Backhoe Products December 2006

Take a look at backhoe-loader offerings from a variety of manufacturers.


  • 76- to 98-hp Case Family 3 Tier II engines
  • Loader capacities from 6,182 to 7,327 lbs.
  • 14-ft. 3-in. to 16-ft. 4-in. maximum backhoe dig depths
  • Pro Control System
  • Low-effort Case Pilot Control option with thumb-proportional control for the Extendahoe
  • In-cab pattern change switch

Caterpillar E-Series
The 416E, 420E and 430E offer an extendible stick with an external slider design that protects the inner slider from damage and debris.

  • Backhoe digging depths from 14 ft. 4 in. to 15 ft. 5 in. with standard stick or 17 ft. 11 in. to 19 ft. 6 in. with extendible stick
  • 1.0- to 1.31-cu.-yd. loader bucket capacities with 9,014- to 10,225-lb. breakout force
  • 420E and 430E offered in integrated tool-carrier configurations
  • Optional factory-installed thumbs, AccuGrade BHL site reference system and Product Link tool

Komatsu 15-ft.-class Backhoe-loaders
The WB156-5 and WB156PS-5 feature operating weights from 16,530 to 18,780 lbs. and loader bucket options up to 1.5 cu. yds.

  • 95-net-hp Komatsu turbocharged Tier II engine
  • HydrauMind load-sensing, closed-center hydraulic system
  • Spacious operator station in ROPS canopy or enclosed dual entry cab with climate-control
  • Four-speed synchro-shuttle transmission or full PowerShift transmission (WB156PS-5)

JCB 3CX Backhoe-loader
The 15,439-lb. 3CX is available with the fully adjustable, seat-mounted Precision Controls System, which enables use of the machine from a non-rear-facing position.

  • 14-ft. 7-in. backhoe dig depth standard (Extra Dig) with a 12,023-lb. bucket breakout force
  • Loader offers a 1.40-cu.-yd. standard bucket and a 12,638-lb. bucket breakout force
  • 90-net-hp JCB Dieselmax engine
  • Optional heated air suspension seat with air lumbar support