Caterpillar has a well proven history in the construction equipment industry and has been producing the highest quality machines for 90 years, making progress possible and driving positive and sustainable change on every continent. For over 35 years, from the A Series to current product we have produced backhoe loaders that are designed with the operator in mind, providing reliability, power and a quality operator environment. The Cat 426 Backhoe Loader continues this tradition, providing a machine to help you grow your business.
Power - Net | — |
Operating Weight - Nominal | — |
Operating Weight - Maximum | — |
Power - Net | — |
Model | Cat 3054C Mechanical Turbo |
Emissions | Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 2/EU Stage II equivalent emission standards. |
Rated Power (Standard) - 2,200 rpm - Gross - ISO 14396 | — |
Net Peak Power Rating @ 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349 | 66.4 |
Torque Rise - 1,200 rpm - Net | 38 |
Maximum Torque - 1,400 rpm | — |
Bore | — |
Stroke | — |
Operating Weight - Nominal | — |
Operating Weight - Maximum | — |
Operating Weight | — |
Type | Closed Center |
Pump Type | Variable Flow, Axial Piston |
Maximum Pump Capacity | — |
System Pressure - Backhoe | — |
System Pressure - Loader | — |
Inside Cab | — |
Outside Cab | — |
Note | Travel speeds of Four Wheel Drive backhoe loader at full throttle, when equipped with 16.9×28 rear tires. |
Power Shuttle Transmission - Forward 1st | — |
Power Shuttle Transmission - Forward 2nd | — |
Power Shuttle Transmission - Forward 3rd | — |
Power Shuttle Transmission - Forward 4th | — |
Power Shuttle Transmission - Reverse 1st | — |
Power Shuttle Transmission - Reverse 2nd | — |
Power Shuttle Transmission - Reverse 3rd | — |
Power Shuttle Transmission - Reverse 4th | — |
Cooling System | — |
Fuel Tank | — |
Engine Oil - With Filter | — |
Transmission - Power Shuttle - AWD | — |
Rear Axle | — |
Rear Axle - Planetaries | — |
Front Axle (AWD) | — |
Front Axle (AWD) - Planetaries | — |
Hydraulic System | — |
Hydraulic Tank | — |
Operating Weight - Estimated | — |
Operating Weight - ROPS Capacity - Maximum | — |
Counterweights - Base | — |
Counterweights - Medium | — |
Note | *Machine Configuration – standard engine, standard stick hoe, standard cab with A/C, AWD standard shift transmission, 0.96 m3 MP loader bucket, 24 inch standard duty hoe bucket, 12.5/80-18 and 16.9-28 tires, no counterweight, 80 kg operator and full fuel tank. |
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - E-Stick: E-Stick | — |
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - E-Stick: Loader Bucket - MP with Fork Brackets | — |
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - E-Stick: Loader Bucket - GP | — |
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - E-Stick: Loader Bucket - MP | — |
Counterweights - High | — |
Features (1) | Heavy-duty rear axle with self adjusting inboard brakes and final drives. |
Features (2) | AWD is engaged by front console panel switch or by brake pedal during all-wheel-braking operation. AWD can be engaged on the move, under load, in any gear, forward or reverse. AWD has outer final drives for easy maintenance. |
Features (3) | AWD front axle is pendulum mounted and permanently sealed and lubricated, requiring no daily maintenance. Also features double-acting steering cylinder with 52° steering angle for increased maneuverability. |
Front Axle (AWD) - Static | — |
Front Axle (AWD) - Dynamic | — |
Rear Axle - Static | — |
Rear Axle - Dynamic | — |
Type | Front Wheel |
Power Steering | Hydrostatic |
AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Bore | — |
AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Stroke | — |
AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Rod Diameter | — |
Turning Circle - AWD (inner wheel not braked) - Outside, Front Wheels | — |
Turning Circle - AWD (inner wheel not braked) - Outside, Widest Loading Bucket | — |
Type | Fully enclosed boosted, hydraulic, multiple discs. |
Features (1) | Inboard oil-immersed, hydraulically actuated multiple Kevlar discs on final drive input shaft. |
Features (2) | Completely enclosed and sealed. |
Features (3) | Self-adjusting. |
Features (4) | Dual foot-operated boosted brake pedals can be interlocked for roading. |
Features (5) | Parking/secondary brakes are independent of the service brake system. Parking (secondary) brake is mechanically applied through a hand lever located in the right side console. |
Features (6) | Meets ISO 3450:2011 and CMVR requirements. |
Bucket Dig Force | — |
Digging Depth, Manufacturer's Maximum | — |
Loading Reach | — |
Maximum Operating Height | — |
Stick Dig Force | — |
Digging Depth, 2440 mm Flat Bottom | — |
Reach from Swing Pivot at Ground Line | — |
Digging Depth, 600 mm Flat Bottom, Manufacturer's | — |
Bucket Rotation | 205° |
Stabilizer Overall Width | — |
Digging Depth, 600 mm Flat Bottom | — |
Digging Depth, SAE Maximum | — |
Loading Height | — |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Maximum Operating Height | — |
Tilt Breakout Force | — |
Dump Height at Maximum Angle | — |
Tipping Load at Breakout Point | — |
Maximum Hinge Pin Height | — |
Lift Breakout Force | — |
Maximum Bucket Rollback at Ground Level | 42° |
Grill to Bucket Cutting Edge, Carry Position | — |
Width | — |
Dump Reach at Maximum Angle | — |
Digging Depth | — |
Lift Capacity at Maximum Height | — |
Maximum Grading Angle | 116° |
Dump Angle at Full Height | 46° |
Capacity | — |
Stabilizer Overall Width | — |
Maximum Operating Height | — |
Loading Reach | — |
Stick Dig Force | — |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Loading Height | — |
Digging Depth, SAE Maximum | — |
Reach from Swing Pivot at Ground Line | — |
Digging Depth, Manufacturer's Maximum | — |
Digging Depth, 2440 mm Flat Bottom | — |
Digging Depth, 600 mm Flat Bottom, Manufacturer's | — |
Bucket Dig Force | — |
Bucket Rotation | 205° |
Digging Depth, 600 mm Flat Bottom | — |
Maximum Operating Height | — |
Dump Reach at Maximum Angle | — |
Digging Depth | — |
Tilt Breakout Force | — |
Lift Capacity at Maximum Height | — |
Tipping Load at Breakout Point | — |
Maximum Hinge Pin Height | — |
Lift Breakout Force | — |
Dump Height at Maximum Angle | — |
Capacity | — |
Width | — |
Maximum Bucket Rollback at Ground Level | 40° |
Dump Angle at Full Height | — |
Grill to Bucket Cutting Edge, Carry Position | — |
Maximum Grading Angle | 116° |
Digging Depth, 2440 mm Flat Bottom | — |
Loading Reach | — |
Reach from Swing Pivot at Ground Line | — |
Digging Depth, 600 mm Flat Bottom | — |
Loading Height | — |
Maximum Operating Height | — |
Bucket Dig Force | — |
Stabilizer Overall Width | — |
Digging Depth, Manufacturer's Maximum | — |
Stick Dig Force | — |
Digging Depth, 600 mm Flat Bottom, Manufacturer's | — |
Digging Depth, SAE Maximum | — |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Bucket Rotation | 205° |
Dig Depth | — |
E-Stick Extended | — |
E-Stick Retracted | — |
Capacity | — |
Width | — |
Lift Capacity at Maximum Height | — |
Lift Breakout Force | — |
Tilt Breakout Force | — |
Tipping Load - Breakout Point | — |
Maximum Hinge Pin Height | — |
Dump Angle at Full Height | 46° |
Dump Height at Maximum Angle | — |
Dump Reach at Maximum Angle | — |
Maximum Bucket Rollback at Ground Level | 41° |
Digging Depth | — |
Maximum Grading Angle | 113° |
Grill to Bucket Cutting Edge, Carry Position | — |
Maximum Operating Height | — |
Capacity | — |
Width | — |
Lift Capacity at Maximum Height | — |
Lift Breakout Force | — |
Tilt Breakout Force | — |
Tipping Load - Breakout Point | — |
Maximum Hinge Pin Height | — |
Overall Length in Roading Position | — |
Overall Transportation Length | — |
Overall Transportation Height - 4.3 m | — |
Overall Width | — |
Height to Top of Cab/Canopy | — |
Height to Top of Exhaust Stack | — |
Rear Axle Centerline to Front Grill | — |
Wheelbase AWD | — |
Overall Length in Roading Position | — |
Overall Transportation Length | — |
Overall Transportation Height - 4.3 m | — |
Overall Width | — |
Height to Top of Cab/Canopy | — |
Height to Top of Exhaust Stack | — |
Rear Axle Centerline to Front Grill | — |
Wheelbase AWD | — |
Note | Dimensions and performance specifications shown are for machines equipped with 12.5/80-18 front tires, 16.9-28 rear tires, standard cab, standard stick with 610 mm standard duty bucket, and standard equipment unless otherwise specified. |
The operator station on the 426 is designed to provide maximum comfort, ease of operation and all day comfort for today’s demanding operator. Designed specifically for the market, the 426 cab features a spacious interior, flat glass and excellent visibility. The cab is wider allowing the operator to freely move when turning from one mode of operation to another. Excellent ergonomics ensure that all controls are within easy reach of the operator, with a tiltable steering column and arm rests available as optional upgrades. Other features include additional storage space, large vents throughout the cab and clear gauges that provide information to the operator to help maximize the machine’s performance. Tinted glass is offered as standard to keep operators comfortable in all environments.
The 426 features the Cat 3054C engine (U.S. EPA Tier 2/EU Stage II equivalent) as standard and the Cat C4.4 engine (U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA equivalent) as optional. The engine is a four cylinder, four stroke direct injection turbo, equipped with standard glow plug starting for optimal cold weather performance. This provides reliable starting performance down to –26° C. An optional cold weather pack is available giving reliable starting performance down to –55° C. The engine also features a gear driven water pump, providing better reliability than conventional belt driven technology.
The 426 rear axle is an enclosed design with a wet multi-plate braking system. The system is oil immersed and self-adjusting, and allows operation in the harshest environments. The rear axle offers 100% Diff-Lock giving increased traction when working on poor ground conditions. This gives increased performance with less wear and tear to tires. The system has dual brake pedals for split braking in confined working spaces. The All Wheel Drive (AWD) is engaged via a front console panel switch or by the brake pedal during all-wheel-braking operation. The AWD can be engaged on the move, under load, in any gear and in forward or reverse. The AWD front axle is pendulum mounted and permanently sealed and lubricated, requiring no daily maintenance. A guard is available to protect the drive shaft increasing the durability of this machine when working in hard rocky environments.
The 426 comes equipped with a 40 km/h Power-Shuttle transmission, improving roading speed and providing better spacing between gear ratios. The forward/reverse lever on the steering column is placed for easy directional changes on the move, and the gear selection is from a floor mounted shift lever.
The 426 parallel lift loader boasts class leading lift capacities and breakout forces, providing more power and greater productivity. Available with General Purpose Bucket, Multi Purpose Bucket, or Multi Purpose Bucket with Forks, the 426 can be matched precisely to your needs. The parallel lift loader arms make light work of lifting and loading whilst offering excellent forward visibility along with outstanding material retention throughout the lift and lower cycles.
Ride control option offers loader suspension to improve ride comfort when moving around the job site or roading the machine. There is also the added benefit of increased material retention providing an invaluable boost in productivity.
Caterpillar’s instantly recognizable boom is more than a cosmetic design feature, it also outperforms straight boom designs too. Whether close-up truck loading on a narrow highway or digging over obstacles such as walls, the excavator style boom outperforms the rest. Combine this versatility with powerful breakout forces and the controllability of the load-sensing, flow sharing hydraulic system and you have the best boom and stick combination in the industry. The boom is a narrow design, ensuring maximum visibility to the work tool and ground. Additionally, our system offers swing and boom cushioning as standard. This feature enables very fast trenching by damping the boom on lift. Swing cushioning enables easy spotting of the hoe over the trench to reduce cycle times and boost productivity.
The 426 is available with an extendible stick that increases dig depth and reach capability. This allows for greater machine versatility and reduces the amount of time spent repositioning the machine. A sliding inner section design helps to ensure the wear pads remain as dirt free as possible, extending adjustment and replacement intervals. One-Way or Two-Way lines, for operating hydraulic work tools, are available with the E-Stick and have been routed so that they are protected from damage when working in the narrowest of trenches.
It’s rare that you’ll be working at full production 100% of the time, so why should the machine be working at full capacity, using more fuel, making more noise and generally increasing wear and tear on key components? The 426 has a load-sensing, closed center hydraulic system, which is designed to closely match power and flow to the demand needed by the operation. This works to both increase fuel efficiency and decrease wear and tear.
So whether you’re in full trenching mode, or delicately digging around services, you are always in total control. In applications such as loading and carrying, speed is important. The system will match the flow needed to get the job done quickly and efficiently. As there is minimal demand on the system unless needed, there are less parasitic horsepower losses and more power available for rimpull which means better loading and roading performance.
The 426 also features flow-sharing hydraulic valves, ensuring that the correct flow of oil reaches the implement cylinders, providing greater control and eliminating oil starvation when operating multiple functions, such as grading with the backhoe.
Daily checks that can be time consuming for a busy operator are kept to a minimum on the 426. The 426 is equipped with a flip open hood, allowing access to all the check and fill points, air cleaner, washer bottle and visual check indicators. The 426 offers a clear bowl precleaner, designed especially for the tough environments that this machine operates in giving extra protection to the engine. This is located on top of the hood and gives a visual indicator to the operator that it needs to be emptied, allowing the operator to keep everything clear of debris and the system running cool. The 426 carries on the Cat backhoe loader tradition with sealed for life axle oscillating pins, axle and driveshaft U-joints. Cat Product Link system provides remote reporting of machine location and hours.
Your Cat dealer can offer a comprehensive range of Customer Value Agreements (CVA) that can be individually tailored to suit your finances and requirements. Dealers can offer a range of options from a full preventive maintenance with Scheduled Oil Sampling (S·O·SSM) package to a parts only CVA. Protect your valuable investment and know exactly what your monthly payments will be to help you run your business.
Your dealer can help you with your machine purchase decision, based on your requirements and help keep operating costs to a minimum. Is the machine you have in mind exactly the best for your job or could there be a more suitable solution?
Speak to your dealer about additional support. They can advise you on operating techniques for your machine that will minimize wear and tear, maximize productivity, lower owning and operating costs and help you make the most of the fantastic features offered on the Cat backhoe loader.
General Purpose (1.05 m³), Multi Purpose (1.0 m³) and Multi Purpose with Forks (1.0 m³) buckets are all available on the 426 and are all fitted with Bolt-on Teeth.
A mechanical coupler is available for the 426 making changing rear work tools easy and safe.
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