Three new Cat F series backhoe loaders have new Tier 4-Interim engines. Models 416F and 420F retain their horsepower ratings (87 and 93, respectively), but the 430F increases to 109 horsepower. New ...

Cat strives to balance backhoe-loader emissions costs with efficiency from computer controls, productivity from redesigned loader arms, and durability A larger torque converter in the 420F aims to ...

The F Series backhoe-loaders (416F, 420F and 430F) are redesigned center-pivot models that use the Cat C4.4 Tier 4i engine with ratings from 87 to 106 hp. A new loader linkage provides greater lift ...

All photos provided by Caterpillar. Continuing our deep dive into the 2026 backhoe market, we sat down with David Young, product application specialist at Caterpillar, to break down the company’s ...