Cat Center-Pivot 450F
Product Feature
Operator Station
See moreSuperior Comfort
The ergonomic, automotive style operator station helps you work comfortably and productively all day long. Select the configuration that meets your needs - Canopy or Deluxe Cab with air conditioning. Features include:
Adjustable air suspension seat (standard)
Excellent visibility over the hood
Easy-to-read gauge cluster
Ample legroom
Automatic Engine Speed Control to conserve fuel
Storage compartments for tools and belongings
Ride Control
The standard Ride Control System smoothes the ride in all conditions, including load and carry, highway roading or simply moving around the job site. The result is increased operator comfort, reduced operator fatigue and improved material retention.
Pattern Selector
The pattern selector switch, located in the cab, lets you change from an excavator to a backhoe control pattern simply by pressing a button. This lets you use the pattern you are most comfortable with so you can be more productive. (Standard on pilot control machines.)
Joystick Controls
Ergonomic excavator-style joystick controls provide precise control with low effort. Thumb rollers provide convenient, fingertip control of auxiliary functions, eliminating floor mounted foot pedals.
Power Train
Cat Engine
The Cat C4.4 ACERT™ engine provides cleaner, quieter operation while delivering superior performance and durability. The engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Interim and EU Stage IIIB emission requirements. The engine also features:
Passive regeneration system requiring no operator interaction
Long life diesel particulate filter
Improved fuel efficiency
Increased horsepower delivers greater pushing power, increased aggressiveness in hard bank and faster roading.
Transmission
The standard auto-shift transmission matches gear with grade and load conditions. At the touch of a switch, manual mode gives the operator control over gear selection, as a power shift transmission.
Hydraulic proportional control valves deliver smooth speed and directional shifts.
Standard Four Wheel Drive (4WD) improves mobility and loader performance in poor underfoot conditions and can be activated on-the-go.
Maximum roading speed of 40 km/h (25 mph) improves travel time between job sites.
Brake Mode Selector
Brake mode selector switch is standard on the 450F and has three positions: two wheel drive, two wheel drive with all wheel braking and four wheel drive. Two wheel drive with all wheel braking provides better tire life while roading and engages the front axle when brakes are applied for improved braking performance.
Hydraulics
Powerful Hydraulic System
The load-sensing, closed center hydraulic system matches pressure and flow to the job demands. Whether you're in full trenching mode or digging around delicate services, you are in control. In applications such as production trenching where speed is important, the system will provide the flow needed to get the job done quickly and efficiently. New electronic pump torque limiter delivers improved power management and hydraulic performance. The load-sensing hydraulic system also delivers:
Better fuel efficiency
Quieter operation
Reduced wear on components
Cooler hydraulic temperatures
Full dig and lift forces at any engine speed
Backhoe Performance
Boom
The excavator-style boom is built for optimum performance and durability. The curved design provides added clearance when digging over obstacles or loading trucks. The narrow boom enhances the viewing area to the bucket and the trench throughout the operating range. More robust swing casting and double clevis design improves durability and reliability.
Stick
Serrated edges on the stick provide improved material clamping for clearing and demolition applications. The optional extendible stick (E-stick) increases reach and dig depth by approximately 1.2 m (4 ft).
Thumbs
Thumb mounting provisions are standard on every Cat Backhoe Loader for added machine versatility. Cat hydraulic thumbs are available for increased versatility. Mechanical thumbs are also available through your Cat dealer.
Loader Performance
Single Tilt Loader Linkage
Single tilt loader linkage features strong lift and breakout forces for solid performance in backfilling and truck loading applications with pin-on buckets.
Return-to-Dig
The return-to-dig system reduces loading cycle times by bringing the loader bucket back to the dig position with an easy pull of the lever. By the time the loader bucket is at ground level, the bucket is angled correctly for the next load or cut.
Work Tools
Backhoe Work Tools
Increase the versatility of your machine with the large selection of backhoe attachments:
Buckets - Heavy Duty and Ditch Cleaning
Hammers
Thumbs (mechanical and hydraulic)
Vibratory Plate Compactors
Quick Couplers
Loader Work Tools
A wide range of loader attachments is available including:
Buckets - General Purpose and Multi Purpose
Flip Over Forks
Lift Eyes
Integral lifting eyes are a standard feature, one on the backhoe linkage and two lifting eyes on the rear of every loader bucket.
Backhoe Quick Coupler
Quick couplers allow for quick attachment of buckets and other work tools.
Serviceability
Minimize Your Downtime
Convenient service features makes maintenance easy, reducing your downtime:
Tilt up hood provides easy, convenient access to all engine check points
Electronic control module stores fault codes for easy, efficient troubleshooting and maximum machine uptime
Cat Product Link system (optional) provides remote reporting of machine location and operating system parameters
Customer Support
Renowned Dealer Support
From helping you choose the right machine to knowledgeable ongoing support, Cat dealers provide the best in sales and service.
Preventive maintenance programs and guaranteed maintenance contracts
Best-in-class parts availability
Operator training to help boost your profits
Genuine Cat Remanufactured parts
Product Parameter
Overview
Cat Backhoe Loaders set the industry standard for operator comfort, exceptional performance, versatility and jobsite efficiency.
Engine
Units:
Net Power - SAE J1349 | 127.0 HP 95.0 kW | More |
Engine Model - Standard | Cat® C4.4 Cat® C4.4 | More |
Gross Power - SAE J1995 | 144.0 HP 107.0 kW | More |
Net Power - ISO 9249 | 128.0 HP 96.0 kW | More |
Gross Power - ISO 14396 | 142.0 HP 106.0 kW | More |
Net Power - EEC 80/1269 | 128.0 HP 96.0 kW | More |
Bore | 4.13 in 105.0 mm | More |
Stroke | 5.0 in 127.0 mm | More |
Displacement | 268.0 in³ 4.4 l | More |
Net Torque Rise - 1,400 rpm - Standard | 31.0 % 31.0 % | More |
Net Peak Torque - 1400 rpm - Standard - SAE J1349 | 396.0 ft-lb 536.0 N·m | More |
Weights
Operating Weight - Maximum | 27115.0 lb 12300.0 kg | More |
Operating Weight - Nominal | 24141.0 lb 10950.0 kg | More |
Cab - ROPS/FOPS | 556.0 lb 252.0 kg | More |
Extendible Stick - No Weights | 628.0 lb 285.0 kg | More |
Air Conditioning | 157.0 lb 71.0 kg | More |
MP Bucket (1.10 m3/1.50 yd3) - With Fold-Over Forks | 78.0 lb 35.0 kg | More |
MP Bucket (1.10 m3/1.50 yd3) - Without Fold-Over Forks | -276.0 lb -125.0 kg | More |
Backhoe
Dig Depth - Standard | 17.2 ft 5260.0 mm | More |
Dig Depth - E-Stick Retracted | 17.2 ft 5260.0 mm | More |
Dig Depth - E-Stick Extended | 21.3 ft 6501.0 mm | More |
Reach from Swing Pivot - Standard | 22.0 ft 6704.0 mm | More |
Reach from Swing Pivot - E-Stick Retracted | 22.0 ft 6704.0 mm | More |
Reach from Swing Pivot - E-Stick Extended | 25.8 ft 7886.0 mm | More |
Bucket Rotation | 198.0 ° 198.0 ° | More |
Bucket Dig Force - Standard | 17746.0 lb 78.9 kN | More |
Bucket Dig Force - E-Stick Retracted | 17746.0 lb 78.9 kN | More |
Bucket Dig Force - E-Stick Extended | 17746.0 lb 78.9 kN | More |
Stick Dig Force - Standard | 11780.0 lb 52.4 kN | More |
Stick Dig Force - E-Stick Retracted | 11939.0 lb 53.1 kN | More |
Stick Dig Force - E-Stick Extended | 9009.0 lb 40.0 kN | More |
Stick Lift at 2440 mm (8 ft) - Standard | 8401.0 lb 3811.0 kg | More |
Stick Lift at 2440 mm (8 ft) - E-Stick Retracted | 8084.0 lb 3667.0 kg | More |
Stick Lift at 2440 mm (8 ft) - E-Stick Extended | 4514.0 lb 2048.0 kg | More |
Loading Height - Standard | 14.58 ft 4440.0 mm | More |
Loading Height - E-Stick Retracted | 14.58 ft 4439.0 mm | More |
Loading Height - E-Stick Extended | 17.0 ft 5194.0 mm | More |
Loading Reach - Standard | 6.85 ft 2100.0 mm | More |
Loading Reach - E-Stick Retracted | 6.85 ft 2100.0 mm | More |
Loading Reach - E-Stick Extended | 10.2 ft 3112.0 mm | More |
Loader
Bucket Capacity - General Purpose | 1.75 yd³ 1.34 m³ | More |
Bucket Width - General Purpose | 8.0 ft 2434.0 mm | More |
Dump Height at Maximum Angle - Single Tilt | 8.7 ft 2666.0 mm | More |
Dump Reach at Maximum Angle - Single Tilt | 2.7 ft 850.0 mm | More |
Dig Depth - Single Tilt | 6.0 in 146.0 mm | More |
Lift Capacity at Full Height - Single Tilt | 7871.0 lb 3570.0 kg | More |
Bucket Breakout Force - Single Tilt | 11375.0 lb 50.6 kN | More |
Hydraulic System
Circuit Type | Closed center, load sensing Closed center, load sensing | More |
Pump Capacity at 2,200 rpm | 50.0 gal/min 190.0 l/min | More |
System Pressure - Backhoe | 3800.0 psi 26200.0 kPa | More |
System Pressure - Loader | 3550.0 psi 24483.0 kPa | More |
Pump Type | Variable-flow, axial piston, secondary gear Variable-flow, axial piston, secondary gear | More |
Steering Type | Ackerman Ackerman | More |
Power Steering | Hydrostatic, Hand Metering Unit Hydrostatic, Hand Metering Unit | More |
4WD Cylinder - Bore | 3.35 in 85.0 mm | More |
4WD Cylinder - Stroke | 9.29 in 236.0 mm | More |
4WD Cylinder - Rod Diameter | 1.65 in 42.0 mm | More |
Brake System | Boosted, outboard, oil-immersed, multiple disc Boosted, outboard, oil-immersed, multiple disc | More |
Axle Oscillation | 10.0 ° 10.0 ° | More |
Power Train
Auto-Shift - Optional - Forward 1st | 3.7 mile/h 6.0 km/h | More |
Auto-Shift - Optional - Forward 2nd | 6.0 mile/h 9.6 km/h | More |
Auto-Shift - Optional - Forward 3rd | 12.0 mile/h 20.0 km/h | More |
Auto-Shift - Optional - Forward 4th | 17.0 mile/h 27.0 km/h | More |
Auto-Shift - Optional - Forward 5th | 25.0 mile/h 40.0 km/h | More |
Auto-Shift - Optional - Reverse 1st | 3.7 mile/h 6.0 km/h | More |
Auto-Shift - Optional - Reverse 2nd | 7.8 mile/h 13.0 km/h | More |
Auto-Shift - Optional - Reverse 3rd | 17.0 mile/h 27.0 km/h | More |
Operating Specifications - Backhoe
Turning Circle - Outside - Front Wheels | 27.4 ft 8.36 m | More |
Turning Circle - Outside, Widest Loading Bucket | 36.6 ft 11.18 m | More |
Service Refill
Cooling System - A/C | 5.3 gal (US) 20.0 l | More |
Fuel Tank | 44.0 gal (US) 165.0 l | More |
Engine Oil - With Filter | 2.2 gal (US) 8.5 l | More |
Transmission - Auto-Shift - AWD | 5.6 gal (US) 21.0 l | More |
Rear Axle | 5.0 gal (US) 19.0 l | More |
Front Axle (4WD) | 2.9 gal (US) 11.0 l | More |
Front Axle - Planetaries | 0.2 gal (US) 0.8 l | More |
Hydraulic System | 26.5 gal (US) 100.0 l | More |
Hydraulic Tank | 13.2 gal (US) 50.0 l | More |
Standards
Brakes | SAE J/ISO 3450, ISO 3450 1996 SAE J/ISO 3450, ISO 3450 1996 | More |
Cab - ROPS | SAE J1040 May 1994/ISO 3741 1994 SAE J1040 May 1994/ISO 3741 1994 | More |
Cab - FOPS | SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 LEVEL II and ISO 3449:1992 LEVEL II SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98 LEVEL II and ISO 3449:1992 LEVEL II | More |
Cab - Sound | ANSI/SAE J1166 Oct 98 is 83 dB (A) ANSI/SAE J1166 Oct 98 is 83 dB (A) | More |
Exterior Sound | SAE J88 APR95 is 79 dB (A) SAE J88 APR95 is 79 dB (A) | More |
Axle Ratings
Front Axle (4WD) - Static | 50582.0 lb 22944.0 kg | More |
Front Axle (4WD) - Dynamic | 20233.0 lb 9178.0 kg | More |
Rear Axle - Static | 51257.0 lb 23250.0 kg | More |
Rear Axle - Dynamic | 20503.0 lb 9300.0 kg | More |
Tires
Front 4WD Standard Size | 12-19.5, 12 ply 12-19.5, 12 ply | More |
Rear - 4WD Standard Size | 21L-24 16 ply |