Cat 420D IT Specs: A Closer Look

Axle Ratings

Dynamic (1) - 6983 lbs (3,168 kg)

Dynamic (2) - 20418 lbs (9,262 kg)

Backhoe

Bucket Dig Force - 14712 lbs (6,673 kg)

Bucket Dig Force - 14712 lbs (6,673 kg)

Bucket Dig Force - Extended - 14586 lbs (6,616 kg)

Bucket Rotation - 205 °

Dig Depth - 14.5 ft (4 m)

Dig Depth - Extended - 18.1 ft (5 m)

E-Stick Extended (1) - 18.1 ft (5 m)

E-Stick Extended (2) - 21.9 ft (6 m)

E-Stick Extended (3) - 14586 lbs (6,616 kg)

E-Stick Extended (4) - 6188 lbs (2,807 kg)

E-Stick Extended (5) - 4121 lbs (1,869 kg)

E-Stick Retracted (1) - 14.7 ft (4 m)

E-Stick Retracted (2) - 18.8 ft (5 m)

E-Stick Retracted (3) - 14586 lbs (6,616 kg)

E-Stick Retracted (4) - 8421 lbs (3,820 kg)

E-Stick Retracted (5) - 8936 lbs (4,053 kg)

Load Height - 11.9 ft (3 m)

Load Height - Extended - 13.7 ft (4 m)

Loading Height - 11.9 ft (3 m)

Loading Reach - 5.7 ft (2 m)

Reach at Load Height - Extended - 2.5 ft (1 m)

Reach from Swing Pivot - 18.5 ft (5 m)

Reach From Swivel - 18.6 ft (5 m)

Reach From Swivel - Extended - 21.9 ft (6 m)

Stick Dig Force - 8593 lbs (3,898 kg)

Stick Lift at 2440 mm (8 ft) - 10538 lbs (4,780 kg)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance - 1 ft (0 m)

Height to Top of Suspended Cab - 9.1 ft (3 m)

Transport Length - 22.9 ft (7 m)

Transport Width - 7.8 ft (2 m)

Wheelbase - 6.9 ft (2 m)

Engine

Bore - 4 in (10 cm)

Displacement - 243 cu in (0 m)

Engine Model - 3054T

Gross Power - 88 hp (66 kw)

Gross Power - SAE J1995 - 88 hp (66 kw)

Net Peak Torque - 1400 rpm - Standard - SAE J1349 - 254 lbs/ft

Net Power - 85 hp (63 kw)

Net Power - SAE J1349 - 85 hp (63 kw)

Net Torque Rise - 1,400 rpm - Standard - 27%

Number of Cylinders - 4

Power Measured @ 2200 rpm

Stroke - 5 in (13 cm)

Hydraulic System

4WD Cylinder - Bore - 2.56 in (5 cm)

Brake System - Inboard, oil-immersed

Circuit Type - Load sensing, closed Center

Power Steering - Hydrostatic

Pump Capacity at 2,200 rpm - 43 gal/min (163 l/min)

Pump Flow Capacity - 43.1 gal/min (163 l/min)

Pump Type - LSPC, closed center

Relief Valve Pressure - 3300.2 psi

Steering Type - Front wheel

Loader

Bucket Breakout Force - 10138.9 lbs (4,599 kg)

Bucket Breakout Force - Single Tilt - 10131 lbs (4,595 kg)

Bucket Capacity - 1.3 cu yds (1 m)

Bucket Capacity - General Purpose - 1.3 cu yds (1 m)

Bucket Width - 89.1 in (226 cm)

Bucket Width - General Purpose - 89 ft (27 m)

Clearance at Max Dump Height - 8.4 ft (2 m)

Dig Depth - 5.4 in (13 cm)

Dig Depth - Single Tilt - 5 in (13 cm)

Dump Height at Maximum Angle - Single Tilt - 8.4 ft (2 m)

Dump Reach at Maximum Angle - Single Tilt - 2.8 ft (1 m)

Lift Capacity at Full Height - Single Tilt - 6385 lbs (2,896 kg)

Reach at Max Dump Height - 2.8 ft (1 m)

Operating Specifications

Fuel Capacity - 33.9 gal (125 l)

Operating Weight 4wd - 15763.1 lbs (7,150 kg)

Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd - 11Lx16,12PR/12.5 / 80x18,10PR

Turning Circle - Outside - Front Wheels - 26.8 ft (8 m)

Turning Circle - Outside, Widest Loading Bucket - 35 ft (11 m)

Turning Radius17.6 ft (5 m)

Power Train

Power Shuttle Transmission - Forward 1st - 3.6 mph (5 kph)

Power Shuttle Transmission - Reverse 1st - 3.6 mph (5 kph)

Service Refill

Cooling System - A/C - 4.2 gal (15 l)

Cooling System - High-Ambient - 4.4 gal (15 l)

Engine Oil - With Filter - 2 gal (8 l)

Front Axle (4WD) - 2 gal (8 l)

Front Axle - Planetaries - 0.2 gal (0 l)

Fuel Tank - 34 gal (129 l)

Hydraulic System - 21 gal (79 l)

Hydraulic Tank - 10 gal (38 l)

Rear Axle - 6.4 gal (23 l)

Transmission - Torque Converter - Power Shuttle - 2WD - 4 gal (15 l)

Standards

Cab - ROPS - SAE J397/SAE J1040 May 1994/ISO 3471 1994

Cab - Sound - ANSI/SAE J1166 Oct 98 is 78.5 dB(A)

Exterior Sound - SAE J88 April 95 is 73.0 dB(A)

Front Axle (2WD) - Static - 30319 lbs (13,753 kg)

Front Axle (4WD) - Static - 27029 lbs (12,260 kg)

Rear Axle - Static - 61233 lbs (27,775 kg)

Tires

Rear Tires Size - 19.5x24,10PR / 19.5L24,10PR

Transmission

Max Speed - 20.4 mph (32 kph)

Max Speed - Reverse - 20.4 mph (32 kph)

Number of Forward Gears - 4

Number of Reverse Gears - 4

Transmission Type - power shuttle

Weights

Counterweights - Option 1 - 320 lbs (145 kg)

Operating Weight - Maximum - 21605 lbs (9,800 kg)

Operating Weight - Nominal - 15772 lbs (7,154 kg)

Common Uses of the Caterpillar 420D IT

The Cat 420D IT is a versatile machine that can be used for a variety of applications. It's commonly used in construction, landscaping, and agricultural projects. It's also used for digging, loading, and grading. The machine is also equipped with a dozer blade, making it ideal for earthmoving and grading tasks.

Price and Rental Costs

The Cat 420D IT has an MSRP of $42,000. It can be rented for a day for $360, for a half-day for $180, and for a week for $1080.

Operating Weight and Maintenance Costs

The Cat 420D IT has an operating weight of 15,772 lbs and is powered by a 4-cylinder turbocharged engine. The estimated monthly maintenance costs are approximately $1,000, which includes oil changes, filter changes, and other minor maintenance.

Fuel Cost Estimates

The estimated fuel cost per month for the Cat 420D IT is approximately $1,500. The estimated hourly fuel cost is around $2.50 per hour.

Similar Models

If you are looking for similar models to the Cat 420D IT, there are several other Caterpillar machines that are similar. These include the Cat 420E IT, the Cat 420F, the Cat 430E IT, the Cat 420E, and the Cat 432E IT.

Conclusion

The Caterpillar 420D IT is a powerful and versatile machine that is ideal for a variety of applications. It is equipped with a 4-cylinder turbocharged engine and a hydrostatic transmission, giving it a maximum speed of 24.5 km/h. The Caterpillar 420D IT has an MSRP of $42,000 and can be rented for a day for $360, for a half-day for $180, and for a week for $1080. The estimated monthly maintenance costs are approximately $1,000 and the estimated fuel cost per month is $1,500. If you are looking for similar models to the Caterpillar 420D IT, there are several other Caterpillar machines that are similar.