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Sell Your Caterpillar 450 Backhoe Loader
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What Is Your CAT 450 Worth?
HeavyDutyYard estimates a used CAT 450 at $49,000–$101,000, a range checked against public auction results and dealer asks. 9 auction results for the CAT 450 ranged from $49,000 to $100,100.
HeavyDutyYard estimate, checked against recent sales
Low
High
| Hours | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Under 2,000 hrs | $65,500–$101,000 |
| 2,000–5,000 hrs | $53,000–$65,500 |
| 5,000–8,000 hrs | $51,000–$53,000 |
| 8,000+ hrs | $49,000–$51,000 |
See the recent CAT 450 sales and asks.
CAT 450 Specs at a Glance
- Engine
- Caterpillar C3.6 130 hp
- Operating weight
- 24,324 lb
- Size class
- Large
- Years produced
- 2018-present
- Max Dig Depth
- 17 ft
- Fuel tank
- 42.3 gal
Checked against 450 (07 series).
Full CAT 450specifications →Which CAT 450 Do You Have?
The CAT 450 was built from 2018 to today. Give the year from the serial plate.
What to Include With Your CAT 450
Seen most often on a CAT 450; list any that come with yours.
Common configurations
- Enclosed cab with AC
- Center pivot
- Power shift transmission
- Extended reach
Popular attachments
- Hydraulic breaker
- Hydraulic thumb
- Grapple bucket
- Auger drive
How the CAT 450 Compares
| Model | Weight | HP | Max Dig Depth | Est. used price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAT 450 | 24,324 lb | 130 | 17 ft | $49,000–$101,000 |
| John Deere 710L | 25,588 lb | 148 | 17.25 ft | $64,000–$130,000 |
| Case 695SN | 27,200 lb | 145 | 20.5 ft | $61,500–$125,000 |
HeavyDutyYard estimates.
Against the John Deere 710L, the CAT 450 is 1,264 lb lighter, has 18 less hp and has 0.25 ft less max dig depth.
Against the Case 695SN, the CAT 450 is 2,876 lb lighter, has 15 less hp and has 3.5 ft less max dig depth.
In Caterpillar's backhoes lineup, the next size down is the CAT 440.
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 450 still made?
Yes. The CAT 450 has been built since 2018.
What is the CAT 450 used for?
The CAT 450 is mostly put to work on heavy construction, quarrying, mining, major excavation.