed tolmprove fuel economy. Reduce smoke and emissions. And reduce sound levels.
It's an ideal working partner for the B-Series closed-center hydraulic sytem.
Unlike competitive, constant-flow or high pressure hydraulic systems that literally drain away horse-
power (see chart), CAT hydraulics automatically match power to work demands. And the variable-flow
pump "free wheels" when loads are light, to avoid wasting power and fuel.
What's more, your engine can deliver full hydraulic forces while running at lower rpm. When you add
all this up, it's enough to save half a gallon of fuel an hour. And that can add hundreds of dollars a year to
your bottom line.

WASTED HORSEPOWER/FUEL
PART FLOW OPERATION (20GPM)
COMPETITIVE GEAR PUMP
\ -/
COMPETITIVE CONSTANT Competitive backhoe loaders can
PRESSURE SYSTEM
"burn" an extra 25 hp while trench-
&
ri
Fco
È
ri
\ -a ing. Even though only partial flow is
required to do the work, competitive
systems always pump full flow at high
9n
:* rpm or at high pressure. This causes

10
7 \ \ CAT PISToN
PUMP
wasted power and fuel-keeping fuel
bills up and usable horsepower down.

1000 1500 2000 2500

DEMAND PRESSURE (PSI)

Long life, low maintenance, better reliability. Everywhere you look.

Fact is, you get many features that help you save even more.
Like 54 fewer hydraulic connections than Series II backhoe loaders-a
reduction of almost 25Vo! Tlne most leak-free backhoe loader in the business just
got better. And B-Series backhoe hoses are tucked neatly into the base of the
boom. Easy to access. Nicely protected.
And CAI's patented XT hoses can withstand twice the burst pressure of
competitors', to virtually eliminate downtime from hose failure. (If one does
need replacing, it's fast, easy and requires no special tools.)
All filters are spin-on type for fast, mess-free changes.
Also, CAI couplings are equipped with rubber O-ring face seals, to further
assure a virtually leak-free system.
In total, overall maintenance cost for grease, oil and filters has been
significantly reduced for the B-Series.
 See More, Do More.
Nothing tops an offTce with a view.
If you make your living on a backhoe loader, you'll love
making it here.
First and foremost, you can see what you're doing.
Easily, clearly. With the narrow boom that's been reduced in
width by 357o. And with new silicone window joints that
enhance visibility.
Here, operator and machine can truly work together,
thanks to ergonomic considerations incorporated into
everything from seat design to location of controls, almost
effortless handling and more.
There's the quiet cab, air conditioned if you wish, with
adjustable upperflower window panels that work
independently.
With cab or canopy, front and rear roof extensions
provide improved rain protection.
The new, 8-way adjustable seat has a ball-bearing
turntable for fast, smooth actuation. And attention to detail Lights like never before: Double the standard lighting capability
is evident everywhere, from exterior striping and color with new optional front and rear arrays on B-Series units, for added
schemes to classy interior black and grey<ven the nighttime visibility where and when you need it most; and roof exten-
easy-to-clean floor mat. sions provide improved rain protection and help protect lights.

After all, you deserve no less.

From backhoe to loader or anywhere

in-between, quick and easy single-lever
seat adjustment is close at hand. New
seat adjusts 8-ways; and the ball-bear-
ing turntable provides fast, smooth
actuation.
WthhefudSpeed.
Strong, efficient hydraulic power. Easy does it: smooth, sure control.
Get your hands on a B-series backhoe loader, however,
CAT load-sensing hydraulics match power to and you'll see what "load sensing" really means. Not only
demand for you-without wasted fuel, engine po\ryer will you have smooth, precise control, but more feedback
or typical wear. that gives you a better feel for what's happening in the
You don't have to work quite as hard when you work trench.
on a CAT backhoe loader. Nor do your engine, hydraulic All this is also ideal when you set pipe or handle other
pump or other system components. loads, as well as trenching.
Unlike competitive open-center systems that have to In short, if you want the best of both worlds-
run full-tilt, full time, CAT closed-center hydraulics can productivity and efficiency-CAT load-sensing
"feel" when and where force is needed. And automatically hydraulics make great business sense.
deliver power on-demand to match that need.
Full forces at any engine speed.
There's no delay-the power is instant-and you're
never short-changed, because oil is already "poised" in
the system, ready to respond with the flow and pressure
needed, with no waste.
And there's no need to rev up the engine to reach that
pressure; it doesn't have to run at full load. You get
maximum lift and dig forces at any engine speed.
Other CAT advantages: Your oil stays fresher, longer;
runs cleaner. And CAT hydraulic pumps last longer than
competitive gear-type pumps.
 CAT Means Business On The Loader End
Imagine the best loader in its class getting
even better.
Then step aboard a CAT B-series backhoe loader
and see for yourself.
Hit the job with l5%o greater lift forces and 207o more
breakout force; see how those hydraulics help you move
smoother, too.
Enjoy the speed and ease of a transmission that acts
like it reads your mind.-And fast cycle times with a
return-to-dig that does the thinking for you.
It's easy to keep an eye on the bucket, thanks to
divergent loader arms-and a single tilt cylinder that
also offers fewer service and wear points, with well
protected cylinder hoses.
Truck loading, backfilling, fine grading-you
name it-the loader end of this backhoe loader is all
business, too.
.. .And In Many Other Different \7ays.
Bringing new meaning to'versatility' to
expand your business options.
Backhoe buckets have been specially redesigned for
more-efficient digging and dumping. And buckets have
been beefed up to handle higher digging forces. Bucket
sizes from 12 in. to 36 in. (300 mm to 900mm)-and
including standard, heavy duty, high capacity and
extreme service<xpand the industry's broadest line of
backhoe bucket options.
You can also choose from a variety of tooth and
cutting edge options, to match your business needs.
But these are merely the beginning.
Over 150 buckets, tools and attachments.
A full range of attachments for both your backhoe
and loader is also available through your CAT dealer
...to help you handle many more jobs<asily, quickly
and profitably. Add a Quick Coupler and you can switch most attach-
Pallet forks, brooms, blades, hydraulic hammers, ments without leaving the operator's seat.
asphalt cutters, shears, post hole augers, grapples,
sweepers, compactors-Just some of the choices
you have.
Put a Quick Coupler at each end, and you can switch
most backhoe or loader attachments without leaving
your seat!
And in those cases where extra hydraulics are required,
the Caterpillar universal lines group, auxiliary valves and
controls-with advice from your CAT dealer-provide an
easy answer.
It all adds up to new opportunities for new business
profits for you.

Sweep streets, parking lots and more when your

loader bucket's replaced with a hydraulic
broom<omplete with water system.

Wrist action with a CAT swinger coupler Break up concrete and handle Frozen ground? Rocky soil? Put
lets you handle slope work with ease and other demolition work with powerful CAT hydraulics behind a
speed. a hydraulic hammer. ripper bucket-and get the job done.

NOTE: Attachments selected must maintain the machine within the maximum salable weight.
4268 BffiKHot to*ot*
Engine ROPS

Power a|2200 RPM ROPS canopy is standard.

SAE J1995 gross (Turbo) ,,.,...61 .4RW182.3 HP R0PS (Rollover Protective Structure) offered by
SAE J1349 net (Turbo) , ,..,..,58.9 kW/79 HP Caterpillar for this machine meets R0PS criteria SAE
(Kilowatts (kW) is the lnternational System of Units J394, SAE J1040 APR88 and lS0 3471-1986. lt also
equivalent of horsepower.) meets F0PS (Falling Object Protective Structure) criteria
Ratings of Caterpillar machine engines are based on SAE J231 andlS0 3449-1984.
standard air conditions of 25'CX7'F and 99 kPa/29.32 in
Hg dry barometer. Power is based on using 35' API
gravity fuel having an LHV of 42,780 kJ/Rg (18,390
Btu/lb) when used at 30"C/86'F (ref. a density of 838.9
g/L (7 001 lb/U.5. gal)). Net power advertised is the
plwer available at the flywheel when the engine is
rzl Hyd:rau.,1.iË,...,$y.$
.ffi

equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler, and alternator. No

Variable-flow, closed-center load-sensing, hydraulic
system...provides full hydraulic force to cutting edges at
derating is required up to 2286 m/7500 ft. altitude.
all engine speeds, low fuel c0nsumption and low effort
These additional ratings also apply aT2200 RPM controls.
Turbocharged
KW HP Type .....Closed-center
Pump type ,.......Variable-flow, axial-piston
Caterpillar... ..59.5 79.8 Pump capacity .. .. .....157 l/minl41,0 gpm a|2200 RPM
tsO 9249 .59.5 79.8 System pressure.... ...20,670 kPal276 ba/3000 psi
lS0 3046-2 gross ..62.0 83.1
EEC B0/1 269. ...,.,,.59.5 79.8
BASU 141 (a) gross .......60.8 81 .5

PS/CV Transmission
DtN 70020/6.. ......82.7
Percent torque rise (Net)
Turbocharged ..25.2 Four speeds forward and reverse power shuttle full
-
synchro-mesh in all gears. Constant-mesh gears on all
Caterpillar@ 3054 four-stroke-cycle turbocharged diesel
ratios permit on-the-go shifting of all gears up 0r
engine with four cylinders, 100 mm 13.94' bore,127 mml -
down. Neutral start provision prevents starting machine
5.0" str0ke and 4.0 lite/243 cu. in. displacement.
while shuttle is engaged.
Dry-type, slip-fit liners pre-finished for ease of run-in
and service replacement.
- Transmission Disconnect
Hand-operated power disconnect (no clutch) for on-the-
Cast-iron sump resists impact damage. Steel-backed go shifting and f ull engine RPM for faster cycle times.
-
aluminum bearings, Heat-treated crankshaft. Pressure
Torque Converter
lubrication with full flow filtered oil. Dry-type air cleaner
Single stage, 2.21'.1 stall ratio.
with primary and secondary elements and precleaner.
Separate fuel filter and water separator. Direct-electric, Forward/Reverse Power Shuttle
12-volt starting system with 55-amp alternator and pre- Conveniently placed, hand-operated lever provides instant
heat thermal starting aid. Choice of one or two on-the-go direction changes between forward and reverse
maintenance-free batteries with 700 cold cranking amps. with power hydraulic clutches.
Travel Speeds
Travel speeds of two-wheel drive backhoe loader at full
throttle when equipped with 19.5-24, rear tires.
1st Znd 3rd 4th
I Forward Km/H
MPH
6.3 11.7 22.0 33.2
3.9 7.3 13.7 20.6
Reverse Km/H 6.3 11 .9 22.2 33.5
When properly installed and maintained, a cab offered by MPH 3.9 .4 13.8 20 8
7
Caterpillar, when tested with doors and windows closed
as per w0rk cycle procedures specified in ANSI/SAE
J1166 MAY90, results in an operator sound exposure Lro
(equivalent sound pressure level) of 82,0 dB (A). '

This operator A-weighted sound exposure level can be

used in conjuction with 0SHA, MSHA and EEC Brake system meets SAE J1473-DECB4 and lS0 3450-
0ccupational Noise Exposure Criteria. Also, when tested 1 985
as per the static specif ications of 86/662|EEC, the
Service Two fully enclosed, hydraulically applied oil-
operator sound pressure level is 81 .0 dB(A). -
disc brakes 0n final drive input shaft. Foot-operated,brake
The sound pressure level of the standard machine when pedals can be interlocked for roading 0r used
measured ata 15 m distance is 77 dB (A), as perthe mid- independently in working applications.
gear moving test as prescribed by ANSI/SAE J88 JUN86.
Parking-secondary lndependent system from the
-
service brake on the input shaft. Brake is mechanically
applied through hand lever in the operator compaftment.
 mm
9"

Dimensions shown for 4268 with:

. 0.96 m'11 .25 yd'general purpose loader bucket.
. Standard stick (unless otherwise specified).
. 600 mml24" high capacity backhoe bucket.
. Standard 2 wheel drive

Extendible Stick

Backhoe Dimensions and Performance

Standard Stick E-Stick Retracted E-Stick Extended
Digging depth SAE (max) 4721 mm/15'6" 4956 mm/16'3" 6169 mm/20'3"
-
610 mml2' flat bottom 4696 mm/15'4" 4909 mm/16'0" 6129 mm /20'1
-
Overall reach from rear axle centerline at ground line 7146 mm/23'5" 7332 mml24'1 8485 mm 127'10"
Overall reach from swing pivot at ground line 6056 mm/1 9'1 0" 6242 mm/20'6" 7395 mml24'3"
Maximum operating height 5752 mm/18'10" 5832 mm/19'2" 6667 mm /21 '1 0"

Loading height 3815 mm/1 2'6" 4096 mm/13'5" 4925 mm /16'1

Loading reach 1711 mm/5'7" 1823 mm/5'11 2717 mm /8'10"

Swing arc 1 80' 1 80' 1 80"
Bucket rotation position #1 and #2 170" 1 65' 1 65'
Stab lizer spread operating position 3254 mm/10'8" 3254 mm/10'8" 3254 mm/10'8"
Stab lizer spread transport position 2130 mm/7'0" 2130 mm/7'0" 2130 mm /7'0"
Bucket Digging Force (600mm124" Hvy Duty) 64.2 kN/1 4,440 tb 64.2 kN/1 4,440|b 64.2 kN /1 4,440 tb

Stick Digging Force (600mm124" Hvy Duty) 37.8 kN/8510 rb 39.1 kN/8790 rb 28.1 kN/6310 lb
Bucket Digging Force (600mm124" High Capacity) 57.9 kN/13,017 tb 57.9 kN/13,017 tb 57.9 kN /13,017 tb

Stick Digging Force (600mm124" High Capacity) 37.1 kN/8340 rb 38.3 kN/8610 rb 27.7 kN/6220 tb

Leveling angle (max for vertical cut) 14" 14" 14"

 illl *
Bucket Type General Purpose Mu lti-Purpose * Mu lti-Pu rpose

Width (mm/in) 2262/7',s', 226217's', 240617'11

Heaped capacity (m'/yd') 0.96/1 .25 0.96/1 .25 1.04/1 .35

Lift capacity at full height (kg/lb) 2690/5930 2590/5710 2550t5620

Breakout force (kN/lb) 4219340 45110050 44t9810

Hinge pin height (mm/ftlin) 3293110'10" 3293110',1 0" 3293110'1 0"

Dump angle full height 45' 45" 45"

Dump height @45" (mm/ftlin) 2556/8'5" 26241ï',7', 262419',7',

heighv4s"
Reach at full (mm/ft/in) 7ggl2'7' 68712',3', 68712'3',

Max mum operating height (mm/ftlin) 4171/13'8" 41 99/1 3',9 ' 4199/1 3 9',

Max mum rollback at ground 40' 41" 41'

Digging depth (mm/in) 106t4', 137 ts', 13715',

Grading angle 1 08' 1 03" 1 03'

Width of dozer cuttingedge (mm/ft/in) 226217's', 240617',11

Clam opening maximum (mm/ftlin) 92713'0' 92713',0'

Weight (ks/lb) 428t944 675t1490 700/1 540

*Multipurpose
buckets are available with fold over forks.

Weights Axles

Axle rating, two-wheel drive

Standard backhoe loader with additional: 0.96 m'/1 .25 yd' General Purpose
loader bucket,600 mml24" high capacity backhoe bucket,79 kg/1 75 lb Front axle
operator, full fuel tank. SAE J43 ..,7517 R9116,572 lb
SAE Operating weight. ...6790 kg/14,970 lb Rear axle
Kg Lb
SAE J43 ...5749 Rgl12,674lb
Cab. 257 566
Four-wheel drive 106 233
Extendible Stick. (excludes CTWT) 277 610 Rear Axle
Multi-Purpose bucket 131 288 Heavy duty axle with inboard planetary reduction and differential lock.
*
lncludes 16.9-24 10 PR tires. Front Axle
Oscillation 11" each direction from centerline. Switch on instrument panel
engages four-wheel drive, on-the-go, in any gear, forward and reverse.

tr
l|l steerins
Drive from differential to front wheels via planetary reduction in each wheel.
0n-the-go shifting up or down in all gears is retained in four-wheel drive.

Steering unit provides emergency steering capability in case of power failure.

Type ,.... Front Wheel
ïires
cvrinder (1)
Power Steering

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...Hydrostatic

Type
-Front Size Ply Rating Profile
Turning radius (wheels not braked), Standard 2wd.. 11 L-16 12 Laborer
two-wheel drive .3939 mm/1 2'11' optional 2wd...::: :: : :: :. : .: 1 1 L-16 10 Laborer
fou r-wheel d rive engaged .......3939 mm/1 2'11' Standard 4wd . 10.5-20 10 Industrial
Optional 4wd . 12.5/80-18 10 Traction
Optional 4wd . 12.5/80-18 10 Roading
Type Rear
-
Standard 2wd . 16.9-24 8 lndustrial
Service Refills Capacities Optional 2wd . 16.9-24 10 lndustrial
Optional 2wd . 19.5L-24 I lnd.-Flotation

Liters Optional 2wd . 19.5L-24 10 lnd.-Flotation

21
U.S. Gallons
Standard 4wd . 19.5L-24 10 Industrial
Cooling System
128
5.5
34
Optional 4wd . 19.5L-24 8 lndustrial
Fuel Tank.....
Engine 0il with Filter I 2.1
Transmission . 10 2.6
Rear Axle 18.5 4.9
Hyd raulic Reservoir...... 37.9 9.9
Hydraulic System 79 20.7
Four-Wheel Drive Front Axle 7.5 2.0
 4268 Backhoe Lift Capacity:
Standard Stick
Machine Dimensions
(SAE J49 and J732c) FEET METERS
22

20

mm ft/in
0verall transpoft length 691 7 22',ï',
Overall length (loader on ground) ...
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6957 22',q',
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Overall transport height
Overall width, with bucket
Height to top of canopy ....
Height to top of cab
3742
2262
2714
2714
12',s',
7's',
8'1 1.'
8'1 1"
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Height to top of exhaust stack. 27 47 9'0" I

Height to top of steering wheel ...... 1 948 6'4" 3 150--

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Height to loader hinge pin (transport) 388 1'3" ,.0'J
-1 STICK LIFT Kg/ bsl
Ground clearance - ...srl$
(machine main frame) 291 11" BOOM LIFT Kg /bs
- $ir
ai:atn

Rear axle centerline to front grill. 2609 8'6" -1

Front wheel tread 780 5'10"
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Rear wheel tread 1714 s',7',

Wheel base (2WD) 21 00 6'1 1"
(4wD) 2067 6'9"
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141

NOTE: Machine dimensions are based on a machine equipped with 0

11L-16, 12 PR front tires, 16.9-24, 8 PR rear tires. ROPS canopy, 2

4721 mm/15'6" backhoe with 600 mm 124" heavy duty bucket, loader with -157s3480
2262 mm/89", 0.96 m3/1 .25 yd'General Purpose bucket and standard 4

equipment unless otherwise specified. 6

I
FEET

METERS

426B Backhoe Lift Capacity: 426E Backhoe Lift Capacity:

Extendible Stick Retracted Extendible Stick Extended
- -
FEET METERS FEET METERS

22 22

20 20

ll
18 18

16 +10252260 16

14 I 'J, ,,Lol 14

12 12

ltJ;':{ffi
10 10

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'^oT I 8

tt
t395 5280 1002 2210.
6 6

-125
LIFT
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4
lt
97't 2140'

952 2100'
4

-121
VI LIFT
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Kg/ bs
ry,1
2
lt 2

-121 0

-2
lr
948 2090'

9572110
0

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tt
989 21 80
-2

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I

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tt
980 2160 -6

-8 -8
975 21 50

2600 -10 975 2150 -10

ll f
'"f -12

-14
993 2190
I

1M3
-12

-14

-16 -16

-18
-18
FEET

METERS

NOTE: Lift capacities are the over end values according to SAE J31.
Base vehicle includes open ROPS, two wheel drive, general purpose
bucket, and a 102 kg (225 lb) counterweight. Extendible stick includes a
454 kg (1000 lb) counterweight.
. lndicates lift capacity is stability limited.
I High Gapacity Backhoe Buckets

Width II
Canacities
Gapacities
SAE Rated
widrh SAE Rated Weight No. ol
mm tn L ft' kg lb Teeth mm in I t- ft3

450 18 I 180 6.5 I 149tCg 329

329 | 4
300 12 70 25 110 243 3
600 24 I 240 9.0 I 168168 369
369 | 4
400 16 100 35 121 266 4 750 30 I 320 1111.0
.0 I 191 420 |
420 5

450 18 130 4.5 126 278 4 900 36 I ssll 140 I zlt 455 I O

600 24 200 7.0 148 326 5 Note: lncludes weld-on adapters and replaceable tips.
750 30 260 95 179 395 5

900 36 320 11 5 190

Note: Includes weld-on adapters and replaceable tips.
417 6

I Extreme Service Backhoe Buckets

Gapacities No. ol
widrh SAE Rated Weight Teeth
mm tn L fts kg lb
450 18 100 4.0 141 323 4
600 24 160 6.0 1 64 360 4

Note: Includes weld-on adapters and replaceable tips.

Air cleaner, dry-type with precleaner and filter Front and rear Halogen working lights (4). R0PS canopy, with dual access.
condition indicator. Gauges: Seat, vinyl suspension, fully adjustable with
Alternator, 55-amp, 1 2-volt. Coolant temperature armrests.
Antifreeze solution (to -20"F). Fuel level. Seat belt, retractable (51 mm/2').
Audible system fault alarm. Tachometer. Spin-on fuel, engine oil and transmission oil
Backhoe , 4707 mm/15'6" center-pivot excavator Torque convefter oil temperature. f ilters.

style two-lever control. Voltmeter. Starting system, thermal starting aid.

Backhoe position footrest. Ground line fill fuel tank with 34-gallon Storage compartment, internal.
Battery, maintenance free, 700 CCA. capacity. Stop and tail lights (2).
Boom transport lock. Grouser type stabilizer shoes. Swing transporl lock.
Brace, lift cylinder. Headlights. Tires: Front 1 1 L-16, (12 PR)
Brake, parking. Hydraulic reservoir and cooler. Rear 16.9-24, (8 PR).
Brakes, oil-disc. lndicators: Tool box, external.
Bucket level indicator. Air cleaner service. Torque converter.
Counter weight 225 lbs. Brake on. Throttles, hand and foot.
Differential lock. CIock hour meter. Transmissi0n, fou r-speed synchromesh
Engine enclosure. Engine coolant. power shuttle with shuttle lever lock.
Engine, Cat 3054 with 12-volt electric staft. Hydraulic oil level sight gauge. Transm ission neutralizer switch.
Fan, suction. Oil pressure. Transport tie-down points.
Fast reversing shuttle, all gears. Instrument panel lights. Turbocharger.
Fenders, rear. Key starVstop system with auxilary position. Vandalism protection.
Fender cover. Loader, self-leveling with Return-to-Dig and Warning horn, front, electric.
Flashing hazard/signal lights. transmission disconnect switch on single- Water separator.
Floor mat. lever control.
Front axle pivot, maintenance free. Mirror, rear-view.
Front grill, impact absorbing. Power steering, hydrostatic.
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Optional Equipment
(with approximate change in operating weight)

Kg Lb Kg Lb

Air conditioner. 45 99 Hyd rau lic arrangements:

3rd valve, for loader ... 12 26
Alarm, back up (required
in some countries) 12 Auxiliary valve, backhoe, for
attachments.. 5
Alternator, 90-amp ..... 817 stick-mounted
boom
Auxiliary hydraulic line to 4
10

Backhoe bucket adapter kit.... 31 68 Mirrors, outsidemounted 17

9
37
Backhoe control lever
options (each) 920 Narrow gauge rear tires..
kit 3
Battery group, heavy duty 28 61 Radio installation
Rotating beacon 5
7
11
Buckets: backhoe, (See charts)
loader, multi-purpose 131 288 pads
Stabilizer street 37 82

Cab, ROPS (includes heater,

flip-over
Stabilizer street pads, 38 84
defroster and pressurizer) 257 566 Static seat, vinyl -21 -46

Counterweight 227 500

Stick, extendible... 277 610
340 750 Suspension seat, fabric 15 33
454 1 000
Tires . (see tire sec.)
Cutting edge, bolt-on
(loader bucket) 36 86
Fan, operator's compartment 2 4
Fold over forks for MP bucket 264 582
Four-wheel drive 106 233
Guards:
Stabilizer cylinder.. 59 130
4wd d riveshaft 29 64
Hydraulic lines for continuous
flow attachments 93 206
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Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice.
AEHQ3876 ( t2-93) Featured machines may include additional equipment applicable only for special applications. Printed in U.S.A.
(Replaces AEHQ37 9 t-0 I ) See your authorized Caterpillar dealer for available options. @ 1992 Caterpillar