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CAT Backhoe Loaders for Sale from China

Brand-new CAT 420F backhoe loader — 0 hours, 4WD, Cat C4.4 ACERT engine, 4.3 m standard / 5.4 m extendable dig depth. One machine does the work of a loader + excavator.

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Spec SheetStandard vs. E-Stick — one platform, two configs

Standard stick or extendable dipper?

The CAT 420F platform supports both standard and extendable dipper configurations. The standard stick gives you 4.3 m of dig depth — enough for most utility work. Add the E-Stick and you get nearly 5.5 m, which handles deep trenching without bringing in a full excavator.

ConfigurationDig DepthModels In Stock
Center-pivot4,360 mm / 14.3 ft420F
E-Stick extendable5,441 mm / 17.9 ft420F (extendable dipper)
ModelDig DepthYear / HoursPrice
420F4,360 mm / 14.3 ft2025 · 0 hUS$26,000
Field Note 01

Two machines in one: why a backhoe loader

A backhoe loader puts a front bucket and a rear excavator arm on one chassis. On a typical job site, the operator digs trenches with the backhoe, then spins the seat around and loads the spoils with the front bucket — no need for two separate machines. For utilities, municipal work, farming, and roadside maintenance, this dual-purpose design saves on transport, fuel, and operator cost.

Field Note 02

CAT 420F: what makes it different

The 420F uses a one-piece mainframe (no center joint to wear), Cat C4.4 ACERT engine with load-sensing hydraulics, and an optional extendable dipper that adds over a meter of extra reach. The pilot-operated backhoe controls give fine metering for precision trenching — important when you're working near existing utilities. See our brand comparison guide for how CAT stacks up against other manufacturers.

Field Note 03

Backhoe loader inspection points

Even on a new unit: serial plate and build-date confirmation, engine cold start and idle quality, backhoe swing cylinder and stabilizer function, loader arm raise/lower speed, tire condition, and hydraulic hose routing for transit rub. Every unit ships withphotos, operating videos, and serial close-upsbefore deposit — see all brands on our full equipment stock.

FAQUsed backhoe loader questions

Backhoe loader buying questions

What is a backhoe loader (两头忙) and what can it do?+

A backhoe loader — called 两头忙 in Chinese — is a single machine with a loader bucket on the front and a backhoe arm on the rear. It digs trenches with the backhoe, then turns around to load material with the front bucket. One machine replaces a small excavator + a wheel loader on job sites like utilities, roadwork, farming, and light construction.

How much does a new CAT 420F backhoe loader cost from China?+

Our current stock — a brand-new 2025 CAT 420F with 0 hours — is listed at US$26,000 single unit, US$25,000 for 3+ units wholesale. This is substantially below new-dealer pricing in most markets. The unit is physically in our yard with serial plate confirmation available.

What's the difference between standard stick and extendable dipper (E-Stick)?+

The standard stick reaches 4,360 mm (14.3 ft) dig depth — adequate for most utility trenching and foundation work. The E-Stick extends the dipper by roughly 1.1 m for a total dig depth of 5,441 mm (17.9 ft), which is useful for deep sewer/water line excavation. The 420F can be configured either way — confirm which configuration you need.

Can I ship a backhoe loader in a container?+

A backhoe loader typically ships on a flat rack container or RO-RO vessel due to its dimensions (longer than a skid steer, shorter than a full excavator). We prepare invoice, packing list, and customs documents. Freight cost depends on your destination port — contact us for a door-to-port estimate.

What should I check on a new backhoe loader before paying?+

For a new/zero-hour unit: serial plate and manufacturing date confirmation, engine start and idle test, hydraulic function check (loader raise/lower, backhoe swing, dipper extend/retract, stabilizer operation), tire condition (new tires expected at 0 hours), and paint/finish check for transit damage. We provide photos and video before deposit — third-party inspection can be arranged.

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