426F2 Backhoe Loader

426F2

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Overview

The 426F2 features a world class operator station with a standard air suspension seat, extra legroom and greater visibility. Ergonomic joystick controls provide smooth operation and low operator effort.

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Cab and Controls

The introduction of the new cab to the Cat Backhoe Loader provides a comfortable and easy to use operator environment. With the ability to customize your experience, the all new cab allows the operator to perform in greater comfort and enjoy the latest technologies available on today's generation of backhoe loaders.
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Powerful Hydraulics

The F2 Series machines really make an impact. High pump flow in a superior hydraulic system allow the operator excellent hydraulic performance at their fingertips.
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Power Train

The 426F2 is equipped with our tried and tested Cat 3054C engine and is finely tuned to a Cat four speed manual transmission. This fine tuning enables the 426F2 to reach a 40 km/h roading speed.
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Get the most out of your Cat® Backhoe Loader. Product Link provides quick access to vital information such as machine location, hours worked, machine error codes and fuel burn to help you maximize machine performance.

The introduction of the new cab to the Cat Backhoe Loader provides a comfortable and easy to use operator environment. With the ability to customize your experience, the all new cab allows the operator to perform in greater comfort and enjoy the latest technologies available on today's generation of backhoe loaders.

The F2 Series machines really make an impact. High pump flow in a superior hydraulic system allow the operator excellent hydraulic performance at their fingertips.

The 426F2 is equipped with our tried and tested Cat 3054C engine and is finely tuned to a Cat four speed manual transmission. This fine tuning enables the 426F2 to reach a 40 km/h roading speed.

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Engine

Power - Net	88.0 HP 66.0 kW
Model	Cat 3054C Mechanical Turbo Cat 3054C Mechanical Turbo
Emissions	Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 2/EU Stage II equivalent emission standards. Engine meets U.S. EPA Tier 2/EU Stage II equivalent emission standards.
Rated Power (Standard) - 2,200 rpm - Gross - ISO 14396	93.0 HP 68.5 kW
Net Power - 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249	88.0 HP 66.0 kW
Net Peak Power - 2,000 rpm - SAE J1349	87.0 HP 65.0 kW
Net Peak Power - 2,000 rpm - ISO 9249	88.0 HP 65.0 kW
Net Peak Power - 2,000 rpm - EEC 80/1269	88.0 HP 65.0 kW
Torque Rise - 1,200 rpm - Net	38% 38%
Maximum Torque - 1,400 rpm	291.0 ft·lbf 394.0 N·m
Bore	4.1 in 105.0 mm
Stroke	5.0 in 127.0 mm
Displacement	268.5 in³ 4.4 l
Note (1)	Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.
Note (2)	No derating required up to 2286 m altitude. Auto derate protects hydraulic and transmission systems. No derating required up to 2286 m altitude. Auto derate protects hydraulic and transmission systems.

Weights

Operating Weight - Nominal	17615.0 lb 7990.0 kg
Operating Weight - Maximum	19312.0 lb 8760.0 kg

Hydraulic System

Type	Closed Center Closed Center
Pump Type	Variable Flow, Axial Piston Variable Flow, Axial Piston
Maximum Pump Capacity	34.9 gal/min 132.0 l/min
System Pressure - Backhoe	3626.0 psi 250.0 bar
System Pressure - Loader	3626.0 psi 250.0 bar

Noise Level

Inside Cab	80.0 dB(A) 80.0 dB(A)
Outside Cab	104.0 dB(A) 104.0 dB(A)

Transmission

Note	Travel speeds of Two Wheel Drive backhoe loader at full throttle, when equipped with 16.9×28 rear tires. Travel speeds of Two Wheel Drive backhoe loader at full throttle, when equipped with 16.9×28 rear tires.
Power Shuttle Transmission - Forward 1st	3.4 mile/h 5.5 km/h
Power Shuttle Transmission - Forward 2nd	5.6 mile/h 9.0 km/h
Power Shuttle Transmission - Forward 3rd	12.9 mile/h 20.7 km/h
Power Shuttle Transmission - Forward 4th	24.9 mile/h 40.0 km/h
Power Shuttle Transmission - Reverse 1st	3.4 mile/h 5.5 km/h
Power Shuttle Transmission - Reverse 2nd	5.6 mile/h 9.0 km/h
Power Shuttle Transmission - Reverse 3rd	12.9 mile/h 20.7 km/h
Power Shuttle Transmission - Reverse 4th	24.9 mile/h 40.0 km/h

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System	5.8 gal (US) 22.0 l
Fuel Tank	42.3 gal (US) 160.0 l
Engine Oil - With Filter	2.3 gal (US) 8.8 l
Transmission - Power Shuttle - AWD	4.0 gal (US) 15.0 l
Rear Axle	3.8 gal (US) 14.5 l
Rear Axle - Planetaries	0.4 gal (US) 1.5 l
Front Axle (AWD)	2.9 gal (US) 11.0 l
Front Axle (AWD) - Planetaries	0.2 gal (US) 0.7 l
Hydraulic System	28.0 gal (US) 106.0 l
Hydraulic Tank	10.6 gal (US) 40.0 l

Weights*

Operating Weight - Estimated	17615.0 lb 7990.0 kg
Operating Weight - ROPS Capacity - Maximum	19312.0 lb 8760.0 kg
Counterweights - Base	254.0 lb 115.0 kg
Counterweights - Medium	529.0 lb 240.0 kg
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Standard Stick: Loader Bucket - GP	254.0 lb 115.0 kg
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Standard Stick: Loader Bucket - MP	0.0 lb 0.0 kg
Note	Machine Configuration – standard engine, standard stick hoe, standard cab with A/C, AWD standard shift transmission, 0.96 m³ MP loader bucket, 610 mm standard duty hoe bucket, 12.5/80-18 and 16.9-28 tires, no counterweight, 80 kg operator and full fuel tank. Machine Configuration – standard engine, standard stick hoe, standard cab with A/C, AWD standard shift transmission, 0.96 m³ MP loader bucket, 610 mm standard duty hoe bucket, 12.5/80-18 and 16.9-28 tires, no counterweight, 80 kg operator and full fuel tank.

Axles - All Wheel Drive (AWD)

Features (1)	Heavy-duty rear axle with self adjusting inboard brakes, differential lock and final drives. Heavy-duty rear axle with self adjusting inboard brakes, differential lock and final drives.
Features (2)	AWD is engaged by front console panel switch or by brake pedal during all-wheel-braking operation. AWD can be engaged on the move, under load, in any gear, forward or reverse. AWD has outer final drives for easy maintenance. AWD is engaged by front console panel switch or by brake pedal during all-wheel-braking operation. AWD can be engaged on the move, under load, in any gear, forward or reverse. AWD has outer final drives for easy maintenance.
Features (3)	AWD front axle is pendulum mounted and permanently sealed and lubricated, requiring no daily maintenance. Also features double-acting steering cylinder with 52° steering angle for increased maneuverability. AWD front axle is pendulum mounted and permanently sealed and lubricated, requiring no daily maintenance. Also features double-acting steering cylinder with 52° steering angle for increased maneuverability.

Axle Ratings

Front Axle (AWD) - Static	50581.0 lb 22943.0 kg
Front Axle (AWD) - Dynamic	20232.0 lb 9177.0 kg
Rear Axle - Static	42152.0 lb 19120.0 kg
Rear Axle - Dynamic	16861.0 lb 7648.0 kg

Steering

Type	Front Wheel Front Wheel
Power Steering	Hydrostatic Hydrostatic
AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Bore	2.6 in 65.0 mm
AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Stroke	4.7 in 120.0 mm
AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Rod Diameter	1.4 in 36.0 mm
Turning Circle - AWD (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Front Wheels	26.8 ft 8.18 m
Turning Circle - AWD (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Widest Loader Bucket	36.0 ft 10.97 m

Brakes

Type	Fully enclosed boosted, hydraulic, multiple discs. Fully enclosed boosted, hydraulic, multiple discs.
Features (1)	Inboard oil-immersed, hydraulically actuated multiple Kevlar discs on final drive input shaft. Inboard oil-immersed, hydraulically actuated multiple Kevlar discs on final drive input shaft.
Features (2)	Completely enclosed and sealed. Completely enclosed and sealed.
Features (3)	Self-adjusting. Self-adjusting.
Features (4)	Dual foot-operated boosted brake pedals can be interlocked for roading. Dual foot-operated boosted brake pedals can be interlocked for roading.
Features (5)	Parking/secondary brakes are independent of the service brake system. Parking brake is mechanically applied through a hand lever located in the right side console. Parking/secondary brakes are independent of the service brake system. Parking brake is mechanically applied through a hand lever located in the right side console.
Features (6)	Meets ISO 3450:1996 requirements. Meets ISO 3450:1996 requirements.

Machine Dimensions - GP - 1.05 m3

Overall Length - In Roading Position	225.4 in 5726.0 mm
Overall Transportation Length	223.5 in 5678.0 mm
Overall Transportation Height - 4.3 m	147.9 in 3757.0 mm
Overall Width - Excluding Loader Bucket	92.4 in 2346.0 mm
Height - Top of Cab/Canopy	113.0 in 2869.0 mm
Height - Top of Exhaust Stack	106.9 in 2716.0 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Front Grill	106.6 in 2708.0 mm
Wheelbase - AWD	86.6 in 2200.0 mm
Note	Dimensions and performance specifications shown are for machines equipped with 12.5/80-18 SGL front tires, 16.9-28c rear tires, standard cab, standard stick with 610 mm standard duty bucket, and 1.05 m³ GP loader bucket and standard equipment unless otherwise specified. Dimensions and performance specifications shown are for machines equipped with 12.5/80-18 SGL front tires, 16.9-28c rear tires, standard cab, standard stick with 610 mm standard duty bucket, and 1.05 m³ GP loader bucket and standard equipment unless otherwise specified.

Machine Dimensions - MP - 0.96 m3

Overall Length - In Roading Position	223.7 in 5682.0 mm
Overall Transportation Length	223.4 in 5675.0 mm
Overall Transportation Height - 4.3 m	147.9 in 3757.0 mm
Overall Width - Excluding Loader Bucket	92.4 in 2346.0 mm
Height - Top of Cab/Canopy	113.0 in 2869.0 mm
Height - Top of Exhaust Stack	106.9 in 2716.0 mm
Rear Axle - Centerline to Front Grill	106.6 in 2708.0 mm
Wheelbase - AWD	86.6 in 2200.0 mm
Note	Dimensions and performance specifications shown are for machines equipped with 12.5/80-18 SGL front tires, 16.9-28c rear tires, standard cab, standard stick with 610 mm standard duty bucket, and 1.05 m³ GP loader bucket and standard equipment unless otherwise specified. Dimensions and performance specifications shown are for machines equipped with 12.5/80-18 SGL front tires, 16.9-28c rear tires, standard cab, standard stick with 610 mm standard duty bucket, and 1.05 m³ GP loader bucket and standard equipment unless otherwise specified.

Loader Bucket Dimensions and Performance: GP - 1.05 m3

Capacity	37.08 ft³ 1.05 m³
Width	89.1 in 2262.0 mm
Lift Capacity at Maximum Height	7959.0 lb 3610.0 kg
Lift Breakout Force	12243.0 lbf 54.46 kN
Tilt Breakout Force	12122.0 lbf 53.92 kN
Tipping Load - Breakout Point	15459.0 lb 7012.0 kg
Maximum Hinge Pin Height	135.7 in 3447.0 mm
Dump Angle at Full Height	46° 46°
Dump Height at Maximum Angle	107.6 in 2733.0 mm
Dump Reach at Maximum Angle	35.4 in 900.0 mm
Maximum Bucket Rollback at Ground Level	38° 38°
Digging Depth	3.5 in 88.0 mm
Maximum Grading Angle	113° 113°
Grill to Bucket Cutting Edge, Carry Position	58.3 in 1482.0 mm
Maximum Operating Height	172.0 in 4368.0 mm
Bucket Weight - Excluding Teeth and Forks	944.0 lb 428.0 kg

Loader Bucket Dimensions and Performance: MP - 0.96 m3

Capacity	33.9 ft³ 0.96 m³
Width	89.1 in 2262.0 mm
Lift Capacity at Maximum Height	7661.0 lb 3475.0 kg
Lift Breakout Force	12140.0 lbf 54.0 kN
Tilt Breakout Force	13596.0 lbf 60.48 kN
Tipping Load - Breakout Point	15675.0 lb 7110.0 kg
Maximum Hinge Pin Height	135.7 in 3447.0 mm
Dump Angle at Full Height	46° 46°
Dump Height at Maximum Angle	108.8 in 2764.0 mm
Dump Reach at Maximum Angle	32.5 in 825.0 mm
Maximum Bucket Rollback at Ground Level	39° 39°
Digging Depth	5.8 in 147.0 mm
Maximum Grading Angle	116° 116°
Grill to Bucket Cutting Edge, Carry Position	57.1 in 1450.0 mm
Maximum Operating Height	172.0 in 4368.0 mm
Bucket Weight - Excluding Teeth and Forks	1347.0 lb 611.0 kg

Backhoe Dimensions and Performance - Standard Stick - 4.3 m

Digging Depth - SAE Maximum	162.2 in 4119.0 mm
Digging Depth, Manufacturer's Maximum	185.4 in 4709.0 mm
Digging Depth - 2440 mm Flat Bottom	147.4 in 3743.0 mm
Digging Depth - 600 mm Flat Bottom	161.2 in 4094.0 mm
Digging Depth, 600 mm Flat Bottom, Manufacturer's	183.9 in 4670.0 mm
Reach from Swing Pivot at Ground Line	220.8 in 5609.0 mm
Maximum Operating Height	225.2 in 5719.0 mm
Loading Height	158.7 in 4031.0 mm
Loading Reach	58.1 in 1477.0 mm
Swing Arc	180° 180°
Bucket Rotation	205° 205°
Stabilizer Overall Width	88.3 in 2242.0 mm
Bucket Dig Force	12864.0 lbf 57.22 kN
Stick Dig Force	7934.0 lbf 35.29 kN

426F2 Standard Equipment

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Cab ROPS and FOPS

Canopy

Tires/Steering/Brakes

Two Wheel Drive

100% Differential Lock

Hydraulic Boosted Brakes (dual pedals)

Tires 16 inch (Front) – 2WD

Tires 18 inch (Front) – AWD

Tires 28 inch (Rear)

Engine/Transmission

Battery 750 CCA, Maintenance Free (standard)

Hinged Radiator Unit for Simple Debris Removal

Engine 68.5 kW (93 hp) Cat 3054C

Transmission, 4-Speed Manual

Input

Controls, Mechanical Lever

Power Steering, Hydrostatic

Other Attachments

Tool Storage Box

Transport Tie-downs

Guards

Loader Safety Brace

Boom, Sticks and Linkages – Backhoe

Stick, Standard (4.26 m)

Transport Lock, Swing

Transport Lock, Boom

Hydraulics

Hydraulic Pump (132 L/min)

Side Shift Lock (electro-hydraulic)

Hydraulic Oil Cooler

Hydraulics – Loader

Loader Kickout, Float

Parallel Lift

Electrical

Product Link, Cellular

Reversing Alarm

426F2 Optional Equipment

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Cab ROPS and FOPS

Cab, Standard

Tires/Steering/Brakes

All Wheel Drive

Other Attachments

Counterweight, 115 kg

Counterweight, 240 kg

Guards

Guard, Driveshaft

Hydraulics – Backhoe

Hydraulic Lines, 1-Way

Hydraulic Quick Disconnects (twist to connect)

Electrical

Beacon, Rotating

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Power - Net: 88.0 HP; 66.0 kW
Operating Weight - Nominal: 17615.0 lb; 7990.0 kg
Operating Weight - Maximum: 19312.0 lb; 8760.0 kg

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Power - Net: 88.0 HP; 64.9 kW
Operating Weight - Nominal: 18574.0 lb; 8425.0 kg
Operating Weight - Maximum: 24251.0 lb; 11000.0 kg

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