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Comparison · Backhoe loader

Caterpillar 420 vs Caterpillar 432

The Caterpillar 420 and Caterpillar 432 are almost identical in operating weight (about 8,850 and 9,000 kg).

The Caterpillar 432 has about 6% more engine power (74 kW (99 hp) vs 70 kW (94 hp)).

Caterpillar 420F IT backhoe loader
Caterpillar Caterpillar 420
Caterpillar 432
Caterpillar Caterpillar 432
Operating weight 8,850 kg (19,500 lb)9,000 kg (19,800 lb)
Engine power 70 kW (94 hp)74 kW (99 hp)
Net power ≈70 kW (94 hp)≈74 kW (99 hp)
Max. digging depth ≈4.4 m (14 ft 5 in) std; ≈5.3 m (17 ft 5 in) extended≈4.8 m (15 ft 9 in)
Engine Cat C3.6—
Loader bucket ≈1.0–1.2 m³ (1.3–1.6 yd³)—
Strengths
  • + Smooth hydraulic and pilot control options
  • + Integrated tool-carrier (IT) loader option for forks
  • + Strong Cat dealer support
  • + More reach and depth
  • + Pilot controls
Watch-outs
  • − More expensive than CASE and Deere equivalents
  • − Electronics-heavy compared with older models
  • − Higher price
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Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.