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Ship a Caterpillar 420D backhoe loader: specs verified, rate in 60 seconds

The Caterpillar 420D measures 22 ft 11 in long, 7 ft 9 in wide and 11 ft 9 in high at 15,763 lbs (6.98 m × 2.36 m × 3.58 m, 7,150 kg). It rides legal on a lowboy or RGN with no permits expected. Enter your route below; the dimensions are already in the form.

How this backhoe loader ships

1. Equipment match: Lowboy or RGN
2. Loading: Drive-on when it runs; winch when it does not
3. Permits and escorts: none expected
4. Season: no seasonal weight sensitivity at this weight

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Machine dimensions

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L 22 ft 11 in · 6.98 mW 7 ft 9 in · 2.36 mH 11 ft 9 in · 3.58 mWt 15,763 lbs · 7,150 kg

Pre-filled from verified specs (2026-11-01). Final dimensions are the shipper's responsibility; confirm with the pickup site if unsure.

✓ Good news for your budget: ships legal on a lowboy or RGN. No permits, no escorts, no oversize surcharges expected.

Before you book: what shippers ask

What trailer does a Caterpillar 420D need?

A lowboy or RGN. At 11 ft 9 in tall the machine sits at 13 ft 3 in on an RGN deck and 16 ft 9 in on a flatbed; the legal loaded height is 13 ft 6 in in the US and 13 ft 7 in in Canada.

Does a Caterpillar 420D need oversize permits?

No. At 7 ft 9 in travel width and 15,763 lbs it rides legal on the right deck; no permits, escorts or oversize surcharges are expected.

Can a Caterpillar 420D be loaded without a crane?

Yes when it starts and drives: it loads under its own power on the trailer's ramps. If it is inoperable, toggle starts-and-drives off in the form; winch loading is priced in, never added at pickup.

How should I prepare a Caterpillar 420D for pickup?

Empty the bucket or bed, fold and secure loose parts, note fluid leaks, and confirm the dimensions against the machine as it sits: debris, unfolded attachments or missing counterweights change weight and price.

What does it cost to ship a Caterpillar 420D?

Distance and the trailer class drive the price once the dimensions are set. Enter pickup and drop-off below; the rate is free, bookable and locked for 30 days.

Operational specs

Published manufacturer figures for the base unit (LoadLoom equipment library, 2026-11-01); transport dimensions above remain the planning figures.

Engine

Number Of Cylinders: 4
Engine Make: 2236
Engine Model: 3054T
Gross Power: 88 hp
Net Power: 85 hp
Power Measured @: 2200 rpm
Displacement: 243 cu in
Bore: 4 in

Operational

Operating Weight 4wd: 15763.1 lb
Fuel Capacity: 33.9 gal
Turning Radius: 17.6 ft in
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd: 11Lx16,12PR/12.5 / 80x18,10PR
Rear Tires Size 2wd/4wd: 19.5x24,10PR / 19.5L24,10PR

Power Train

Power Shuttle Transmission - Forward 1st: 3.6 mph
Power Shuttle Transmission - Reverse 1st: 3.6 mph
Reverse - 4th: 20.4 mph
Forward - 4th (1): 20.4 mph
Reverse - 2nd (1): 5.8 mph
Reverse - 3rd (1): 12 mph
Auto-Shift - Optional - Forward 1st: 3.5 mph
Forward - 4th (2): 11.9 mph

Transmission

Transmission Type: power shuttle
Number Of Forward Gears: 4
Number Of Reverse Gears: 4
Max Speed - Forward: 20.4 mph
Max Speed Reverse: 20.4 mph

Weights

Operating Weight - Maximum: 21605 lb
Operating Weight - Nominal: 15772 lb
Counterweights - Option 1: 320 lb

Hydraulic

Pump Type: LSPC, closed center
Pump Flow Capacity: 43.1 gal/min
Relief Valve Pressure: 3300.2 psi

Hydraulic System

Pump Type: Variable flow, axial-piston
Circuit Type: Load sensing, closed Center
Pump Capacity At 2,200 Rpm: 43 gal/min
System Pressure: 3300 psi
Steering Type: Front wheel
Power Steering: Hydrostatic
4wd Cylinder - Bore: 2.56 in
Brake System: Inboard, oil-immersed

Standards

Cab - Rops: SAE J397/SAE J1040 May 1994/ISO 3471 1994
Brakes: SAE j1473 October 1990/ISO 3450 1996
Cab - Sound: ANSI/SAE J1166 Oct 98 is 78.5 dB(A)
Exterior Sound: SAE J88 April 95 is 73.0 dB(A)

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Specifications are provided for transport planning purposes only and reflect standard base configurations as published by equipment manufacturers and industry sources. Actual dimensions and weights vary by configuration, options, attachments, and condition. LoadLoom does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of published specifications. Confirming final dimensions and weight is the responsibility of the shipper; misdeclared dimensions may result in adjusted pricing, delays, or refused pickup. Legal load limits, permit requirements, and escort rules vary by state and province and are subject to change; permit and escort estimates are informational until confirmed at booking. Coverage is subject to declared value and the terms of the LoadLoom booking contract. Images and schematics are illustrative and may not depict the exact model or configuration listed. See PriceLock terms and the LoadLoom Terms and Conditions. Report an incorrect spec.