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Sell Your Caterpillar 420 Backhoe Loader
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What Is Your CAT 420 Worth?
HeavyDutyYard estimates a used CAT 420 at $50,000–$72,000 (our estimate, not yet checked against recent sales).
HeavyDutyYard estimate
Low
High
| Hours | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Under 2,000 hrs | $64,000–$72,000 |
| 2,000–5,000 hrs | $58,000–$65,000 |
| 5,000–8,000 hrs | $52,000–$59,000 |
| 8,000+ hrs | $50,000–$53,000 |
Check the full CAT 420 spec sheet.
CAT 420 Specs at a Glance
- Engine
- Caterpillar C3.6 91 hp
- Operating weight
- 17,271 lb
- Size class
- Compact
- Years produced
- 2020-present
- Max Dig Depth
- 14 ft
- Fuel tank
- 42.3 gal
Checked against 420 (07 series).
Full CAT 420specifications →Which CAT 420 Do You Have?
The CAT 420 was built from 2020 to today. Give the year from the serial plate.
What to Include With Your CAT 420
Seen most often on a CAT 420; list any that come with yours.
Common configurations
- Enclosed cab
- Center pivot backhoe
- Power shift transmission
- Tier 4 Final
Popular attachments
- Hydraulic breaker
- Hydraulic thumb
- Grapple bucket
- Auger drive
How the CAT 420 Compares
| Model | Weight | HP | Max Dig Depth | Est. used price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAT 420 | 17,271 lb | 91 | 14 ft | $50,000–$72,000 |
| John Deere 310L | 15,040 lb | 97 | 14.2 ft | $27,000–$60,000 |
| Case 580SN | 17,226 lb | 96.6 | 14.47 ft | $30,500–$75,000 |
HeavyDutyYard estimates.
Against the John Deere 310L, the CAT 420 is 2,231 lb heavier, has 6 less hp and has 0.2 ft less max dig depth.
Against the Case 580SN, the CAT 420 is 45 lb heavier, has 5.6 less hp and has 0.47 ft less max dig depth.
In Caterpillar's backhoes lineup, the next size down is the CAT 416 and the next size up is the CAT 430.
Hours on a Used Backhoe Loader
Working life, backhoe loader: about 5,000–12,000 hours (Caterpillar). Check yours with the hours checker.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CAT 420 still made?
Yes. The CAT 420 has been built since 2020.
What is the CAT 420 used for?
The CAT 420 is mostly put to work on general construction, utility work, landscaping, excavation.