Cat 416 vs Cat 420
The Cat 420 is the heavier machine, at 7.83 t against 7.5 t, and the Cat 420 has more power (68 kW against 52 kW).
The Cat 420 is ahead on: more power, more torque, digs deeper, lifts or carries more, more digging or pushing force, more hydraulic flow, faster.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Cat 416 and the Cat 420 drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.
At a glance
Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.
| Figure | Cat 416 | Cat 420 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 7,499 kg | 7,834 kg |
| Gross powerHigher is better | 56 kW | 76 kW+36% |
| Max torqueHigher is better | 418 Nm | 436 Nm+4% |
| Max dig depthHigher is better | 4.277 m | 4.278 m |
| Tipping load at breakout pointHigher is better | 6,486 kg | 6,663 kg+3% |
| Shovel breakout forceHigher is better | 46 kN | 50 kN+9% |
| Pump flowHigher is better | 132 L/min | 187 L/min+42% |
| Top speedHigher is better | 38 km/h | 41 km/h+8% |
| Total travel length | 7.162 m | 7.163 m |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Overall length (loader on ground)7.131 m7.132 m
Total travel length7.162 m7.163 m
Total travel height3.646 mOverall transport height, standard stick3.645 mOverall transport height, standard stick
Cab roof height2.815 mHeight to top of cab/canopy2.815 mHeight to top of cab/canopy
Height to top of exhaust stack2.72 m2.72 m
Rear axle centreline to front grille2.706 m2.706 m
Wheelbase2.2 m2.2 m
Overall width2.248 m2.248 m
Shovel width (GP shovel)2.262 m2.262 m
Height to loader hinge pin (transport)0.378 m0.378 m
Ground clearance (LH step)0.316 m0.316 m
Ground clearance (AWD guard)0.312 m0.312 m
Ground clearance (485 kg counterweight)0.289 m0.289 m
Front wheel tread gauge1.895 m1.895 m
Rear wheel tread gauge1.728 m1.728 m
Turning circle, outside front wheels8.205 mInner wheel not braked8.205 mInner wheel not braked
Turning circle, outside widest loader bucket10.745 mInner wheel not braked10.745 mInner wheel not braked
Stabilisers
Stabiliser spread, operating (centre)3.31 m3.31 m
Stabiliser spread, operating (outside)3.77 m3.77 m
Rear frame width2.322 m2.322 m
Backhoe performance
Max dig depth4.277 mSAE maximum, standard stick4.278 mSAE maximum, standard stick
Max dig depth (E-stick extended)5.371 mSAE maximum, extendible stick extended5.372 mSAE maximum, extendible stick extended
Digging depth, 2440 mm flat bottom3.899 m3.9 m
Digging depth, 610 mm flat bottom4.239 m4.24 m
Reach at ground level, from slew centre5.6 m5.6 m
Reach at ground level, from slew centre (E-stick extended)6.641 m6.641 m
Reach from rear axle centreline at ground line6.69 m6.69 m
Max load-over height3.71 mLoading height, standard stick3.709 mLoading height, standard stick
Loading reach1.841 m1.845 m
Maximum operating height (backhoe)5.601 m5.598 m
Bucket tearout force59 kN64 kN
Dipper tearout force32 kN44 kN
Swing arc180°180°
Bucket rotation205°205°
Loader performance
Shovel capacity0.96 m³GP bucket, SAE rated, pin-on0.96 m³GP bucket, SAE rated, pin-on
Lift capacity to full height2,962 kg3,280 kg
Shovel breakout force46 kN50 kN
Lift breakout force46 kN50 kN
Tipping load at breakout point6,486 kg6,663 kg
Dump height with standard bucket2.758 m2.758 m
Maximum hinge pin height3.488 m3.488 m
Dump angle at full height44°44°
Dump reach at maximum angle0.807 m0.807 m
Maximum bucket rollback at ground level36°36°
Loader digging depth0.07 m0.07 m
Grille to bucket cutting edge, carry position1.48 m1.48 m
Maximum operating height (loader)4.356 m4.356 m
Weight
Operating weight7,499 kg7,834 kg
Operating weight (maximum, ROPS capacity)11,000 kg11,000 kg
Operating weight (minimum)7,072 kg7,384 kg
Engine
Engine modelCat C3.6, electronic turbo, intercooled55 kW (74 hp) and 70 kW (96 hp) ratingsCat C3.6, electronic turbo, intercooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage VU.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V
Displacement3.6 L3.6 L
Bore98 mm98 mm
Stroke120 mm120 mm
Gross power56 kW (75 hp)SAE J1995 at 2,200 rpm; 55 kW (74 hp) rating76 kW (102 hp)
Gross power (ISO 14396)55 kW (74 hp)At 2,200 rpm; 55 kW (74 hp) rating74 kW (100 hp)At 2,200 rpm; 74.5 kW (100 hp) engine rating
Net power52 kW (70 hp)SAE J1349 at 2,200 rpm; 55 kW (74 hp) rating68 kW (91 hp)
Max torque418 Nm436 Nm
Gross power, 96 hp rating71 kW (96 hp)SAE J1995 at 2,200 rpm; 70 kW (96 hp) ratingNot published
Net power, 96 hp rating64 kW (85 hp)SAE J1349 at 2,200 rpm; 70 kW (96 hp) ratingNot published
Max torque, 96 hp rating396 NmNot published
Net peak powerNot published78 kW (105 hp)
Gross power, 110 hp ratingNot published84 kW (112 hp)
Net power, 110 hp ratingNot published76 kW (101 hp)
Max torque, 110 hp ratingNot published485 NmNet, SAE J1349; 82 kW (110 hp) engine rating
Transmission
TransmissionPower shuttle 4F/4R (standard); 4F/3R power shift optionalPower shift 4F/3R (standard); 6F/3R power shift optional, with or without LTC
Top speed38 km/h41 km/h
Hydraulics
Hydraulic systemClosed center; variable-flow axial piston pumpClosed center, load sensing; variable-flow axial piston pump
Pump flow132 L/minAt 2,200 rpm187 L/minAt 2,200 rpm
Max pressure230 bar250 bar
Tyres
Front tyres340/80-18340/80-18
Rear tyres500/70-24500/70-24
Service capacities
Fuel tank160 L160 L
Engine oil, with filter9 L9 L
Cooling system18 LWith air conditioning18 LWith air conditioning
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF)19 L19 L
Hydraulic system, with tank95 L95 L
Hydraulic tank42 L42 L
Transmission, power shuttle (AWD)18 LNot published
Transmission, power shift (AWD)19 L19 L
Rear axle16 L16 L
Front axle (AWD)11 L11 L
Final drive, front (each)0.7 L0.7 L
Final drive, rear (each)1.7 L1.7 L
Service intervals
Engine oil and filter500 hoursor 12 months500 hoursor 12 months
Transmission oil1,000 hours1,000 hours
Axle oil1,000 hours1,000 hours
Hydraulic oil3,000 hoursWith Cat HYDO Advanced 103,000 hoursWith Cat HYDO Advanced 10
Coolant12,000 hoursCat ELC, or 72 months12,000 hoursCat ELC, or 72 months
Sources: Cat 416 Backhoe Loader spec sheet AEHQ8242-04 (North America) · Cat 420 Backhoe Loader specalog AEHQ8243-04 (2026)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Cat 416 vs Cat 420: questions
Which is bigger, the Cat 416 or Cat 420?
By operating weight the Cat 420 is the biggest at 7.83 t, then the Cat 416 at 7.5 t.
Which has more power, the Cat 416 or Cat 420?
The Cat 420: Cat 416 56 kW (75 hp), Cat 420 76 kW (102 hp) (gross power), a 36% difference.
Which digs deeper, the Cat 416 or Cat 420?
The Cat 420: Cat 416 4.277 m, Cat 420 4.278 m (max dig depth), a 0% difference.
Which lifts or carries more, the Cat 416 or Cat 420?
The Cat 420: Cat 416 6,486 kg, Cat 420 6,663 kg (tipping load at breakout point), a 3% difference.
Where do these figures come from?
Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.
Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?
Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.
