Caterpillar Product Information

Competitive Bulletin
December 2008

Cat® vs. Case M Series 3

Backhoe Loaders
416E vs. 580 M
420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M
420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+
430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M
430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+

Both Cat and Case models meet U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIa emissions requirements.

For Dealer Sales Personnel ®

Table of Contents

Backhoe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Loader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Operator Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Hydraulics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Engine and Drive Train . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

2 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. December 2008
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+

Backhoe.
Cat – Boom
• Industry leading Cat excavator style boom
increases clearance over obstacles and allows
the operator to position the machine closer to
trucks for loading, providing 254 mm (10 in)
of clearance in the deepest part of the curve.
Narrow design increases visibility to the trench.
• Fabricated design has excellent strength to
weight ratio for optimum durability and
performance.
• Boom operation is smooth throughout the entire
range of travel.
• Heavy-duty boom nose provides strength and
durability for long component life.
• Brackets can be welded to Cat fabricated boom
for adding work tools, or can be weld repaired
in very severe applications.
• Rubber bumpers keep the boom tight during
transport.
December 2008 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs.
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Backhoe
Case – Boom
• Straight, ductile iron boom has a disadvantage
in clearance, reach and dig depth, truck loading
and reaching over obstacles.
• Large, cast boom is heavy for its strength. If a
crack develops, boom may not be repaired and
must be exchanged.
• Over center boom design can limit versatility in
near vertical position, such as truck loading in
tight quarters due to boom bounce.
• Open section boom nose is more prone to failure
and downtime.
• Cast boom and stick cannot be welded.
• Rubber bumpers are used, but are frequently
found damaged due to over center impacts.
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Cat – Extendible Stick Case – Extendible Stick

• Wear pads are located on all four sides of the
stick at each end for less wear and a quieter
more stable operation.
• Non-metallic wear material requires no grease.
Silicon spray is the only recommended lubricant.
• E-stick has bolt-on wear pads that can be easily
adjusted in the field. Wedge shaped pads speed
the adjustment for a snug fit.
• Metallic wear pad replacement on extendible
stick requires disassembly, cutting off worn
strips and welding new ones in place, resulting
in higher costs and increased downtime.
• Case extendible stick must be periodically
lubricated with grease, attracting dirt and
accelerating wear.
• No shimming is possible.

• A cleanout port allows for easy removal of debris. • No cleanout port is provided.

• All sticks have thumb mounting provisions for • No factory thumb mounting provisions
factory thumb installation or easy field retrofit. are provided.

4 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. December 2008
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
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Cat – Gripping Teeth and Linkage Case – Gripping Teeth and Linkage

• Long, serrated edges integrated into the
extendible stick’s outer sliding structure helps
to clamp material.
• High rotation backhoe linkage provides
205 degrees of rotation.
• Single pin design makes the backhoe bucket dig
a deeper vertical wall and then take the spoil up
and over a truck side in the same cycle.
• No gripping edges are provided for clamping.
• Case linkage achieves a maximum rotation
of 190 degrees.
• Two positions for the bucket link trade off force
and rotation. The #1 factory setting provides
164 degrees of rotation to achieve published
maximum breakout. Deep digging, vertical
wall capability is not possible. The #2 position
sacrifices about 20% breakout force to provide
only 190 degrees of rotation for vertical
wall digging.

December 2008 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. 5
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
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Cat – Buckets Case – Buckets

• Excavator style profile provides excellent fill • Conventional, long-floor bucket profile results
factors for productivity. in lower productivity.

• Hardened steel in bucket corners for better wear
characteristics.
• New DRS230 tooth system [Diagonal Retention
System with 58 mm (2.3 in) wide bucket
adapters] is easily accessed with a punch and
hammer to change teeth.
• Bucket teeth in the corners are welded to the
base edge as well as the side bar for durability.
• No hardened steel in the corners.
• Horizontal pin retention makes changing teeth
difficult. A special tool must be used.
• Adapters on corner teeth are simply welded
to the inside, susceptible to weld porosity,
and are not integrated into the corners.

6 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. December 2008
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
 Backhoe

Cat – Couplers Case – Couplers

• All A-, B-, C-, D- and E-Series buckets and • Compatibility to legacy buckets can be
work tools are compatible. confusing due to different interfaces over time.

• Four separate E-Series quick couplers allow the
user to interchange with either: 1) D-/E-Series,
2) B-/C-Series, 3) SL/SM Case or 4) SE/SG/SJ
Deere bucket interchangeability. Couplers that
fit Case or Deere buckets also fit Cat D- and
E-Series buckets.
• All Cat couplers allow full rotation of
Cat buckets, maximizing performance.
• Case does not offer couplers for
interchangeability with competitive buckets.
• Case Bucket Coupler limits the total rotation
to 164 degrees in the #1 pin position, or reduces
breakout force by about 20% with 190 degrees
of rotation in the #2 position.

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580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Backhoe
Cat – Performance
• 416E: Efficient and powerful with state of the
art load sensing hydraulics.
• 420E/430E: Pilot operated joystick controls
provide world class control and comfort in
trenching and lifting applications.
• 430E: Larger boom and stick cylinders increase
the lift and dig forces with a longer reach.
8 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs.
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Case – Performance
• 580M S3 (Tier 3): In 1.2 m (4 ft) trenching at
maximum speed, the 416E is:
– 18% more productive (yd3/hr or m3/hr)
– 11% more fuel efficient (yd3/gal or m3/liter)
– 8% worse in fuel consumption (gal/hr or liter/hr)
– 14% better in cycle times and
– 24% better in bucket fill factor
– The 416E has a clear, demonstrable advantage
in this class.
• 580SM+ S3 (Tier 3): In 1.2 m (4 ft) trenching
at maximum speed, the 420E is:
– 7% more productive (yd3/hr or m3/hr)
– 2% more fuel efficient (yd3/gal or m3/liter)
– 10% worse in fuel consumption (gal/hr or
liter/hr)
– 7% worse in cycle times
– 3% lower in bucket fill factor and
– 2% slower in bucket fill rate
– Although the 420E will demonstrate very well
in this class, ensuring operator comfort and
control orientation is important to eliminate
operator bias.
• 590SM S3 (Tier 3): In 1.2 m (4 ft) trenching at
maximum speed, the 430E is:
– 17% more productive (yd3/hr or m3/hr)
– 15% more fuel efficient (yd3/gal or m3/liter)
– 2% better in fuel consumption (gal/hr or liter/hr)
– 5% slower in cycle times
– Equal in bucket fill factor and
– 12% better in bucket fill rate (yd3/hr or m3/hr)
– The 430E has a clear demonstrable advantage
in this class.
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Loader.
Cat – Performance
• Single tilt loader on the E-Series provides a
powerful, yet smooth operation for all material
handling. Whether backfilling or truck loading,
this efficient loader is easy to use productively.
• Equally productive in bucket work, the
Integrated Toolcarrier loader increases versatility
with a quick coupler and auxiliary hydraulics.
This linkage provides more breakout force for
hard banks and an exclusive mechanical
parallel-lift for fork pallet handling.
• Gearing propels the E-Series to over 40 km/h
(25 mph) on flat, level ground.
December 2008 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs.
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Loader
Case – Performance
• 580M S3 (Tier 3): In tight “V” truck loading,
the 416E is:
– 34% more productive (yd3/hr or m3/hr)
– 32% more fuel efficient (yd3/gal or m3/liter)
– Equal in fuel consumption (gal/hr or liter/hr)
– 18% better in cycle times
– 14% better in bucket fill factor and
– 15% more bucket heaped capacity in 0.96 m3
(1.25 yd3) rating.
– The 416E has a clear, demonstrable advantage
in this class.
• 580SM+ S3 (Tier 3): In tight “V” truck loading,
the 420E/E IT is:
– 6% more productive (yd3/hr or m3/hr)
– 13% less fuel efficient (yd3/gal or m3/liter)
– 16% worse in fuel consumption (gal/hr or
liter/hr)
– 4% better in cycle times
– Equal in bucket fill factor
– 18% faster in bucket fill rate (yd3/hr or m3/hr) and
– 23% more bucket struck capacity in the
0.96 m3 (1.25 yd3) rating
– Although the 420E will demonstrate very well
in this class, ensuring operator comfort and
control orientation is important to eliminate
operator bias.
• 590SM S3 (Tier 3): In tight “V” truck loading,
the 430E/E IT is:
– 37% more productive (yd3/hr or m3/hr)
– 29% more fuel efficient (yd3/gal or m3/liter)
– 11% worse in fuel consumption (yd3/hr or m3/hr)
– 22% better in cycle times
– Equal in bucket fill factor
– 21% faster in bucket fill rate (yd3/hr or m3/hr) and
– 23% more bucket struck capacity in the
0.96 m3 (1.25 yd3) rating
– The 430E has a clear, demonstrable advantage
in this class.
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Loader
Cat – Buckets
• General Purpose bucket has reversible, two-
piece cutting edge design and is easy to replace.
• General Purpose buckets have cutting edge
material built into the corners for maximum
wear life.
• Large torque tube design strengthens bucket
while providing a level surface to gauge
bucket position.
• Rounded, formed torque tube requires no full
width welds across the top of bucket; excellent
for dozing with the bucket rolled over.
• Twin, drilled holes allow bolt-on teeth to be
installed for hard bank work.
• Integrated CERTIFIED lift points.
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580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Case – Buckets
• General Purpose bucket uses a reversible,
one-piece cutting edge, required to add strength
to the base edge.
• Buckets utilize mild steel sidebars in the lower
corners, susceptible to accelerated wear.
• Smaller, fabricated torque tube allows bucket
to flex during loader work, leading to a
permanent set.
• Fabricated torque tube exposes full width welds
across the top of the bucket; weld is vulnerable
when dozing with the bucket rolled over.
• Bolt-on cutting edge must always be installed
for strength. Bolt-on teeth are not optional.
• Bucket lift points are made of nuts and bolts.
No certification provided.
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Cat – Arms and Linkage
• Full width, 57 mm (2 1⁄4 in) diameter loader
tower pin is stronger for heavy-duty loads.
• Loader arm guides resist side loads, preventing
added stress on main loader tower pin.
• Large diameter hardened pins are used for load
carrying capacity. Hardened, replaceable
bushings are used for durability.
• Divergent loader arms enhance visibility to loader
implement.
• Formed loader arms for structural integrity, neat
appearance, sheds debris effectively while thick
reinforced plates gain strength through the
“knee” of the loader arms.
• Strategic routing of hydraulic lines prevents
hose, tube or fitting damage. Protected hydraulic
hose routing reduces chance of damage.
• Single Tilt loader arms are rounded on top to
shed debris and eliminate welds for strength.
December 2008 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs.
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Loader
Case – Arms and Linkage
• 51 mm (2 in) loader tower pin has less
load-carrying capability and can shear with
severe shocks.
• There are no loader arm guides to help resist
side loads.
• Nuts and bolts used at four pivot points in tilt
linkage; linkage becomes loose as bolts and
bores wear. Loose linkage causes difficulty
in finish grading.
• Parallel loader arms mounted wide at loader
tower obstruct the view to the bucket corners.
• Cross sectional area of loader arms is smaller,
having less strength.
• Hose routing allows rubbing between hoses
and loader arms causing failure and downtime.
Tilt cylinder hoses and fittings are vulnerable
to damage from bucket spill over.
• New Series 3 loader arms have many long,
curved welds on box section, creating a greater
potential for joint gaps and are susceptible to
weld quality issues. Operators have noted that
debris slides down the top of the arms, breaking
windshield glass.
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Cat – Arms and Linkage (Quick Coupler) Case – Arms and Linkage (Quick Coupler)

• Available in Single Tilt or Integrated Toolcarrier
(parallel lift) design with standard, integral
quick coupler.
• An industry exclusive, Cat offers an Integrated
Toolcarrier (IT) for maximum versatility
without sacrificing bucket work performance.
Parallel lifting is achieved automatically and
is inherent to the linkage design. Pilot operated
joystick comes with the IT. Maximum loads
can be completely adjusted at full height.
• Only one loader linkage is available. The optional
loader quick coupler does not provide material
retention for heavy loads. Parallel lifting is not
achieved. Bucket breakout force is diminished
without an integral design.
• Offered an as add-on, the quick coupler on the
loader does not offer parallel lift nor tilt recovery
at maximum load. Bucket work performance is
sacrificed to achieve versatility. Hydraulic and
mechanical connections are cumbersome.

• A continuous flow button for the IT loader • No continuous flow function is offered for
controller will hold the auxiliary hydraulic flow the loader.
at any flow setting needed in broom operation.

12 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. December 2008
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
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Operator Compartment.

Cat – Ergonomics Case – Ergonomics

• Spacious E-Series cab offers more comfort and • Less head and foot room are noticed.
visibility.
• Mechanical suspension seats are standard unless
• Standard air suspension seat. machine is a “+” series.

• 420E/430E: Foot operated tilt steering is standard. • Tilt steering is optional.

• Excellent legroom in the backhoe seat position. • Standard mechanical controls maintain a rear
console as an obstacle.
• The steering spinner knob allows easy turning
in fast loader cycles. • An optional “Quick Steer” option is available.

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Cat – Hand and Foot Controls Case – Hand and Foot Controls

• Heavy-duty foot pedals for durability.
Governor pedal pivots at floor level for easy
heel placement and controllability.
• Forward/reverse shuttle provides easy and
smooth directional changes.
• Parking brake serves as a separate braking
system in an emergency.
• Light duty foot pedals are not as durable.
Governor is less controllable over rough terrain.
• Forward/reverse shifter has detent limiting
smooth operation.
• Parking brake uses service brakes. In the event
of a service brake failure, no emergency braking
is available.

14 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. December 2008
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
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Cat – Windows Case – Windows

• Door and side glasses can be fully opened • Only one door glass section per side can be
for excellent ventilation. opened, limiting ventilation.

• 420E/430E: Left and right side doors are • Left side door is standard; right side door must
included in the cab option. be ordered as an option.

• Rear window can be stowed above the operator • Rear window sections slide into lower position,
completely out of the work area view. which can obscure view to work area.

• Lower portion of rear glass can stow away with • Lower portion of rear glass cannot be opened
upper glass. limiting visibility and ventilation.

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580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Operator Compartment
Cat – Hour Meter, Monitor and Gauges
• Hour meter can be seen from ground level with
machine off.
• Standard monitoring system includes engine air
restriction, low engine oil pressure, low alternator,
hydraulic filter restriction, parking brake status
and low brake pressure warnings, a fuel/water
separator service warning and an action light to
indicate other system malfunctions. A seat belt
indicator is not available.
• On-board diagnostics monitor and collect
engine and machine systems, allowing faster
indication and diagnosis. Two electronic access
ports allow technician or customer access to
view fault codes, adjust system parameters and
download software to the machine via computer.
Electronic Technician application software and
adapter hardware is required.
16 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs.
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Case – Hour Meter, Monitor and Gauges
• Machine must be “ON” to check the hour meter.
• Conventional gauges and warning indicators
come with base models.
• Series 3 units include a new monitor package
with an LCD panel with menu selections and
on-board diagnostics. Warning lights include
engine air restriction, low alternator, engine oil
pressure, A/C high pressure, cold start, hydraulic
filter restriction, parking brake status and low fuel.
• Series 3 monitor display shows hour meter
transmission status and engine speed. Menu
selections for cruise control, foot throttle
sensitivity, cold weather idle settings and
maintenance.
December 2008
 Operator Compartment

Cat – Side Console Case – Side Console

• All canopies include an integrated rotating
vandal guard over the gauges that locks to
protect from elements and vandalism.
Not available for cab units.
• Large gauges with white background for
excellent visibility.
• Parking brake allows modulated, emergency
stopping controlled by the operator.
• Anti-vandalism cover is only offered for canopy
units. Cover tends to rattle when stored and is
not an integral design. Not available for cab units.
• Standard gauge package has smaller dials in
a cluster on black backgrounds.
• Electric parking brake does not allow operator
to control the stopping in the event of a power
or service brake failure.

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580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
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Cat – Air Conditioning Case – Air Conditioning

• A/C filter is located within the right fender, • A/C filter is located overhead which can allow
while ambient air is drawn higher on the B post. debris or condensation to fall on operator.

• Interior filter is located low within the right side

console, keeping operator and controls clean.

• Extend filter life with compressed air, directed

from clean side to dirty side.

18 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. December 2008
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
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Cat – Backhoe Controls (416E only) Case – Backhoe Controls

• Mechanical controls are standard. • Mechanical controls are standard for all models.

• Low effort levers utilize the Cat smooth, multi-
function tuning of the load sensing hydraulics.
• Stabilizer controls remain on the side console,
easy to access in both loader and backhoe
seating positions.
• Open center gear pump hydraulics tend to have
higher lever efforts. Only “+” series models
offer load sensing hydraulics.
• Stabilizer controls are in the rear console, harder
to reach from the loader seating position.

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580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
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Cat – Backhoe Controls (420E/430E) Case – Backhoe Controls

• Standard Pilot Controls • Optional Pilot Controls.

• Anywhere in the rpm range, Cat Pilot Controls are
smooth and responsive with low joystick effort.
• Ergonomic thumb wheels control the E-Stick
and auxiliary hydraulics for one or two-way flow.
• Operator has full control to enable or disable the
joysticks. The machine does not shut off the
controls automatically.
• A standard, rear continuous flow button holds
either auxiliary function at any flow setting
needed for compactor, cold planer or auger use.
• Operators using the optional Case Pilot Controls
have noticed significant hydraulic instability
using the stick out, boom up, and stabilizers.
Also, working in close can cause jerkiness.
• Push button controls for extendible stick operation
are difficult to modulate for fine movements.
• Joysticks must be enabled each time the
machine is started.
• No continuous flow function is offered for
the backhoe.

20 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. December 2008
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
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Cat – AccuGrade Case – AccuGrade

• AccuGrade Site Reference System for Backhoe • No comparable feature exists.

Loaders: Assists excavation to predetermined
coordinates, using an in-cab display, cylinder
position sensors, and an inclinometer. LED lights
and sound feedback for instant adjustment monitor
bucket positioning “On-Grade” without the need
for a laborer and trench stick. The system can be
upgraded to operate with a laser transmitter.

• In-Cab Display: Intuitive software and push

button controls allow the operator to set target
grades. Display provides bucket position, grade
settings, LED light and sound feedback, plus
descriptive, on-board diagnostic information.

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580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Operator Compartment

Cat – Stabilizer Controls Case – Stabilizer Controls

• 420E/430E: Standard, pilot operated
stabilizer controls provide low effort and
fine modulation control.
• Time saving Auto-Up Stabilizers included
with deluxe cab. Lever detent position allows
the operator to raise the stabilizers while
turning the seat around for forward operation.
• Standard, mechanical controls are located on the
rear center console making it difficult to reach
while in the forward position. Mechanical
stabilizer controls are harder to operate and
modulation is more difficult.
• Auto-Up Stabilizers are available only with the
Pilot Controls option.

• Auto-Up Stabilizers are pilot controlled for low • Fingertip stabilizer controls with the Pilot Controls
effort and smooth operation. Light, fingertip option are very short. Controllability with fine,
touch can easily level the frame. leveling movements is difficult with limited
modulation.

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580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
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Cat – Stabilizers Case – Stabilizers

• Stabilizer Flip-Over Pads have an aggressive
“bite” on the grouser side, keeping the machine
from sliding.
• Street sides of the Stabilizer Flip-Over Pads are
reversible for extended life.
• Cat design incorporates a tube that alleviates the
hose from making a tight bend to connect the
upper cylinder port.
• Stabilizer Flip-Over Pads do not penetrate soil
as well on the grouser side.
• Rubber pads are not reversible.
• Hoses can be routed in ways prone to damage
or rubbing. In some cases a lesser quality hose
is wrapped and is forced to turn 180 degrees
to the port, increasing stress.

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Cat – Additional Features Case – Additional Features

• Offered as a kit from Parts, optional Machine • No comparable features exist.

Security System (MSS) provides effective theft
protection with a wide range of flexibility for
key management.

• Optional Product Link feature gives the ability

to remotely and instantly communicate key
parameters such as hour meter, location four
times/day (GPS), total fuel consumption,
machine events and diagnostic data.

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Hydraulics.
Cat – Performance
• Flow-sharing hydraulic valves automatically
distribute flow to optimize multi-function
implement performance. Closed-centered
implement valves signal hydraulic system
requirements to a control valve located on
the pump.
• Standard load-sensing variable flow hydraulic
system provides full force and pressure at any
engine speed. Benefits are fuel savings, extended
component life, and quiet operation while
placing heavy loads.
• Axial piston pumps have balanced internal
forces, leading to longer service life.
• All hydraulic functions can be opened to full
stroke at any engine speed without stalling engine.
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Hydraulics
Case – Performance
• Hydraulic valves are conventional, requiring the
operator to compensate for flow control among
implements.
• 580M/580SM/590SM: Open-center gear pump
requires maximum engine speed for maximum
flow and pressure resulting in higher fuel usage,
wasted horsepower and more equipment wear
and tear. Hydraulic system loses efficiency over
time as the gears in the hydraulic pump wear.
Engine may stall when operating at lower RPM.
• 580SM+/590SM+: As a premium option in the
“Plus” series, units are equipped with load
sensing variable displacement pumps.
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Hydraulics

Cat – Hose and Fittings Case – Hose and Fittings

• XT™-3 EX (Enhanced Spiral) hydraulic hose • Case uses a single layer or plastic wrapped hose,
made of four overlapping, insulated wire spiral which is more susceptible to damage resulting
wraps bonded together for long and reliable life. in downtime.

• O-Ring Face Seal fittings provide dry, positive
connections with lower sensitivity to improper
torque and vibrations.
• JIC fittings used on Case are torque sensitive,
will leak if under-torqued and may fail with
too much torque. Fittings may not seal if joint
is contaminated and vibration can cause fitting
to loosen and leak.

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 Hydraulics

Cat – Protection Case – Protection

• All 416E and all Single Tilt Loaders: Standard, • Standard backhoe valve spools attract dirt;
mechanical spools have always been protected accelerating seal wear and oil contamination.
by external, rubber boots.

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Chassis
Chassis.
Cat – Main Frame
• Loader tower frame has a fully welded, closed
section torque tube for maximum strength.
• Redesigned for increased strength, the rear axle
mount is improved to reduce stress while the
box-section rear frame adds strength.
• Loader tower torque tube is filled with grease
to lubricate the inner bearings.
• Engine and transmission mounts are
significantly reinforced for additional load
carrying capability.
• Rear frame is made of a box section design
for increased torsional strength.
• Swing post area integrates a reinforcement plate
which more smoothly transitions force into the
mainframe.
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Case – Main Frame
• Torque tube in the loader tower has a smaller
circumference with less resistance to bending
in heavy applications.
• Comparatively, the main frame uses thinner
plating and structural properties. Some areas
of the frame, such as the stabilizer mounts,
are not fully welded.
• Loader tower is not filled with grease, though
grease points are on both the loader arms and
loader tower.
• Engine and transmission mounts are not as robust.
• A conventional I-beam construction is maintained.
• Swing post area has not been updated with
reinforcement plates.
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Cat – Fuel Tank and Battery Box
• Footing is secure with durable, stamped steel
plate on the fuel tank and battery/toolbox.
• Bolt-on steps can be removed easily for repair
or replacement.
• Maintenance free batteries are easily accessed
by a lockable, hinged door, part of an integrated
toolbox design.
• Ample tool storage space is provided without
hindering battery access.
• Fuel tank filler neck can be unbolted for
servicing tank or replacement.
• Standard electrical disconnect switch has an
optional lock-out/tag-out capability.
Case – Fuel Tank and Battery Box
• Tank surfaces have grip tape strips that peel off
leaving a slippery step.
• Steps are part of tank fabrication and are not
easily removed or repaired.
• In order to service the battery, one must gain
access by removing a bolted cover and swing
out toolbox (if equipped).
• Limited tool storage space provided with
optional external tool box.
• Fuel tank filler neck is welded, preventing tank
access and easy replacement.
• No electrical disconnect is offered.

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Cat – Hydraulic Tank Case – Hydraulic Tank

• Hydraulic fill point is protected within the • Hydraulic tank is easily contaminated while
engine compartment and color-coded in BLUE. cap is being removed.

• Sight gauge is highly visible and well protected • Sight gauge is easily covered by debris and
within the chassis. susceptible to damage behind the front tire.

• Non-metallic to eliminate rust formation during
cool down overnight.
• Non-metallic tank is not susceptible to weld
quality or weld slag residue problems.
• Condensation forming over time in the steel
hydraulic tank can cause rust formation,
reducing component life.
• Welded tanks can have pin hole leaks or be
contaminated with weld slag.

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Cat – Swing Frame Case – Swing Frame

• Top grease fittings feed grease around the bearings • Top grease fittings load grease into one side of
while washing out any possible contamination. the bearing, making it hard for grease to circulate.

• Bottom grease fittings are protected from damage.
• Machined grease grooves in the boom foot pin
extends life by controlling grease. Grease holes
are controlled to inject grease consistently.
• Four bolts are used per side in the swing cylinder
trunnion support.
• Cast swing cylinder barrels increase the strength
for higher load.
• Bottom grease fittings frequently are sheared off
due to exposure.
• Simple journal bearings in the boom foot pin
may not maintain a grease film in high load
conditions. Pins are not constrained, allowing
bushing wear and uncontrolled grease injection.
• Only three bolts per side are used to secure the
swing cylinder trunnion.
• Fabricated swing cylinder barrels continue to be
utilized and are subject to cracking in the welds.

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Engine and Drive Train.

Cat – Tilt Hood Case – Tilt Hood

• Hood tilts forward to provide easy access to all
daily, engine service points without starting the
machine or lifting the loader arms.
• Tilt hood can be closed with one hand, standing
on the fuel tank platform.
• For daily service, the operator must tilt the hood
forward, raise and secure the loader arms, and
stand on the ground between the front tires and
frame for service.
• Hood must be latched up high even if closed
at ground level.

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Cat – Serviceability
• Fuel Filter/Water Separator is replaced without
bleeding the air from the fuel lines.
• All fluid service points can be topped off with
easy, vertical placement of funnels.
• Two-stage air filter has pre-separation with dust
ejection through the exhaust system. Improved
ergonomics for the primary, axial sealed filter
and the secondary, radial sealed filter. Filters are
exposed to only 33% of the dust of competitive,
two stage air filters.
• All oil filters are positioned vertically for easy,
spill free service.
• A single, self-tensioning serpentine belt drives
all engine functions.
• Gear driven water pump continues to circulate
coolant if belt fails.
• Fan guard is standard for added safety.
• Standard glow plugs aid for reliable cold
weather starting, no ether to replace.
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Engine and Drive Train
Case – Serviceability
• Air must be removed after replacing the fuel
filter/water separator or the in-line fuel filter.
• Long neck funnels may need to be used on some
fill points like transmission.
• Conventional two-stage air filtration with two
axial sealed filters with dust scavenging. Outer
filter can disrupt inner filter during maintenance.
• Standard transmission filter is mounted
horizontally.
• One serpentine belt drives primary functions.
Another flat belt drives the A/C.
• Belt driven water pump stops if belt fails, more
prone to overheating.
• No fan guard available, causing a safety concern.
• Cold weather starting relies on optional grid
heater in base models, which is standard in
“Plus” series units.
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Cat – Transmission Case – Transmission

• Transmission fluid fill is positioned inside the
chassis providing protection from debris under
the machine.
• Vertically mounted filter located lower in the
chassis, makes servicing easier.
• Transmission fill tube is located inboard of loader
tower, potentially leading to contamination.
• Transmission filter is horizontally mounted high
in the chassis, spilling fluid during service.

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Cat – 4WD Case – 4WD

• Three modes for braking using 4WD switch:
2WD and two-wheel braking
2WD and four-wheel braking effect
4WD and four-wheel braking effect
• Four wheel braking provides faster stops with less
rear tire skidding and wear. Holding capability
facing downhill is greatly improved.
• Four-wheel drive switch provides only
two options – on or off.
• Improved braking is achieved only with 4WD,
increasing wear of drive train and tires on
hard surfaces.
• Series 3 models are standard with power
assisted brakes.

• 420E/430E: Boosted brakes are standard.

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Cat – 4WD Guard Case – 4WD Guard

• Round cross members shed material quickly • Flat steel strips are easily pushed into the
and increase strength of guard. driveshaft from below and tend to hold debris.

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Cat – Front Axle Case – Front Axle

• Front axle king pins for 4WD or 2WD are • 4WD king pins must be lubricated every 50 hours.
permanently sealed and lubricated. 2WD king pins must be lubricated every 10 hours.

• Axle oscillation points are permanently sealed • Main front axle pivot point pin must be
and lubricated. lubricated every 50 hours.

• Slip joint lubed only every 500 hours. • Rear axle driveshaft lubed every 250 hours.

• Driveshaft U-joints are permanently sealed and • 4WD driveshaft must be lubricated every
lubricated. 250 hours.

• Optional front fenders move with the tires for • No fenders are offered.
best coverage.

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Technical Specifications

Engine Cat 416E Case 580 M Series 3

Engine Model Cat® C4.4 DITA 445T/M3

Gross Power – SAE J1995 kW (hp) 71 (96) 63 (84)
Gross Power – ISO 14396 kW (hp) 70 (94) –
Net Power – SAE J1349 kW (hp) 65 (87) 59 (79)
Net Power – ISO 9249 kW (hp) 66 (88) –
Net Power – EEC 80/1269 kW (hp) 66 (88) –
Bore mm (in) 105 (4.13) 104 (4.09)
Stroke mm (in) 127 (5) 132 (5.2)
Displacement L (in3) 4.4 (268) 4.5 (274)
Net Peak Torque @ 1,400 rpm – SAE J1349 N·m (lb ft) 384 (283) 367 (271)
Net Torque Rise @ 1,400 rpm – Standard % 35 36

Weights Cat 416E Case 580 M Series 3

Operating Weight – Nominal kg (lb) 6750 (14,881) 6060 (13,360)

Operating Weight – Maximum kg (lb) 10 200 (22,466) 7489 (16,510)
Cab, ROPS/FOPS kg (lb) 260 (573) 206 (454)
Four Wheel Drive kg (lb) 155 (342) 128 (283)
MP Bucket 0.96 m3 (1.25 yd3) w/o Fold-Over Fork kg (lb) 714 (1,571) –
Extendible Stick (no weights) kg (lb) 299 (659) 195 (430)
Counterweights (Option 1) kg (lb) 116 (255) 200 (440)
Counterweights (Option 2) kg (lb) 231 (510) 408 (900)
Counterweights (Option 3) kg (lb) 488 (1,075) –

Backhoe Cat 416E Case 580 M Series 3

Dig Depth – Standard mm (ft) 4360 (14.3) 4360 (14.3)

E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 4402 (14.4) 4520 (14.9)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 5456 (17.9) 5540 (18.2)
Reach from Swing Pivot – Standard mm (ft) 5618 (18.4) 5440 (17.83)
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 5657 (18.58) 5610 (18.41)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 6666 (21.833) 6650 (21.83)
Bucket Rotation º 205 170
Bucket Dig Force – Standard kN (lb) 52.2 (11,749) 49.87 (11,212)
E-Stick Retracted kN (lb) 51.5 (11,491) 49.87 (11,212)
E-Stick Extended kN (lb) 51.5 (11,491) 49.87 (11,212)
Stick Dig Force – Standard kN (lb) 32 (7,200) 31.36 (7,049)
E-Stick Retracted kN (lb) 32 (7,200) 29.74 (6,686)
E-Stick Extended kN (lb) 23.5 (5,250) 21.73 (4,884)
Stick Lift @ 2440 mm (8 ft) – Standard kg (lb) 2275 (5,005) 1701 (3,750)
E-Stick Retracted kg (lb) 2063 (4,539) 1470 (3,240)
E-Stick Extended kg (lb) 1290 (2,839) 980 (2,160)

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Backhoe Cat 416E Case 580 M Series 3

Loading Height – Standard mm (ft) 3643 (11.11) 3414 (11.2)

E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 3600 (11.75) 3480 (11.41)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 4170 (13.58) 4040 (13.25)
Loading Reach – Standard mm (ft) 1837 (6) 2670 (8.75)
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 1923 (6.166) 2640 (8.67)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 2836 (9.08) 3500 (11.5)

Loader Cat 416E Case 580 M Series 3

Bucket Capacity – General Purpose m3 (yd3) 0.76 (1) 0.79 (1.03)

Bucket Width – General Purpose mm (ft) 2262 (7.4166) 2082.81 (6.83)
Dump Height @ Max Angle – Single-tilt mm (ft) 2651 (8.666) 2682 (8.67)
Dump Reach @ Max Angle, Single-tilt mm (ft) 772 (2.6) 717 (2.4)
Dig Depth, Single-tilt mm (in) 106 (4) 199 (7.8)
Lift Capacity @ Full Height Single-tilt kg (lb) 2803 (6,180) 2804 (6,182)
Bucket Breakout Force – Single-tilt kN (lb) 44.6 (10,036) 42.17 (9,480)

Hydraulic System Cat 416E Case 580 M Series 3

Circuit Type Closed center, load-sensing Open-center

Pump Capacity (@ 2,200 rpm) L/min (gal/min) 132 (34.8) 108 (28.5)
System Pressure – Backhoe kPa (psi) 22 700 (3,300) –
System Pressure – Loader kPa (psi) 20 700 (3,000) –
System Pressure kPa (psi) – 21 029 (3,050)
Pump Type Variable flow, axial piston Gear
Steering Type Ackerman Ackerman
Power Steering Hydrostatic Hydrostatic
2WD Cylinder – Bore mm (in) 65 (2.56) 69.9 (2.75)
Stroke mm (in) 240 (9.45) 170 (6.7)
Rod Diameter mm (in) 36 (1.42) 38.1 (1.5)
4WD Cylinder – Bore mm (in) 65 (2.56) 63 (2.48)
Stroke mm (in) 240 (9.45) 242 (9.53)
Rod Diameter mm (in) 36 (1.42) 38.1 (1.5)
Brake System Inboard/oil-immersed, Outboard/oil-immersed,
multiple disc multiple disc, power assisted

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Technical Specifications

Power Train Cat 416E Case 580 M Series 3

Power-Shuttle, Forward 1st km/h (mph) 6 (3.7) 6.1 (3.8)

Forward 2nd km/h (mph) 9.6 (5.9) 9.8 (6.1)
Forward 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 20.8 (12.9)
Forward 4th km/h (mph) 40 (25) 39.1 (24.3)
Power-Shuttle, Reverse 1st km/h (mph) 6 (3.7) 7.3 (4.5)
Reverse 2nd km/h (mph) 9.6 (5.9) 11.7 (7.3)
Reverse 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 24.9 (15.5)
Reverse 4th km/h (mph) 40 (25) 46.9 (29.1)

Operating Specifications – Backhoe Cat 416E Case 580 M Series 3

Turning Circle: outside, front wheels m (ft) 8.18 (26.8) 7.49 (24.6) 2WD/7.70 (25.3) 4WD
Turning Circle: outside, Widest Loading Bucket m (ft) 10.97 (36) –

Service Refills Cat 416E Case 580 M Series 3

Cooling System L (gal) 20.5 (5.4) 16.8 (4.45)

Fuel Tank L (gal) 170 (45) 119 (31.4)/151 (40.0)
Engine Oil w/Filter L (gal) 7.6 (2) 13.6 (3.6)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 2WD, Power Shuttle L (gal) 18.5 (4.9) 17 (4.5)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 4WD, Power Shuttle L (gal) 18.5 (4.9) 19.4 (5.125)
Rear Axle L (gal) 16.5 (4.4) 13.6 (3.6)
Rear Axle, Planetaries L (gal) 1.7 (0.45) 1.5 (0.4)
Front Axle, 4WD L (gal) 11 (2.9) 5.5 (1.5)
Front Axle, Planetaries L (gal) 0.7 (0.2) 0.7 (0.2)
Hydraulic System L (gal) 90 (23.8) 104 (27.5)
Hydraulic Tank L (gal) 38 (10) 47.1 (12.5)

Standards Cat 416E Case 580 M Series 3

Brakes SAE J/ISO 3450, ISO 3450 1996 –

Cab – ROPS SAE J1040 May 1994/ –
ISO 3741 1994
Cab – FOPS SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 –
LEVEL II and ISO 3449: 1992
LEVEL II
Cab – Sound ANSI/SAE J1166 Oct 98 is –
80 dB (A)
Exterior Sound SAE J88 JUN86 is 76 dB(A) –

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Axle Ratings Cat 416E Case 580 M Series 3

Front Axle, 2WD, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –

Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Front Axle, 4WD, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –
Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Rear Axle, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –
Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Axle Oscillation º 10 –

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Technical Specifications

Engine Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M Series 3

Engine Model Cat® C4.4 ACERT® DIT 445TA/M3

Gross Power – SAE J1995 kW (hp) 75 (101) 72 (97)
Gross Power – ISO 14396 kW (hp) 75 (101) –
Net Power – SAE J1349 kW (hp) 69 (93) 68 (91)
Net Power – ISO 9249 kW (hp) 70 (94) –
Net Power – EEC 80/1269 kW (hp) 70 (94) –
Bore mm (in) 105 (4.13) 104 (4.09)
Stroke mm (in) 127 (5) 132 (5.2)
Displacement L (in3) 4.4 (268) 4.5 (272)
Net Torque Rise @ 1,400 rpm % 36 45
Net Peak Torque @ 1,400 rpm – SAE J1349 N·m (lb ft) 408 (301) 446 (329)

Weights Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M Series 3

Operating Weight – Nominal kg (lb) 6895 (15,201) 6480 (14,285)

Operating Weight – Maximum kg (lb) 11 000 (24,251) 7958 (17,545)
Cab, ROPS/FOPS kg (lb) 260 (573) 206 (454)
Auto-Shift Transmission kg (lb) 27 (60) –
Ride Control kg (lb) 25 (55) –
Air conditioning kg (lb) 39 (86) –
Four Wheel Drive kg (lb) 155 (342) 128 (283)
MP Bucket 0.96 m3 (1.25 yd3) w/o Fold-Over Fork kg (lb) 714 (1,571) –
Loader, IT w/QC kg (lb) 365 (805) –
Extendible Stick (no weights) kg (lb) 299 (659) 225 (496)
Counterweights (Option 1) kg (lb) 116 (255) 200 (440)
Counterweights (Option 2) kg (lb) 231 (510) 408 (900)
Counterweights (Option 3) kg (lb) 488 (1,075) –

Backhoe Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M Series 3

Dig Depth – Standard mm (ft) 4360 (14.3) 4390 (14.4)

E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 4402 (14.4) 4520 (14.83)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 5456 (17.9) 5560 (18.25)
Reach from Swing Pivot – Standard mm (ft) 5618 (18.43) 5517 (18.1)
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 5657 (18.56) 5608 (18.4)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 6666 (21.87) 6650 (21.8)
Bucket Rotation º 205 164/190
Bucket Dig Force – Standard kN (lb) 61.7 (13,875) 57.03 (12,821)
E-Stick Retracted kN (lb) 60.9 (13,863) 57.03 (12,821)
E-Stick Extended kN (lb) 60.9 (13,863) 57.03 (12,821)

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Backhoe Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M Series 3

Stick Dig Force – Standard kN (lb) 43 (9,662) 36.58 (8,224)

E-Stick Retracted kN (lb) 42.8 (9,616) 34.62 (7,784)
E-Stick Extended kN (lb) 31.2 (7,023) 25.07 (5,635)
Stick Lift @ 2440 mm (8 ft) – Standard kg (lb) 2601 (5,722) 2123 (4,680)
E-Stick Retracted kg (lb) 2408 (5,298) 1887 (4,160)
E-Stick Extended kg (lb) 1620 (3,564) 1306 (2,880)
Loading Height – Standard mm (ft) 3636 (11.93) 3400 (11.2)
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 3577 (11.74) 3480 (11.4)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 4145 (13.6) 4040 (13.25)
Loading Reach – Standard mm (ft) 1768 (5.8) 2670 (8.75)
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 1868 (6.12) 2640 (8.67)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 2771 (9.09) 3500 (11.5)

Loader Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M Series 3

Bucket Capacity – General Purpose m3 (yd3) 0.96 (1.25) 0.96 (1.25)

Bucket Width – General Purpose mm (ft) 2262 (7.42) 2360 (7.75)
Dump Height @ Max Angle – Single-tilt mm (ft) 2573 (8.44) 2690 (8.8)
Dump Height @ Max Angle, IT with QC mm (ft) 2507 (8.23) –
Dump Reach @ Max Angle, Single-tilt mm (ft) 853 (2.8) 763 (2.5)
Dump Reach @ Max Angle, IT with QC mm (ft) 831 (2.73) –
Dig Depth, Single-tilt mm (in) 106 (4) 149 (5.9)
Dig Depth, IT with QC mm (in) 147 (6) –
Lift Capacity @ Full Height Single-tilt kg (lb) 2929 (6,457) 2804 (6,182)
Lift Capacity @ Full Height IT with QC kg (lb) 3164 (6,975) –
Bucket Breakout Force – Single-tilt kN (lb) 45.6 (10,242) 42.17 (9,480)
Bucket breakout Force – IT with QC kN (lb) 47.1 (10,593) –

Hydraulic System Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M Series 3

Circuit Type Closed center, load sensing Open-center

Pump Capacity (@ 2,200 rpm) L/min (gal/min) 163 (43) 144 (38)
System Pressure – Backhoe kPa (psi) 24 900 (3,611) –
System Pressure – Loader kPa (psi) 22 800 (3,307) –
System Pressure kPa (psi) – 21 029 (3,050)
Pump Type Variable-flow, axial piston Gear
Steering Type Ackerman Ackerman

December 2008 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. 43
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Technical Specifications

Hydraulic System Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M Series 3

Power Steering Hydrostatic Hydrostatic

2WD Cylinder – Bore mm (in) 65 (2.6) 69.9 (2.75)
Stroke mm (in) 240 (9.45) 170 (6.7)
Rod Diameter mm (in) 36 (1.4) 38.1 (1.5)
4WD Cylinder – Bore mm (in) 65 (2.6) 63 (2.48)
Stroke mm (in) 240 (9.45) 242 (9.53)
Rod Diameter mm (in) 36 (1.4) 38.1 (1.5)
Brake System Inboard, oil-immersed, Inboard/oil-immersed,
multiple disc, boosted multiple disc, power assisted

Power Train Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M Series 3

Power-Shuttle, Forward 1st km/h (mph) 6 (3.7) 6.1 (3.8)

Forward 2nd km/h (mph) 9.5 (5.9) 10.9 (6.8)
Forward 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 21.1 (13.1)
Forward 4th km/h (mph) 40 (25) 42 (26.1)
Power-Shuttle, Reverse 1st km/h (mph) 6 (3.7) 7.4 (4.6)
Reverse 2nd km/h (mph) 9.6 (5.9) 13.2 (8.2)
Reverse 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 25.4 (15.8)
Reverse 4th km/h (mph) 40 (25) 50.7 (31.5)
Auto-Shift (opt), Forward 1st km/h (mph) 5.9 (3.7) 6.1 (3.8)
Forward 2nd km/h (mph) 9.5 (5.9) 10.9 (6.8)
Forward 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 21.1 (13.1)
Forward 4th km/h (mph) 27 (17) 42 (26.1)
Forward 5th km/h (mph) 41 (25) –
Auto-Shift (opt), Reverse 1st km/h (mph) 5.9 (3.7) 7.4 (4.6)
Reverse 2nd km/h (mph) 13 (7.8) 13.2 (8.2)
Reverse 3rd km/h (mph) 27 (17) 25.4 (15.8)

Operating Specifications – Backhoe Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M Series 3

Turning Circle: outside, front wheels m (ft) 8.18 (26.8) 7.52 (24.67) 2WD/7.70 (25.3) 4WD
Turning Circle: outside, Widest Loading Bucket m (ft) 10.97 (36) –

44 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. December 2008
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
 Technical Specifications

Service Refills Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M Series 3

Cooling System L (gal) 20.5 (5.4) 18 (4.75)

Fuel Tank L (gal) 170 (45) 119 (31.4)/151 (40.0)
Engine Oil w/Filter L (gal) 7.6 (2) 13.6 (3.6)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 2WD, Power Shuttle L (gal) 18.5 (4.9) 17 (4.25)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 4WD, Power Shuttle L (gal) 18.5 (4.9) 19.4 (5.125)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 2WD, Auto Shift L (gal) – 17 (4.25)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 4WD, Auto Shift L (gal) 19 (5) 19.4 (5.125)
Rear Axle L (gal) 16.5 (4.4) 13.6 (3.6)
Rear Axle, Planetaries L (gal) 1.7 (0.45) 1.5 (0.4)
Front Axle, 4WD L (gal) 11 (2.9) 5.5 (1.5)
Front Axle, Planetaries L (gal) 0.7 (0.2) 0.7 (0.2)
Hydraulic System L (gal) 95 (25.1) 111.5 (29.5)
Hydraulic Tank L (gal) 38 (10) 47.1 (12.5)

Standards Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M Series 3

Brakes SAE J/ISO 3450, ISO 3450 1996 –

Cab – ROPS SAE J1040 May 1994/ –
ISO 3741 1994
Cab – FOPS SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 –
LEVEL II and ISO 3449:1992
LEVEL II
Cab – Sound ANSI/SAE J1166 Oct 98 is –
79 dB (A)
Exterior Sound SAE J88 JUN86 is 76 dB (A) –

Axle Ratings Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M Series 3

Front Axle, 2WD, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –

Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Front Axle, 4WD, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –
Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Rear Axle, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –
Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Axle Oscillation º 10 –

December 2008 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. 45
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Technical Specifications

Engine Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M+ Series 3

Engine Model Cat® C4.4 ACERT® DIT 445TA/M3

Gross Power – SAE J1995 kW (hp) 75 (101) 72 (97)
Gross Power – ISO 14396 kW (hp) 75 (101) –
Net Power – SAE J1349 kW (hp) 69 (93) 71 (95)
Net Power – ISO 9249 kW (hp) 70 (94) –
Net Power – EEC 80/1269 kW (hp) 70 (94) –
Bore mm (in) 105 (4.13) 104 (4.09)
Stroke mm (in) 127 (5) 132 (5.2)
Displacement L (in3) 4.4 (268) 4.5 (272)
Net Torque Rise @ 1,400 rpm % 36 45
Net Peak Torque @ 1,400 rpm – SAE J1349 N·m (lb ft) 408 (301) 442 (326)

Weights Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M+ Series 3

Operating Weight – Nominal kg (lb) 6895 (15,201) 6761 (14,905)

Operating Weight – Maximum kg (lb) 11 000 (24,251) 8223 (18,128)
Cab, ROPS/FOPS kg (lb) 260 (573) 206 (454)
Auto-Shift Transmission kg (lb) 27 (60) –
Ride Control kg (lb) 25 (55) –
Air conditioning kg (lb) 39 (86) –
Four Wheel Drive kg (lb) 155 (342) 128 (283)
MP Bucket 0.96 m3 (1.25 yd3) w/o Fold-Over Fork kg (lb) 714 (1,571) –
Loader, IT w/QC kg (lb) 365 (805) –
Extendible Stick (no weights) kg (lb) 299 (659) 225 (496)
Counterweights (Option 1) kg (lb) 116 (255) –
Counterweights (Option 2) kg (lb) 231 (510) 408 (900)
Counterweights (Option 3) kg (lb) 488 (1,075) –

Backhoe Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M+ Series 3

Dig Depth – Standard mm (ft) 4360 (14.3) –

E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 4402 (14.4) 4520 (14.8)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 5456 (17.9) 5560 (18.3)
Reach from Swing Pivot – Standard mm (ft) 5618 (18.43) –
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 5657 (18.56) 5610 (18.4)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 6666 (21.87) 6650 (21.8)
Bucket Rotation º 205 164/190
Bucket Dig Force – Standard kN (lb) 61.7 (13,875) –
E-Stick Retracted kN (lb) 60.9 (13,863) 57 (12,821)
E-Stick Extended kN (lb) 60.9 (13,863) 57 (12,821)

46 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. December 2008
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
 Technical Specifications

Backhoe Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M+ Series 3

Stick Dig Force – Standard kN (lb) 43 (9,662) –

E-Stick Retracted kN (lb) 42.8 (9,616) 34.6 (7,784)
E-Stick Extended kN (lb) 31.2 (7,023) 25 (5,635)
Stick Lift @ 2440 mm (8 ft) – Standard kg (lb) 2601 (5,722) –
E-Stick Retracted kg (lb) 2408 (5,298) 1887 (4,160)
E-Stick Extended kg (lb) 1620 (3,564) 1306 (2,880)
Loading Height – Standard mm (ft) 3636 (11.93) –
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 3577 (11.74) 3480 (11.4)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 4145 (13.6) 4040 (13.25)
Loading Reach – Standard mm (ft) 1768 (5.8) –
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 1868 (6.12) 2640 (8.67)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 2771 (9.09) 3500 (11.5)

Loader Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M+ Series 3

Bucket Capacity – General Purpose m3 (yd3) 0.96 (1.25) 0.96 (1.25)

Bucket Width – General Purpose mm (ft) 2262 (7.42) 2362 (7.75)
Dump Height @ Max Angle – Single-tilt mm (ft) 2573 (8.44) 2804 (9.2)
Dump Height @ Max Angle, IT with QC mm (ft) 2507 (8.23) –
Dump Reach @ Max Angle, Single-tilt mm (ft) 853 (2.8) 763 (2.5)
Dump Reach @ Max Angle, IT with QC mm (ft) 831 (2.73) –
Dig Depth, Single-tilt mm (in) 106 (4) 33 (1.3)
Dig Depth, IT with QC mm (in) 147 (6) –
Lift Capacity @ Full Height Single-tilt kg (lb) 2929 (6,457) 2804 (6,182)
Lift Capacity @ Full Height IT with QC kg (lb) 3164 (6,975) –
Bucket Breakout Force – Single-tilt kN (lb) 45.6 (10,242) 42.17 (9,480)
Bucket breakout Force – IT with QC kN (lb) 47.1 (10,593) –

Hydraulic System Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M+ Series 3

Circuit Type Closed center, load sensing Closed center, load-sensing

Pump Capacity (@ 2,200 rpm) L/min (gal/min) 163 (43) 151 (40)
System Pressure – Backhoe kPa (psi) 24 900 (3,611) –
System Pressure – Loader kPa (psi) 22 800 (3,307) –
System Pressure kPa (psi) – 21 400 (3,100)
Pump Type Variable-flow, axial piston Variable-flow, axial piston
Steering Type Ackerman Ackerman

December 2008 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. 47
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Technical Specifications

Hydraulic System Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M+ Series 3

Power Steering Hydrostatic Hydrostatic

2WD Cylinder – Bore mm (in) 65 (2.6) 70 (2.8)
Stroke mm (in) 240 (9.45) 170 (6.7)
Rod Diameter mm (in) 36 (1.4) 38.1 (1.5)
4WD Cylinder – Bore mm (in) 65 (2.6) 63 (2.5)
Stroke mm (in) 240 (9.45) 242 (9.5)
Rod Diameter mm (in) 36 (1.4) 38.1 (1.5)
Brake System Inboard, oil-immersed, Inboard/oil-immersed,
multiple disc, boosted multiple disc, power assisted

Power Train Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M+ Series 3

Power-Shuttle, Forward 1st km/h (mph) 6 (3.7) 6.4 (4)

Forward 2nd km/h (mph) 9.5 (5.9) 10.1 (6.3)
Forward 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 21.8 (13.5)
Forward 4th km/h (mph) 40 (25) 40.9 (25.4)
Power-Shuttle, Reverse 1st km/h (mph) 6 (3.7) 7.6 (4.7)
Reverse 2nd km/h (mph) 9.6 (5.9) 12.1 (7.5)
Reverse 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 26.1 (16.2)
Reverse 4th km/h (mph) 40 (25) 49.1 (30.5)
Auto-Shift (opt), Forward 1st km/h (mph) 5.9 (3.7) 6.4 (4)
Forward 2nd km/h (mph) 9.5 (5.9) 10.1 (6.3)
Forward 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 21.8 (13.5)
Forward 4th km/h (mph) 27 (17) 40.9 (25.4)
Forward 5th km/h (mph) 41 (25) –
Auto-Shift (opt), Reverse 1st km/h (mph) 5.9 (3.7) 7.6 (4.7)
Reverse 2nd km/h (mph) 13 (7.8) 7.6 (4.7)
Reverse 3rd km/h (mph) 27 (17) 26.1 (16.2)

Operating Specifications – Backhoe Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M+ Series 3

Turning Circle: outside, front wheels m (ft) 8.18 (26.8) 8.22 (27) 4WD
Turning Circle: outside, Widest Loading Bucket m (ft) 10.97 (36) –

48 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. December 2008
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
 Technical Specifications

Service Refills Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M+ Series 3

Cooling System L (gal) 20.5 (5.4) 18 (4.75)

Fuel Tank L (gal) 170 (45) 159 (42)
Engine Oil w/Filter L (gal) 7.6 (2) 13.6 (3.6)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 2WD, Power Shuttle L (gal) 18.5 (4.9) –
Transmission-Torque Converter, 4WD, Power Shuttle L (gal) 18.5 (4.9) 19.4 (5.13)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 4WD, Auto Shift L (gal) 19 (5) 19.4 (5.13)
Rear Axle L (gal) 16.5 (4.4) 18.6 (4.92)
Rear Axle, Planetaries L (gal) 1.7 (0.45) 1.5 (0.4)
Front Axle, 4WD L (gal) 11 (2.9) 6.3 (1.67)
Front Axle, Planetaries L (gal) 0.7 (0.2) 0.6 (0.75)
Hydraulic System L (gal) 95 (25.1) 117.2 (31)
Hydraulic Tank L (gal) 38 (10) 47.1 (12.5)

Standards Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M+ Series 3

Brakes SAE J/ISO 3450, ISO 3450 1996 –

Cab – ROPS SAE J1040 May 1994/ –
ISO 3741 1994
Cab – FOPS SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 –
LEVEL II and ISO 3449:1992
LEVEL II
Cab – Sound ANSI/SAE J1166 Oct 98 is –
79 dB (A)
Exterior Sound SAE J88 JUN86 is 76 dB (A) –

Axle Ratings Cat 420E/420E IT Case 580 Super M+ Series 3

Front Axle, 2WD, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –

Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Front Axle, 4WD, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –
Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Rear Axle, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –
Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Axle Oscillation º 10 –

December 2008 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. 49
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Technical Specifications

Engine Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M Series 3

Engine Model Cat® C4.4 ACERT® DIT 445TA/M3

Gross Power – SAE J1995 kW (hp) 83 (111) 82 (110)
Gross Power – ISO 14396 kW (hp) 82 (110) –
Net Power – SAE J1349 kW (hp) 76 (102) 81 (108)
Net Power – ISO 9249 kW (hp) 77 (103) –
Net Power – EEC 80/1269 kW (hp) 77 (103) –
Bore mm (in) 105 (4.13) 104 (4.09)
Stroke mm (in) 127 (5) 132 (5.2)
Displacement L (in3) 4.4 (268) 4.5 (272)
Net Torque Rise @ 1,400 rpm % 43 45
Net Peak Torque @ 1,400 rpm – SAE J1349 N·m (lb ft) 473 (349) 505 (372)

Weights Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M Series 3

Operating Weight – Nominal kg (lb) 7125 (15,708) 6926 (15,268)

Operating Weight – Maximum kg (lb) 11 000 (25,251) 8881 (19,578)
Cab, ROPS/FOPS kg (lb) 260 (573) 206 (454)
Auto-Shift Transmission kg (lb) 27 (60) –
Ride Control kg (lb) 25 (55) –
Air conditioning kg (lb) 39 (86) –
Four Wheel Drive kg (lb) 155 (342) 178 (393)
MP Bucket 0.96 m3 (1.25 yd3) w/o Fold-Over Fork kg (lb) 714 (1,571) –
Loader, IT w/QC kg (lb) 365 (805) –
Extendible Stick (no weights) kg (lb) 275 (615) 122 (270)
Counterweights (Option 1) kg (lb) 116 (255) 200 (440)
Counterweights (Option 2) kg (lb) 231 (510) 408 (900)
Counterweights (Option 3) kg (lb) 488 (1,075) –

Backhoe Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M Series 3

Dig Depth – Standard mm (ft) 4698 (15.41) 4850 (15.9)

E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 4809 (15.78) 4850 (15.9)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 5951 (19.52) 6070 (19.9)
Reach from Swing Pivot – Standard mm (ft) 6049 (19.85) 5990 (19.7)
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 6154 (20.19) 5990 (19.7)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 7247 (23.78) 7190 (23.6)
Bucket Rotation º 205 164/190
Bucket Dig Force – Standard kN (lb) 70.7 (15,892) 65.5 (14,718)
E-Stick Retracted kN (lb) 69.7 (15,680) 65.5 (14,718)
E-Stick Extended kN (lb) 69.7 (15,680) 65.5 (14,718)

50 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. December 2008
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
 Technical Specifications

Backhoe Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M Series 3

Stick Dig Force – Standard kN (lb) 44.2 (9,940) 37.6 (8,449)

E-Stick Retracted kN (lb) 43.3 (9,730) 37.6 (8,449)
E-Stick Extended kN (lb) 32 (7,197) 26.7 (5,999)
Stick Lift @ 2440 mm (8 ft) – Standard kg (lb) 2755 (5,992) 2608 (5,750)
E-Stick Retracted kg (lb) 2767 (6,100) 2595 (5,720)
E-Stick Extended kg (lb) 1966 (4,334) 1429 (3,150)
Loading Height – Standard mm (ft) 3956 (12.98) 3480 (11.4)
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 3912 (12.83) 3480 (11.4)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 4520 (14.83) 4190 (13.75)
Loading Reach – Standard mm (ft) 1774 (5.82) 2900 (9.5)
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 1948 (6.39) 2900 (9.5)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 2916 (9.57) 3890 (12.75)

Loader Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M Series 3

Bucket Capacity – General Purpose m3 (yd3) 1.15 (1.5) 1 (1.3)

Bucket Width – General Purpose mm (ft) 2406 (7.89) 2362 (7.75)
Dump Height @ Max Angle – Single-tilt mm (ft) 2550 (8.33) 2750 (9)
Dump Height @ Max Angle, IT with QC mm (ft) 2509 (8.25) –
Dump Reach @ Max Angle, Single-tilt mm (ft) 819 (2.67) 699 (2.29)
Dump Reach @ Max Angle, IT with QC mm (ft) 830 (2.75) –
Dig Depth, Single-tilt mm (in) 146 (6) 96 (3.8)
Dig Depth, IT with QC mm (in) 146 (6) –
Lift Capacity @ Full Height Single-tilt kg (lb) 2849 (6,281) 3323 (7,327)
Lift Capacity @ Full Height IT with QC kg (lb) 3131 (6,903) –
Bucket Breakout Force – Single-tilt kN (lb) 44.9 (10,091) 48.8 (10,980)
Bucket breakout Force – IT with QC kN (lb) 46.8 (10,525) –

Hydraulic System Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M Series 3

Circuit Type Closed center, load sensing Open-center

Pump Capacity (@ 2,200 rpm) L/min (gal/min) 163 (43) 161 (42.5)
System Pressure – Backhoe kPa (psi) 24 900 (3,611) –
System Pressure – Loader kPa (psi) 22 800 (3,307) –
System Pressure kPa (psi) – 21 029 (3,050)
Pump Type Variable-flow, axial piston, Tandem Gear
flow sharing
Steering Type Ackerman Ackerman

December 2008 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. 51
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
Technical Specifications

Hydraulic System Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M Series 3

Power Steering Hydrostatic Hydrostatic

2WD Cylinder – Bore mm (in) 65 (2.6) 70 (2.8)
Stroke mm (in) 240 (9.45) 170 (6.7)
Rod Diameter mm (in) 36 (1.4) 38.1 (1.5)
4WD Cylinder – Bore mm (in) 65 (2.6) 63 (2.5)
Stroke mm (in) 240 (9.45) 242 (9.5)
Rod Diameter mm (in) 36 (1.4) 38.1 (1.5)
Brake System Inboard, oil-immersed, Inboard/oil-immersed,
multiple disc, boosted multiple disc, power assisted

Power Train Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M Series 3

Power-Shuttle, Forward 1st km/h (mph) 6 (3.7) 6.3 (3.9)

Forward 2nd km/h (mph) 9.6 (5.9) 10 (6.2)
Forward 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 21.6 (13.4)
Forward 4th km/h (mph) 40 (25) 39.5 (24.6)
Power-Shuttle, Reverse 1st km/h (mph) 6 (3.7) 7.5 (4.7)
Reverse 2nd km/h (mph) 9.6 (5.9) 12 (7.4)
Reverse 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 25.9 (16.1)
Reverse 4th km/h (mph) 40 (25) 47.4 (29.5)
Auto-Shift (opt), Forward 1st km/h (mph) 5.9 (3.7) 6.3 (3.9)
Forward 2nd km/h (mph) 10 (5.9) 10 (6.2)
Forward 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 21.6 (13.4)
Forward 4th km/h (mph) 27 (17) 39.5 (24.6)
Forward 5th km/h (mph) 42 (26) –
Auto-Shift (opt), Reverse 1st km/h (mph) 5.9 (3.7) 7.5 (4.7)
Reverse 2nd km/h (mph) 13 (7.8) 12 (7.4)
Reverse 3rd km/h (mph) 27 (17) 25.9 (16.1)

Operating Specifications – Backhoe Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M Series 3

Turning Circle: outside, front wheels m (ft) 8.18 (26.84) 7.9 (25.9) 2WD/9.08 (29.83) 4WD
Turning Circle: outside, Widest Loading Bucket m (ft) 10.97 (36) 9.08 (29.83)

52 Cat® vs. Case M Series 3 Backhoe Loaders, 416E vs. 580 M, 420E/420E IT vs. December 2008
580 Super M, 420E/420E IT vs. 580 Super M+, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M, 430E/430E IT vs. 590 Super M+
 Technical Specifications

Service Refills Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M Series 3

Cooling System L (gal) 20.5 (5.4) 18 (4.75)

Fuel Tank L (gal) 170 (45) 159 (42)
Engine Oil w/Filter L (gal) 7.6 (2) 13.6 (3.6)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 2WD, Power Shuttle L (gal) – 17 (4.25)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 4WD, Power Shuttle L (gal) 18.5 (4.9) 19.4 (5.13)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 2WD, Auto Shift L (gal) – 17 (4.25)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 4WD, Auto Shift L (gal) 19 (5) 19.4 (5.13)
Rear Axle L (gal) 16.5 (4.4) 18.6 (4.92)
Rear Axle, Planetaries L (gal) 1.7 (0.4) 1.5 (0.4)
Front Axle, 4WD L (gal) 11 (2.9) 6.7 (1.77)
Front Axle, Planetaries L (gal) 0.7 (0.2) 0.6 (0.158)
Hydraulic System L (gal) 95 (25.1) 122 (32.3)/127.6 (33.7)
Hydraulic Tank L (gal) 38 (10) 47.1 (12.5)

Standards Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M Series 3

Brakes SAE J/ISO 3450, ISO 3450 1996 –

Cab – ROPS SAE J1040 May 1994/ –
ISO 3741 1994
Cab – FOPS SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 –
LEVEL II and ISO 3449:1992
LEVEL II
Cab – Sound ANSI/SAE J1166 Oct 98 is –
80 dB (A)
Exterior Sound SAE J88 JUN86 is 76 dB (A) –

Axle Ratings Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M Series 3

Front Axle, 2WD, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –

Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Front Axle, 4WD, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –
Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Rear Axle, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –
Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Axle Oscillation º 10 –

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Engine Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M+ Series 3

Engine Model Cat ® C4.4 ACERT® DIT 445TA/E3

Gross Power – SAE J1995 kW (hp) 83 (111) 82 (110)
Gross Power – ISO 14396 kW (hp) 82 (110) –
Net Power – SAE J1349 kW (hp) 76 (102) 81 (108)
Net Power – ISO 9249 kW (hp) 77 (103) –
Net Power – EEC 80/1269 kW (hp) 77 (103) –
Bore mm (in) 105 (4.13) 104 (4.09)
Stroke mm (in) 127 (5) 132 (5.2)
Displacement L (in3) 4.4 (268) 4.5 (272)
Net Torque Rise @ 1,400 rpm % 43 45
Net Peak Torque @ 1,400 rpm – SAE J1349 N·m (lb ft) 473 (349) 505 (372)

Weights Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M+ Series 3

Operating Weight – Nominal kg (lb) 7125 (15,708) 6926 (15,268)

Operating Weight – Maximum kg (lb) 11 000 (25,251) 8881 (19,578)
Cab, ROPS/FOPS kg (lb) 260 (573) 206 (454)
Auto-Shift Transmission kg (lb) 27 (60) –
Ride Control kg (lb) 25 (55) –
Air conditioning kg (lb) 39 (86) –
Four Wheel Drive kg (lb) 155 (342) 178 (393)
MP Bucket 0.96 m3 (1.25 yd3) w/o Fold-Over Fork kg (lb) 714 (1,571) –
Loader, IT w/QC kg (lb) 365 (805) –
Extendible Stick (no weights) kg (lb) 275 (615) 122 (270)
Counterweights (Option 1) kg (lb) 116 (255) –
Counterweights (Option 2) kg (lb) 231 (510) 408 (900)
Counterweights (Option 3) kg (lb) 488 (1,075) –

Backhoe Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M+ Series 3

Dig Depth – Standard mm (ft) 4698 (15.41) –

E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 4809 (15.78) 4850 (15.9)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 5951 (19.52) 6070 (19.9)
Reach from Swing Pivot- Standard mm (ft) 6049 (19.85) –
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 6154 (20.19) 5990 (19.7)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 7247 (23.78) 7190 (23.6)
Bucket Rotation º 205 164/190
Bucket Dig Force – Standard kN (lb) 70.7 (15,892) –
E-Stick Retracted kN (lb) 69.7 (15,680) 65.5 (14,718)
E-Stick Extended kN (lb) 69.7 (15,680) 65.5 (14,718)

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Backhoe Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M+ Series 3

Stick Dig Force – Standard kN (lb) 44.2 (9,940) –

E-Stick Retracted kN (lb) 43.3 (9,730) 37.6 (8,449)
E-Stick Extended kN (lb) 32 (7,197) 26.7 (5,999)
Stick Lift @ 2440 mm (8 ft) – Standard kg (lb) 2755 (5,992) –
E-Stick Retracted kg (lb) 2767 (6,100) 2595 (5,720)
E-Stick Extended kg (lb) 1966 (4,334) 1429 (3,150)
Loading Height – Standard mm (ft) 3956 (12.98) –
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 3912 (12.83) 3480 (11.4)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 4520 (14.83) 4190 (13.75)
Loading Reach – Standard mm (ft) 1774 (5.82) –
E-Stick Retracted mm (ft) 1948 (6.39) 2900 (9.5)
E-Stick Extended mm (ft) 2916 (9.57) 3890 (12.75)

Loader Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M+ Series 3

Bucket Capacity – General Purpose m3 (yd3) 1.15 (1.5) 1 (1.3)

Bucket Width – General Purpose mm (ft) 2406 (7.89) 2362 (7.75)
Dump Height @ Max Angle – Single-tilt mm (ft) 2550 (8.33) 2750 (9)
Dump Height @ Max Angle, IT with QC mm (ft) 2509 (8.25) –
Dump Reach @ Max Angle, Single-tilt mm (ft) 819 (2.67) 699 (2.29)
Dump Reach @ Max Angle, IT with QC mm (ft) 830 (2.75) –
Dig Depth, Single-tilt mm (in) 146 (6) 96 (3.8)
Dig Depth, IT with QC mm (in) 146 (6) –
Lift Capacity @ Full Height Single-tilt kg (lb) 2849 (6,281) 3323 (7,327)
Lift Capacity @ Full Height IT with QC kg (lb) 3131 (6,903) –
Bucket Breakout Force – Single-tilt kN (lb) 44.9 (10,091) 48.8 (10,980)
Bucket breakout Force – IT with QC kN (lb) 46.8 (10,525) –

Hydraulic System Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M+ Series 3

Circuit Type Closed center, load sensing Closed center, load-sensing

Pump Capacity (@ 2,200 rpm) L/min (gal/min) 163 (43) 161 (42.5)
System Pressure – Backhoe kPa (psi) 24 900 (3,611) –
System Pressure – Loader kPa (psi) 22 800 (3,307) –
System Pressure kPa (psi) – 21 400 (3,100)
Pump Type Variable-flow, axial piston, Variable flow, axial piston
flow sharing
Steering Type Ackerman Ackerman

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Hydraulic System Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M+ Series 3

Power Steering Hydrostatic Hydrostatic

2WD Cylinder – Bore mm (in) 65 (2.6) –
Stroke mm (in) 240 (9.45) –
Rod Diameter mm (in) 36 (1.4) –
4WD Cylinder – Bore mm (in) 65 (2.6) 63 (2.5)
Stroke mm (in) 240 (9.45) 242 (9.5)
Rod Diameter mm (in) 36 (1.4) 38.1 (1.5)
Brake System Inboard, oil-immersed, Inboard/oil-immersed,
multiple disc, boosted multiple disc, power assisted

Power Train Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M+ Series 3

Power-Shuttle, Forward 1st km/h (mph) 6 (3.7) 6.4 (4)

Forward 2nd km/h (mph) 9.6 (5.9) 10.1 (6.3)
Forward 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 21.8 (13.6)
Forward 4th km/h (mph) 40 (25) 41.1 (25.6)
Power-Shuttle, Reverse 1st km/h (mph) 6 (3.7) 7.6 (4.7)
Reverse 2nd km/h (mph) 9.6 (5.9) 12.1 (7.5)
Reverse 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 26.2 (16.3)
Reverse 4th km/h (mph) 40 (25) 49.4 (30.7)
Auto-Shift (opt), Forward 1st km/h (mph) 5.9 (3.7) 6.4 (4)
Forward 2nd km/h (mph) 10 (5.9) 10.1 (6.3)
Forward 3rd km/h (mph) 20 (12) 21.8 (13.6)
Forward 4th km/h (mph) 27 (17) 41.1 (25.6)
Forward 5th km/h (mph) 42 (26) –
Auto-Shift (opt), Reverse 1st km/h (mph) 5.9 (3.7) 7.6 (4.7)
Reverse 2nd km/h (mph) 13 (7.8) 12.1 (7.5)
Reverse 3rd km/h (mph) 27 (17) 26.2 (16.3)

Operating Specifications – Backhoe Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M+ Series 3

Turning Circle: outside, front wheels m (ft) 8.18 (26.84) 9.08 (29.83) 4WD
Turning Circle: outside, Widest Loading Bucket m (ft) 10.97 (36) –

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Service Refills Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M+ Series 3

Cooling System L (gal) 20.5 (5.4) 18 (4.75)

Fuel Tank L (gal) 170 (45) 159 (42)
Engine Oil w/Filter L (gal) 7.6 (2) 13.6 (3.6)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 4WD, Power Shuttle L (gal) 18.5 (4.9) 19.4 (5.13)
Transmission-Torque Converter, 4WD, Auto Shift L (gal) 19 (5) 19.4 (5.13)
Rear Axle L (gal) 16.5 (4.4) 18.6 (4.92)
Rear Axle, Planetaries L (gal) 1.7 (0.4) 1.5 (0.4)
Front Axle, 4WD L (gal) 11 (2.9) 6.7 (1.77)
Front Axle, Planetaries L (gal) 0.7 (0.2) 0.6 (0.158)
Hydraulic System L (gal) 95 (25.1) 122 (32.3)/127.6 (33.7)
Hydraulic Tank L (gal) 38 (10) 47.1 (12.5)

Standards Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M+ Series 3

Brakes SAE J/ISO 3450, ISO 3450 1996 –

Cab – ROPS SAE J1040 May 1994/ –
ISO 3741 1994
Cab – FOPS SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 –
LEVEL II and ISO 3449:1992
LEVEL II
Cab – Sound ANSI/SAE J1166 Oct 98 is –
80 dB (A)
Exterior Sound SAE J88 JUN86 is 76 dB (A) –

Axle Ratings Cat 430E/430E IT Case 590 Super M+ Series 3

Front Axle, 2WD, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –

Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Front Axle, 4WD, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –
Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Rear Axle, Static kg (lb) 22 964 (50,582) –
Dynamic kg (lb) 9186 (20,233) –
Axle Oscillation º 10 –

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