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SIDE SHIFT BAGKHOE TOADER

Built to help you increase profits Designed to meet your needs

Load-Sensing Hydraulics provide maximum
hydraulic force to backhoe and-loader cutting edges at Flywheel Power
all engine speeds. Gross r ! r r. r,. ! !. .. r. ! ! r.. r r., ! TSTbWIZOHP
Reliable/Durable built to withstand severe working
conditions. - Operating Weight
Upto r. r r. r ! r t... r r. ... r r !. 17800 kg/l7r2ÛOlb
Operating Ease convenient, easy-to-reach, low- Front Loader
effort controls. Spacious, uncluttered operator's com- Bucket capacities (SAE)
partment. fllulti Purpose r r r . r . . . . ! r r . . . .0.92 m3/1 .2vdt
Four-Wheel Drive Option
- provides
tive effort in all ground conditions
excellent trac-
and aggressive front
Gengral Purpose r . , , r , , . , , r , . r 1.0 m3/1 ,38 ydt
Brgakoutforce... ! !..., !,.. r ! r .3764 kg/8300 lb
loader performance. Can be engaged on-the-go.
Side Shift Backhoe
Service and Maintenance Ease conveniently Digging depth up to . ., .,, r ! . ., . r, . . 6.0 mllgtStt
located service points, all accessible from the ground.
Bucket digging force . . . . . . . . . .4734 k9110r438 lb
Total Customer Support unmatched in the Stickdigging force .. .. . r. !.. ! ! .3322kg17325 lb
industry!
Featured machines may include additional equipment applicable only for special applications. See
your authorized Caterpillar dealer for available options.

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FEATURES
t Durable Boom and Stick.
o Boom is welded fabrication
with large castings at high
stress areas.
o Boom is attached to swing
frame by a large-diameter
"floatrn"g" pivôt pin for eqlut-
ized wear, increased pin life.
o Stick is tapered., box-section
unit combining a large wrap-
per sheet for greater durability.
I Side Shift Backhoe.
O Excellent digging range for
job versatility, high
production.
t Fully Synchronized
TYansmission.
o On-the-go shifting in all gears,
two- or four-wheel drive.
o All-wheel drive
engaged on-the-go by
the flip of a switch.
o Modular design for
easy servicing.

C omputer-Designe d Bucket
Linkage.
a Provides optimum digging
forces over entire diggingrange.
o 190 o total rotation combines
superior load retention and
ability to dig vertical walls at
deeper depths.

Heavy Duty Main Frame.

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

Excellent Hose Routing. I Stabilizers.

o Reduces leaks. o Wide stance for excellent lift-
o Reduces hose damage. ing and digging stability.
o Prolongs life. o Store inside the width of the
o Permits easy accessibility. : "* *:r loader for excellent maneu-
\ û verability and worry-free
operation.
o Optional, bolt-on rubber pads
available.

I Operatorts Compartment.
o Designed for operator comfort
and effrcienry.
o Quiet, roomy, uncluttered, with
entry from either side.
I Proven Engine.
. 57 klv/76 HR insures aggres-
sive performance on both
loader and backhoe.
o Prefinished dry liners for sim-
plified rebuild.
a Cast oil sump resists impact
damage.
I Rear Axle.
o Forged steel, induction-
hardened anle shafts for drive-
line longevity.
a Differential lock reduces wheel
spin.
o Oil-immersed, multi-plate disc
brakes for long service life.
o Modular design for easy
servicing.
I Return-to-Dig with automatic I
bucket leveling.
o Improved operator efficiency.
t Heavy Duty Electrical System.
o Wiring harnesses are sheathed
in braided nylon . . . excellent
protection.
o Molded terminal connectors
positive electrical contact.
- o Excellent visibilrty - a clear
o Sure-Seal connectors - view to the bucket corners.
moisture proof and
positive locking.
t Hydraulic Tbnk.
o Strategically positioned
for optimal balance and
weight distribution
when road.ing.
o Easily removed for
repar or
cleanout.
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\4ariable-Flow, Axi at'Piston
Hydraulic Pump.
o Automatically matches power
to work demands.
o Reduces fuel consumption.
o Provides full hydraulic force at
any engine speed.
Divergent Loader Arms.
I Single TiIt Cylinden
o Excellent visibihf with few
wear and service points.
Rugged Front Axle.
o High-strength, compact design
for durabilif and good ground
cleararlce.
o Supported by two large I40 mm/
5rlz" trunnion bearings to
ensure durability.
o Large-diameter steering cylin-
der resists bending.
o Heavy duty tie rods for easy
servicing and long life.
o Remote lube points for front
ærle trunnion simpliff main-
tenance procedures.
I Multi-Purpose or General Pur-
pose Loader Buckets.
o Tbp of the bucket is parallel to
the cutting edge, providing a
built-in level indicator.
o Reinforced torque tube helps
prevent bucket distortion when
lifting objects or backfilling.
o Choice of bolt-on Uniteeth or
reversible bolt-on cutting edge.
 Operator's StatiOn Designedfor operator ease and comforr.

I Dual access - easy entry from Forward/reverce

either side of operator's com- direction control
partment.
I Convenient controls - low Air service
indicator
effort, easy to reach, for day-long
productivity.
Transmission
I Hesiliently mounted cab - iso- disconnect
lates the operator, reduces noise switches
and vibration.
I Side-mounted gauge panel - loader
controls
visible while operating either
loader or backhoe.
Gear
I Audible/visual warning sys- shift
tem - continuous operator
a$/areness of machine functions. Foot
I Rear-mounted hand throttle throttle
- easy actuation from backhoe
position. Brake
pedals
I Fully a{iustable suspension
seat - for added operator
Differential
comfort. lock
I Tbansmission disconnect
switches - orr loader control Parking brake
and gear shift levers to reduce
cycle times and simplify speed Hand throttle
changes when roading . . . fast,
convenient actuation.
Backhoe
f Excellent visibility - outstand- controls
ing view from the operatoros seat
to the loader or backhoe.
Stabilizer controls
I Pressurized, filtered air in the
cab helps keep out dust.

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I Variable-displac ement, Io a d- I O-ring face seal couplings -
sensing system - maximum minimize leaks for a virtually
hydraulic force is transferred dry machine.
efficiently to the cutting edges I Hydraulic cylinders -
for superior performance at any designed and built for durability.
engine speed,.
I Variable-floq axial.piston
pump - matches speed and
power requirements for efficient
fuel usage.
I Control valves - pressure com-
pensated for low lever efforts.
Stacked design for easy servicing.
t Caterpillar's XT-8 hose -
proven reliable for long life per-
formance. Excellent hose routing
reduces hose damage.
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StfUCtUfe Built to withstand the toughest working cond,itions.

Fully welded, one-piece frame
- designed to absorb stress and
minimize shock loads to the
power train.
Integral backhoe - reduces
maintenance and service . . . for
a true backhoe loader.
Box-section side frames -
structural strength for long life,
Large-diameter, front axle Stick - reinforced with a large
trunnion and bearings - wrapper sheet for stress reduc-
greater vrear surface, longer life. tion...longerlife.
Boom - welded fabrication with Pins and bushings - large
large castings in high load areas diameter, heat treated for long
...reducedstre$s. life.
l-arge diameter
cnoss tube resists
lift arm twisting

lnternal stiffeners
for greater Box-section
lifting capabilities side frames

Torque tubes
help prevent bucket
bending and twisting Heavy duty
cutting edge
Straddle mounted
loader tower

One piece
fully welded
main frame

Large castings
in high stress areas

Total Customer
SUppOft Unmatched in the industry!

Parts availability - Most Cat
parts are immediately available
off the shelf. Dealer parts avail-
ability is backed up by Cat's
computer controlled emergency
search system.
Service capability - Whether
in the dealer's fully equipped
shop or in the field, you'll get
trained service people using the
latest technology and tools.
I Machine management service
- Cat dealers help manage
equipment investments with:
o Effective preventive main-
tenance programs.
o Diagnostic programs like
Schedule Oil Sampling and
Technical Analysis.
o Information to make the most
cost-effective repair options
decisions.
c Customer meetirgs, training
for operators and mechanics.
Exchange components for
quick repairs - Low-cost com-
ponents assure maximum, cost-
effective uptime.
Literature support - Easy-to-
use operation and maintenance
guides help you get the full
value out of your equipment
investment.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine
Power at 2400 RPM
BSAU L4L(a) gross . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 kW76 HP
SAE gross(J1349) ..... ....... .... .56.4kW175 HP
SAE net(J1349) .. ....... ..... ... ..52.2kW170HP
EEC (ISO 1595) . . . . . . . . . . . .52.2kW170 Hp
g011-269
(Kilowatts (kW) is the International System of Units
equivalent of horsepower.)
Percent torque rise (Net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .L6.7
Perkins four-stroke 4.236 diesel engine with four cylin-
ders, 98.4 mm/3.87" bore, I27 mm/ 5.0" stroke and 3.86
Iiterl236 cu. in. displacement.
Dry-type, slip-fit liners pre-finished for ease of run-in
-
and service replacement. Controlled expansion pistons
with low-friction, three-ring pack matched to liners grve
closer, more consistent clearances for easier cold starting
and reduced noise levels.
Cast-iron sump for resistance to impact damage. Steel
backed aluminum bearings. Heat-treated crankshaft.
Pressure lubrication with full-flow, filtered oil. Dry-type
air cleaner with precleaner bowl, primary and secondary
elements.
Direct-electrig l2-volt starting system with 52-amp alter-
nator and 700 CCA maintenance-free battery. Ether start-
ing aid is standard.
Transmission
Four-speed forward and reverse full syn-
chromesh in all gears. Constant mesh gears on all
ratios permit on-the-go shiftin g up or down. Neutral
-
start provision prevents starting machine while transmis-
sion is in gear.
Transm ission Discon nect
Hand-operated power disconnect (no clutch) for easy, on-
the-go shifting.
Torque Converter
Single-stage, 2.21: 1 stall ratio.
Forward/Reverce Power Shuttle
Conveniently placed, hand-operated lever provides
instant, on-the-go direction changes from forward to
reverse through power hydraulic clutches.
Travel Speeds
Tbavel speeds of 428 Backhoe Loader at full throttle,
equipped with 16.9 x 28" rear tires.
lst 2nd 3ld
Km/MPH Km/MPH Km/MPH Km/MPH
Forward 5.2 3.2 9.7 6.0 18.8 ll.7 29.4 18.3
Reverse 5.2 3.2 9.8 6.1 19.0 11.8 29.6 18.5
Axles
Rear Axle
Heavy duty axle with inboard planetary reduction and
differential lock.
Frcnt Axle
Oscillation 11o each direction from centerline. Switch on
instrument panel engages four-wheel drive, on-the-go, in
any gea\ forward and reverse.
Drive from differential to front wheels via planetary
reduction in each wheel. On-the-go shifting up or down in
all gears is retained in four-wheel drive.
- Tires
Ply
Size Rating Profile
Standard2\ryD........9x16 10 Ribbed
Standard4wD . . . . . . . .10.5 x20 10 Industrial
Optional2WD . . . . . . . . .lll,x 16 10 Laborer
Optional 4WD . . . . . . . . .L2.5180 x 18 10 Tbaction
Rear
Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . .16.9 x28 10 Industrial
Optional* . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.9 x28 L2 Industrial
Optional* . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.9 x28 L2 Tbaction
*Required with extendable stick.
Hydraulic System
Variable-flow, load-sensing, pressure-compen-
sated hydraulic system . . . provides full hydrau-
lic force to cutting edges at all engine speeds, low fuel con-
sumption and low control lever efforts.
Tlpe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Closed-center
Pump type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Variable-floq axial-piston
Pump capacity . . . . . 108 Llmin/28.5 gpm at 2400 RPM
System pressure . . . . . . . 18 6L7 kPa/186bar12700 PSI
Cab
Cab offeredby Caterpillar, when testedwith doors
and windows closed according to ANSI/SAE
J1166 ruN66, meets OSHA and MSHA requirements for
operator sound exposure limits in effect at the time of
manufacture.
ROPS
ROPS cab is standard.
4th
ROPS (Rollover Protection Structure) offered by
Caterpillar for this machine meets ROPS criteria SAE
J394,SAE J1040 APR88 and ISO 3471-1986. It also meets
FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) criteria SAE
J231 and ISO 3449-1984.
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Steering Service Refill

Full hydrostatic steering controlled by a hand Capacities
metering unit. Steering unit provides emergency
steering in case of power failure. u.s. lmperial
TVpe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Front wheel Liters Gallons Gallons
Powgr steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hydrostatic FuelTbnk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106.0 28.0 29.3
cvlinder''''''' CoolingSystem . o,..... . 21.0 --
b.D 4.6
;;;oof"'rXïHffi:F?"lïË ff##?;; Engine Oil with Filter . . . . 7.0 1.9 1.5
T\rrning circle: Tbansmission . . . . . . . . . . . 10.0 2.6 2.2
Inner wheel not braked: 2\ryD 4\ryD Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18.5 4.9 4.1
Outside front wheels . . . . . . 8.1 I m/26'6" 8.09 mJ26'5" Hydraulic Reservoir . . . . . . 38.0 10.0 8.4
Outside widest loader Hydraulic System . . . . . . . 79.0 2L.O 17.5
bucket (1.0 m3/ Four-Wheel Drive
1.38 yd3 G.P.) . . . . . . . . . 10.8 m/35'4" 10.8 m/35'4" FrontAxle . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.5 2.0 1.6
Inner wheel braked:
Outside front wheels . . . . . . 7 .4 ml24'3" 7 .4 mJ24'3"
Outside widest loader
bucket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .LO.2m/33'5" L0.2m/33'5" Weights
Standad machine vlrith additional: 1.0 msl 1.38 ydg
General Purpose loader bucket, 610 mm(24" stan-
dard duty backhoe bucket, 80 kgll76lb operator, full fuel
Brakes tank, and standard tires.
Operating weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7L43 kgl1.5r750 lb
Senrice - TWo fully enclosed, selfenergizing oildisc
brakes on final drive input shaft. Foot-operated Kg Lb
brake pedals can be interlocked for roading or used Extgndable stick* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +242 +533
independently in working applications. ROPSCanopy .... . . . . . . ... .. ..... . -23L -509
Parking/Secondary - Caliper-type disc brake on the Multi-purpose bucket 0.92 m3ll.2 ydg
input shaft to rear axle. Brake is mechanically engaged without fold-over forks . . . . . . . . . . . . . + 166 +366
through hand lever in cab. with fold-over forks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +330 +728
Four-whgel drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +I20 +265
*Excludes front counterweight
SPECIFICATIONS
DIGGING RANGE

/ 3305 mm
\ 0")
1t
2643 mm
(8',9")
I
4153 mm
(13',7"1

5520 mm 2023 mm
1463 mm
(18',1") 129 mm
(4',9")
(5.1")

Note: lMinimum grcund clearance

Dimensions shown for 428 with:

0.92 msll.z yds multi-purpose loader bucket,
extendable stick (unless otherwise specified)
and 610 mm/24" backhoe bucket.

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428 Operational Data

Machine Dimensions (SAE J49 and J732c):

*1157 mm
(3',9")
1109 mm
(3',7"1

'3667 mm
(12',1"1

3574 mm
(11',9") 2776 mm
(g'2")

2630 mm
(2',0") J+
1714 mm
(5',6")
2360 mm
(7',9")
2406 mm
(7',11")

Note: 2Side shift frcm machine centerline

Backhoe Dimensions and Performance

Extendable stick
Standard Retracted Extended
Digging depth - maximum 4750 mmJLS'7" 4840 mm/151111' 6000 mm/19'8"
610 mmJ2'flat bottom (SAE) 4L4I mm/13'7" 4235 mm/13tll'l 5445 mm/17'10"
Reach from swing pivot at ground line 5520 mm/18'1" 5610 mm/18'5" 6760 mmJ22'2"
Loading height 3486 mm/11'5tt 3506 mm/11'6' 4L92 mm/13'9"
Loading reach 2023 mm/6'7" 2L50 mm/7'1" 3160 mm/10'4"
Swing arc 180' 180' 180'
Bucket rotation position 1 and 2 169' L62" 162"
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46.4 kN 45.6 kN 45.6 kN
Bucket dig force 4734ks110,438 lb 4652kg110,258 lb 4652kg110,258 lb
32.6 kN 31.8 kN 21.8 kN
Stick dig force 3322ks17325 lb 3245 kgl7t56 lb 2223kg149Û0 lb
Total sideshift travel L260 mm/49.6" L260 mm/49.6" L260 mm/49.6"
Leveling angle (maximum slope on which
machine will make vertical cut) 110 11" 110
SPECIF CATIONS

Bucket OptiOnS Choice of frve Heavy Duty, frve Standard Duty and two Extreme Sen'ice buckets.

Standard duty buckets incorporate
a one-piece, \ilTap-around cutting
edge and weld-on tooth adapters
Heavy duty buckets feature a
thicker three-piece cutting edge.
Wear strips are welded to back of
bucket for increased \ryear resistance
in tougher diggrng applications.
Extreme Senrice buckets feature
heavy duty side plates, cutting edges
and corner adapters. Buckets are
designed specifrcally for prying out
rock and concrete. Wear strips are
welded across back of bucket for
superior \ryear resistance and ease of
replacement.

Backhoe Buckets
Capacity - SAE rated Weight kg/lb
Bucket \ryidth Standard Duty Heavy Duty Extreme Senrice No. of Teeth
rnm ln
a

liters ft3 kg lb kg lb kg lb
305 t2 70 2.5 88 t94 106 233 3
*457 18 L40 5.0 118 zffi L46 322 lsz BBb 4
*610 24 200 7,0 133 293 166 366 4-5
762 30 280 10.0 L49 328 187 412 5-6
9L4 36 340 12.o 165 364 207 456 :ï 6-7
*Extreme Senrice buckets available from factory.

Teeth Options tor Backhoe Buckets

o Stanaera duty backhoe buckets include weld-on adapters with short, replaceable pin-on tooth tips"
o Heavy duty backhoe buckets include either one-piece bolton Uniteeth or weld-on adapters with long replace-
able pin-on tooth tips.
o Extreme service buckets include weld-on adapters with long replaceable pinon tooth tips"

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Loader Bucket Dimensions and Performance Loader Dimensions

Bucket type Genêral Purpose Multi-Purpose
Capacity SAE rated m3/yd3 1.0/1.38 .g2ll.2
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widrh mm/ftlin 2396194" 2396194"
Lift capacity at fuII height kgnb 238L15249 224314945
Breakout force kNflrgÂb 35.8/365418057 36.9137 6418300
Hinge pin height mm/ftlin 3305/1O',10" 3305/1O',10"
Dump angle at full height 47" 47"
Dump height mm/ftlin 264318',8" 264318',8"
Reach at full height mm/in 944133.2" 900/31.5"
Maximum bucket rollback at ground level 39' 40"
Digging depth mm/in 9913.9" L2915.1"
Grading angle 105' 106'
Width of dozer cutting edge mm/in 2406195"
Jaw opening - maximum mm/in 943137.1"
Bucket jaw clamping force kNflrgÂb 45.7 14660110,275
Weight (does not include teeth or forks) kgnb 4481988 6L411354

NOTE: Specifications shown for machine equipped with 10.5 x 20" (10 PR) front tires, 16.9 x 28" (10 PR) rear tires,
ROPS cab, standard stick with 610 mm/24" standard duty bucket and standard equipment unless otherwise specified.

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Loader Bucket Options
Choice of 0.92 m8/1.2 yd3 multi-purpose or 1.0 m3ll.38 yd8 general purpose loader bucket. A0.92 m3/1.2 yds multi
purpose bucket with fold over pallet forks is also available for added versatility.

1.0 m3/1.38 ydt general purpose bucket features long
bucket floor for easy loading and vertical heel plate for
back-dragging applications. Available with or without
teeth.
Multi-purpose bucket offers increased machine versatil-
ity and application opportunity. Bucket can be used for
dozing with backblade, digging and loading material,
grading or spreading material with openjaw and grabbing
bulky objects on the job site.

0.92 msll.2 yds multi-purpose bucket is available with

fold-over pallet forks.

Teeth Options for Loader Buckets

o General purpose and multi-purpose buckets are available with either eight bolton, double strap Uniteeth;
bolt-on adapters with replaceable tipe; or two-piece, replaceable bolton edges.

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Standad Equipment
NOTE: Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for specifics.
Air cleaner, dry-type. Fuel level. Seat belt.
Alternator, 52-amp, l2-volt. Tâchometer. Seat, suspension with fabric seat
Backhoe, side shift, Torque converter oil temperature. cover and armrests.
two-lever control. Voltmeter. Starting aid, ether.
B attery, maintenance -free, Indicators: Starting system, electric
7OO CCA. Air cleaner service. key start/stop.
Brace, lift rylinder. Clock hour meter. Storage compartment, internal.
Brakes, oil disc. Engine coolant (also audible Stop and tail lights (2).
Differential lock. alarm). Sun visor.
Engine enclosure. Hydraulic oil level sight gauge. Tires:
Fan, suction, and fan guard. Oil pressure (also audible alarm). Front 9 x 16" (10 PR).
Fast reversing shuttle, all gears. Instrument panel lights. Rear 16.9 x 28" (10 PR).
Fenders, rear. Loader, self-leveling with Return-to- Tool box, external.
Flashing hazard/signal lights. DiS and transmission disconnect Torque converter.
Floor mat. switch on single-lever control. Throttles, hand and foot.
Front axle trunnion, remote lube. Mirrors, external. Tbansmission, four-speed
Front grill, impact absorbing. Power steering, hydrostatic. synchromesh.
Front headlights. Precleaner. Vandalism protection.
Front and rear Halogen working ROPS cab with heater, defroster, Warning horn, front, electric.
lights (4). pressurizer and cab ventilating
Gauges: also have audible alarms fan.
Coolant temperature.

Optional Equipment
(with approximate change in operating weight)
Kg Lb Kg Lb
Alarm, back up (required in 8th valve, backhoe, for unit equipped
NorthAmerica) .......... with extendable stick and second
Air conditioner 45 99 additional circuit . 614
Backhoe bucket adapter kit . . 31 68 Additional hydraulic line to boom . . . 49
Backhoe control lever options (each) . . 920 Hydraulic check valves:
Buckets See pages 10 Boom . .
and L2 Boom/Stick . . .
Canopy,ROPS.. ......o.. -23L -509 Stabilizers
Cold starting aid, includes Loader lift and tilt . .
extra battery and wiring . . 27 59 Hydraulic lines for continuous
Counterweight, front (required for flowattachments... 93 206
use with extendable stick). . . . . . . . r02 225 Mirror, rear view, interior . . . o . . o . . 12
Cutting edge, bolt-on (loader bucket). . . 39 85 Muffler, spark-arresting . . . . 49
Floor mat, ROPS canopy . . . . . . . . . . 5 10 Narrow gauge frame -L04 -229
Guards: Oit cooler, hydraulic . . 49
Hose guard, boom base . . . . . . ... . 1 3 Radio installation kit . . 37
Boomrylinders .......... 39 86 Rotating beacon 510
4WD driveshaft 29 63 Static seat, vinyl . . . - 16 -35
Hydraulic arrangements : Sound suppression, exterior . . . . . . . . 11 24
3rd valve (for loader) . 12 27 Speedometgr ......... . 24
7th valve (backhoe) for stick mounted Stabil izer street pads,
attachments . . 10 rubber (set of 4) . . .. 37 82
7th and 8th valve (backhoe) for Stick,extendable.... .. 242 533
additional circuits on Tires .. See page 6
standard stick Toothtipoptions. . . ... . ..... . Seepages 10
and 12
Tïansport locks (required in some
countries).. ... 7 15

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The Competitive Edge

Performance Operating Ease
o Load-sensing hydraulic system - full hydraulic o Conveniently placed, precise, low-effort con-
force to cutting edges at all engine speeds. trols
- increase operator efficiency.
o Fully synchronized transmission - on-the-go o Adjustable suspension seat - for added operator
shifting in all four gears, two- or four-wheel drive. comfort.
o Loader bucket breakout force - excellent produc- o Hydrostatic steering - effortless control, even at
tion capabilities. low idle.
o Automatic bucket leveling/Return-to-Dig - o Excellent visibility - outstanding forward and
improved operator efficiercy, lower rycle times, rear view from the operator's seat to the loader and
increased productivity. backhoe.
o Versatile, two-position bucket linkage - maxi-
mum digging force in either pin position for best Total Customer Support System
match to job. o Parts availability - most Cat parts on dealers
o Overcenter backhoe design - excellent stability, shelf when you need them computer-controlled,
fast travel to and from job. -
emergency search system backup.
o Service capability - dealer's shop or fast field ser-
Reliable/Durable, vice - trained service people latest tools and
o Main frame - fully welded, one-piece frame technology.
-
designed to absorb stress and minimize shock loads o Machine management services - effective
to the power train. preventive maintenance programs, diagnostic pro-
o Integral backhoe - reduces maintenance and ser- grams (Scheduled Oil Sampling Tbchnical Analy-
vice . . . for a true backhoe loader. sis), cost-effective repair options, customer
o Load-sensing hydraulic system - proven reliable, meetitrgs, operator and mechanic training.
on-demand hydraulics. o Exchange components for quick repairs -
o Caterpillar XT-g hose with O-ring face seal cor- choose remanufactured products or rebuilt compo-
nectors - designed to provide a virtually dry nents for maximum availability and lower costs.
machine. o Literature support - easy-to-use operation, main-
o Sure Seal connectors - on electrical system, tenance guides help you get the maximum value
moisture proof and positive locking for reliable long out of your equipment investment.
life. o Flexible fïnancing - your dealer can arrange
attractive financing on the entire line of Cat equip-
Maintenance/Repair ment. Tbrms structured to meet your cash flow
o Modular components requirements. See how affordable and easy it is to
- remove as single units for
simpler, quicker repairs, less downtime. own Cat equipment.
o Superior hose routing - reduces hose damage,
easily accessible for service. Custom Machine Products
o Service points - conveniently located, all acces- o In addition to the standard range of optional equip-
sible from the ground. ment, special attachments and machine configura-
o Built-in lift cylinder brace - suspends loader tions to suit particular customer applications can be
arms for engine servicing. made. Contact your Caterpillar@ dealer for details
on matching the Caterpillar product to your special
applications.
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