426F2

Backhoe Loader

Cat® 3054C Engine (standard) Weights

Gross Power ISO 14396 68.5 kW (93 hp) Operating Weight 8425 kg
Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm 66.0 kW (88 hp) Backhoe Digging Depth
Dig Depth 4707 mm
E-Stick Retracted 4756 mm
E-Stick Extended 5697 mm
426F2 Features

Cab and Controls

The all new cab on the Cat Backhoe Loader
provides a comfortable and easy to use operator
environment with excellent visibility.

Powerful Hydraulics
The F2 Series Backhoe Loader really makes an
impact. High pump flow in a superior hydraulic
system delivers excellent hydraulic performance
at the operator’s fingertips.

Product Link™
Product Link helps you to get the most from your
Cat Backhoe Loader, providing remote reporting of
machine information such as location and hours.

Contents
Operator Station...................................................4
Power Train...........................................................5
Loader Performance...........................................6
Backhoe Performance........................................7
Powerful and Efficient Hydraulics....................8
Serviceability........................................................9
Customer Support..............................................10
Work Tools...........................................................11
Specifications.....................................................12
Standard and Optional Equipment..................16
Cab Options.........................................................17
Notes....................................................................18
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Caterpillar has a well proven history in the construction equipment industry and has
been producing the highest quality machines for 90 years, making progress possible
and driving positive and sustainable change on every continent. For over 35 years,
from the A Series to the new F2 Series we have produced Backhoe Loaders that are
designed with the operator in mind, providing reliability, power and a quality operator
environment. The Cat 426F2 Backhoe Loader continues this tradition, providing a
machine to help you grow your business.

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Operator Station
Everyone can get comfortable in this cab.

All Day Comfort

The all new 426F2 cab is designed to provide maximum comfort, ease of
operation and overall style for today’s demanding operator. The new design
features a spacious interior, flat glass and excellent visibility. The cab is
wider allowing the operator to freely move when turning from one mode
of operation to another. Excellent ergonomics ensure that all controls are
within easy reach of the operator, with tilt steering column now available
as an option. Other features include additional storage space, large vents
throughout the cab and clear gauges that provide information to the
operator to help maximize the machine’s performance. Tinted glass is
offered as standard.

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Power Train
Powerful performance.

Power Train
The 426F2 features the Cat 3054C engine (U.S. EPA Tier 2/
EU Stage II equivalent) as standard and the Cat C4.4 engine
(U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA equivalent) as optional.
The engine is a four cylinder, four stroke direct injection
turbo, equipped with standard glow plug starting for
optimal cold weather performance. This provides reliable
starting performance down to –26° C. An optional cold
weather pack is available giving reliable starting
performance down to –55° C. The engine also features a
gear driven water pump, providing better reliability than
conventional belt driven technology.

Axle and Brakes

The 426F2 rear axle is an enclosed design with a wet
multi-plate braking system. The system is oil immersed
and self-adjusting, and allows operation in the harshest
environments. The rear axle offers 100% Diff-Lock giving
increased traction when working on poor ground
conditions. This gives increased performance with less
wear and tear to tires. The system has dual brake pedals
for split braking in confined working spaces. The All
Wheel Drive (AWD) is engaged via a front console panel
switch or by the brake pedal during all-wheel-braking
operation. The AWD can be engaged on the move, under
load, in any gear and in forward or reverse. The AWD
front axle is pendulum mounted and permanently sealed
and lubricated, requiring no daily maintenance. A guard
is available to protect the drive shaft increasing the
durability of this machine when working in hard rocky
environments.

Transmission
The 426F2 comes equipped with a 40 km/h Power-Shuttle
transmission, improving roading speed and providing
better spacing between gear ratios. The forward/reverse
lever on the steering column is placed for easy directional
changes on the move, and the gear selection is from a
floor mounted shift lever.

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Loader Performance
Parallel lift and superior breakout forces.

Parallel Lift
The 426F2 parallel lift loader boasts class leading lift
capacities and breakout forces, providing more power
and greater productivity. Available with General Purpose
Bucket, Multi Purpose Bucket, or Multi Purpose Bucket
with Fork Brackets, the 426F2 can be matched precisely
to your needs. The proven design of the F2 loader makes
light work of lifting and loading. The parallel lift loader
arms offer excellent forward visibility along with
outstanding material retention throughout the lift
and lower cycles.

Ride control option offers loader suspension to improve

ride comfort when moving around the job site or
roading the machine. There is also the added benefit
of increased material retention providing an invaluable
boost in productivity.

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Backhoe Performance
Versatile design for any application.

Excavator Style Boom

Caterpillar’s instantly recognizable boom is more than a cosmetic design feature,
it also outperforms straight boom designs too. Whether close-up truck loading on
a narrow highway or digging over obstacles such as walls, the excavator style
boom outperforms the rest. Combine this versatility with powerful breakout forces
and the controllability of the load-sensing, flow sharing hydraulic system and you
have the best boom and stick combination in the industry. The boom is a narrow
design, ensuring maximum visibility to the work tool and ground. Additionally, our
system offers swing and boom cushioning as standard. This feature enables very
fast trenching by damping the boom on lift. Swing cushioning enables easy
spotting of the hoe over the trench.

Extendible Stick
The 426F2 is available with an extendible stick that increases dig depth and reach
capability. This allows for greater machine versatility and reduces the amount of
time spent repositioning the machine. A sliding inner section design helps to
ensure the wear pads remain as dirt free as possible, extending adjustment and
replacement intervals. One-Way or Two-Way lines, for operating hydraulic work
tools, are available with the E-Stick and have been routed so that they are
protected from damage when working in the narrowest of trenches.

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Powerful and Efficient Hydraulics
Load-sensing system delivers improved fuel economy.

Hydraulic Performance
It’s rare that you’ll be working at full production 100% of the time, so why should
the machine be working at full capacity, using more fuel, making more noise
and generally increasing wear and tear on key components? The 426F2 has a
load-sensing, closed center hydraulic system, which is designed to closely
match power and flow to the demand needed by the operation. This works to
both increase fuel efficiency and decrease wear and tear.

So whether you’re in full trenching mode, or delicately digging around services,

you are always in total control. In applications such as loading and carrying,
speed is important. The system will match the flow needed to get the job done
quickly and efficiently. As there is minimal demand on the system unless needed,
there are less parasitic horsepower losses and more power available for rimpull
which means better loading and roading performance.

The 426F2 also features flow-sharing hydraulic valves, ensuring that the correct
flow of oil reaches the implement cylinders, providing greater control and
eliminating oil starvation when operating multiple functions, such as grading
with the backhoe.

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Serviceability
Easy service to keep your machine working.

Easy Access
Daily checks that can be time consuming for a busy operator are kept
to a minimum on the 426F2. The 426F2 is equipped with a flip open hood,
allowing access to all the check and fill points, air cleaner, washer bottle
and visual check indicators. The 426F2 offers a clear bowl precleaner,
designed especially for the tough environments that this machine operates
in giving extra protection to the engine. This is located on top of the hood
and gives a visual indicator to the operator that it needs to be emptied.
The hinged cooling pack provides easy access to not only the radiator
and air conditioner, but also the transmission and hydraulic cooler.
The 426F2 carries on the Cat Backhoe Loader tradition with sealed for life
axle oscillating pins, axle and driveshaft U-joints. Cat Product Link™ system
provides remote reporting of machine location and hours.

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Customer Support
Unrivaled customer support network.

Renowned Cat Dealer Support

From helping you choose the right machine to knowledgeable ongoing support,
Cat dealers provide the best in sales and service.
• Preventive maintenance programs and guaranteed maintenance contracts
• Best-in-class parts availability
• Operator training to help boost your profits
• Genuine Cat Remanufactured parts

Customer Support Agreements Machine Selection Training and Support

Your Cat dealer can offer a comprehensive Your dealer can help you with your Speak to your dealer about additional
range of Customer Support Agreements machine purchase decision, based on support. They can advise you on
(CSA) that can be individually tailored your requirements and help keep operating operating techniques for your machine
to suit your finances and requirements. costs to a minimum. Is the machine you that will minimize wear and tear, maximize
Dealers can offer a range of options have in mind exactly the best for your job productivity, lower owning and operating
from a full preventive maintenance with or could there be a more suitable solution? costs and help you make the most of
S•O•SSM package to a parts only CSA. the fantastic features offered on the
Protect your valuable investment and Cat Backhoe Loader.
know exactly what your monthly payments
will be to help you run your business.

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Work Tools
A solution for every job.

Loader
Loader Buckets
General Purpose (1.05 m3), Multi Purpose (1.0 m3) and Multi Purpose
with Fork Brackets (1.0 m3) are all available on the 426F2 and are all
fitted with Bolt-on Teeth.

Backhoe
Excavating Buckets
Cat Work tools provide a range of buckets in various sizes making
it easy to find the correct bucket for your application
• Standard Duty
• Heavy Duty
• High Capacity
• Rock
• Ditching

Other Available Tools for Backhoe

• Cold Planers
• Hammers
• Augers
• Vibratory Compaction Plates

Backhoe Quick Coupler

A mechanical coupler is available for the 426F2 making changing
rear work tools easy and safe.

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426F2 Backhoe Loader Specifications

Engine Transmission
Model Cat 3054C Cat C4.4 Travel speeds of Four Wheel Drive backhoe loader at full throttle,
Mechanical Mechanical when equipped with 16.9×28 rear tires.
Turbocharged Turbocharged Power Shuttle
(standard) Aftercooled
Forward
(optional)
1st 5.6 km/h
Rated Power (standard) @ 2,200 rpm
2nd 9.3 km/h
Gross Power ISO 14396 68.5 kW (93 hp) 70 kW (94 hp)
3rd 21.0 km/h
Net Power Rating @ 2,200 rpm
4th 40.0 km/h
ISO 9249 66.0 kW (88 hp) 65.0 kW (87 hp)
Reverse
Torque Rise (net) @ 1,200 rpm 38%
1st 5.6 km/h
Torque Rise (net) @ 1,400 rpm 37%
2nd 9.3 km/h
Maximum Torque @ 1,400 rpm 394 N·m 383 N·m
3rd 21.0 km/h
Bore 105 mm 105 mm
4th 40.0 km/h
Stroke 127 mm 127 mm
Displacement 4.4 L 4.4 L Service Refill Capacities
• Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when
the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator. Cooling System 22.0 L
• No derating required up to 2286 m altitude. Auto derate protects Fuel Tank 160 L
hydraulic and transmission systems. Engine Oil with Filter 8.8 L
• The Cat 3054C engine is equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 2/EU Stage II
Transmission (Power Shuttle)
emission standards. The optional Cat C4.4 engine is equivalent to
U.S. EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA emission standards. AWD 15 L
Rear Axle 16.5 L
Hydraulic System Planetaries 1.7 L
Front Axle (AWD) 11 L
Type Closed Center
Planetaries 0.7 L
Pump Type Variable Flow,
Axial Piston Hydraulic System 106 L
Maximum Pump Capacity 132 L/min Hydraulic Tank 40 L
System Pressure
Weights*
Backhoe 250 Bar
Loader 250 Bar Operating Weight (estimated) 8425 kg
Operating Weight (Maximum) (ROPS Capacity) 11 000 kg
Noise Level Counterweights
Inside Cab 80 dB(A) Base 115 kg
Outside Cab 104 dB(A) Medium 240 kg
High 460 kg
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations – E-Stick
E-Stick 210 kg
Loader Bucket – GP 530 kg
Loader Bucket – MP 681 kg
Loader Bucket – MP with Fork Brackets 691 kg
*Machine Configuration – standard engine, standard stick hoe,
standard cab with A/C, AWD standard shift transmission, 0.96 m3
MP loader bucket, 24 inch standard duty hoe bucket, 12.5/80-18 and
16.9-28 tires, no counterweight, 80 kg operator and full fuel tank.

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426F2 Backhoe Loader Specifications

Axles Steering
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Type Front Wheel
Features Power Steering Hydrostatic
• Heavy-duty rear axle with self adjusting inboard brakes and AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double-acting
final drives.
Bore 65 mm
• AWD is engaged by front console panel switch or by brake pedal
during all-wheel-braking operation. AWD can be engaged on the Stroke 120 mm
move, under load, in any gear, forward or reverse. AWD has outer Rod Diameter 36 mm
final drives for easy maintenance. Turning Circle
• AWD front axle is pendulum mounted and permanently sealed
AWD (inner wheel not braked)
and lubricated, requiring no daily maintenance. Also features
double-acting steering cylinder with 52° steering angle for Outside Front Wheels 8.18 m
increased maneuverability. Outside Widest Loader Bucket 10.97 m

Axle Ratings Brakes

Front Axle, AWD Fully enclosed boosted, hydraulic, multiple discs.
Static 22 964 kg Features
Dynamic 9186 kg • Inboard oil-immersed, hydraulically actuated multiple Kevlar discs
on final drive input shaft.
Rear Axle
• Completely enclosed and sealed.
Static 22 964 kg • Self-adjusting.
Dynamic 9186 kg • Dual foot-operated boosted brake pedals can be interlocked
for roading.
• Parking/secondary brakes are independent of the service brake
system. Parking (secondary) brake is mechanically applied through
a hand lever located in the right side console.
• Meets ISO 3450:2011 and CMVR requirements.

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426F2 Backhoe Loader Specifications

Machine Dimensions

4 3 8
9
13

5 12

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10

6 11

2 14 15
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3 16

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426F2 Phase 2
GP – 1.05 m3 MP – 1 m3 MP with Forks – 1 m3
1 Overall Length in Roading Position 5725 mm 5674 mm 5674 mm
Overall Transportation Length 5677 mm 5681 mm 5681 mm
2 Overall Transportation Height – 4.3 m 3757 mm 3757 mm 3757 mm
Overall Width 2346 mm 2346 mm 2346 mm
3 Height to Top of Cab/Canopy 2895 mm 2895 mm 2895 mm
4 Height to Top of Exhaust Stack 2716 mm 2716 mm 2716 mm
5 Rear Axle Centerline to Front Grill 2708 mm 2708 mm 2708 mm
6 Wheelbase AWD 2200 mm 2200 mm 2200 mm
Dimensions and performance specifications shown are for machines equipped with 12.5/80-18 front tires, 16.9-28 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.

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426F2 Backhoe Loader Specifications

Loader Bucket Dimensions and Performance

GP – 1.05 m3 MP – 1 m3 MP with Forks – 1 m3

Capacity 1.05 m3 1 m3 1 m3
Width 2262 mm 2262 mm 2262 mm
Lift Capacity at Maximum Height 3630 kg 3496 kg 3172 kg
Lift Breakout Force 54.48 kN 53.95 kN 51.04 kN
Tilt Breakout Force 53.91 kN 60.47 kN 59.26 kN
Tipping Load at Breakout Point 6225 kg 6301 kg 6048 kg
7 Maximum Hinge Pin Height 3449 mm 3449 mm 3449 mm
8 Dump Angle at Full Height 46° 46° 46°
Dump Height at Maximum Angle 2735 mm 2766 mm 2766 mm
9 Dump Reach at Maximum Angle 897 mm 822 mm 822 mm
10 Maximum Bucket Rollback at Ground Level 41° 42° 40°
11 Digging Depth 112 mm 145 mm 145 mm
Maximum Grading Angle 113° 116° 116°
12 Grill to Bucket Cutting Edge, Carry Position 1480 mm 1449 mm 1449 mm
13 Maximum Operating Height 4370 mm 4348 mm 4832 mm
Bucket Weight (Excluding teeth and forks) — — —

Excavator Bucket Dimensions and Performance

Standard Stick E-Stick Retracted E-Stick Extended

14 Digging Depth, SAE Maximum 4116 mm 4191 mm 5208 mm
Digging Depth, Manufacturer's Maximum 4707 mm 4756 mm 5697 mm
15 Digging Depth, 2440 mm Flat Bottom 3740 mm 3806 mm 4887 mm
Digging Depth, 600 mm Flat Bottom 4092 mm 4158 mm 5168 mm
Digging Depth, 600 mm Flat Bottom, Manufacturer's 4668 mm 4719 mm 5684 mm
16 Reach from Swing Pivot at Ground Line 5603 mm 5657 mm 6585 mm
Maximum Operating Height 5721 mm 5722 mm 6338 mm
Loading Height 3934 mm 3947 mm 4491 mm
17 Loading Reach 1528 mm 1648 mm 2546 mm
Swing Arc 180° 180° 180°
Bucket Rotation 205° 205° 205°
18 Stabilizer Overall Width 2242 mm 2242 mm 2242 mm
Bucket Dig Force 57.22 kN 56.61 kN 56.61 kN
Stick Dig Force 35.3 kN 33.66 kN 24.59 kN

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426F2 Standard and Optional Equipment

Standard and Optional Equipment

Standard and Optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.

Standard Optional Standard Optional

CAB GUARDS
Canopy, Base  — Guard, Teeth (GP/MP) — 
Canopy, Plus —  Guard, Driveshaft — 
Cab, Standard —  Guard, Tail Lights — 
Cab, Standard Plus —  Loader Safety Brace  —
*See Cab Options Page BOOM STICKS AND LINKAGES – BACKHOE
Cab ROPS and FOPS are standard. ROPS (Roll Over Protective Quick Coupler, Mechanical (backhoe) — —
Structure) offered by Caterpillar for this machine meets ROPS Stick Standard  —
criteria ISO 3471:2008 and FOPS (Falling Objects Protective
Stick Extending — 
Structure) criteria ISO 3449:2005
Transport Lock, Swing  —
TIRES/STEERING/BRAKES
Two Wheel Drive — Transport Lock, Boom  —

All Wheel Drive —  Hydraulics
Hydraulic Boosted Brakes (dual pedals) — Hydraulic Pump (132 L/min)  —

Tires 12-16.5 (Front) – 2WD — Hydraulic Auxiliary Quick Disconnects — 

Tires 12.5/80-18 (Front) – AWD — Side Shift Lock (electro-hydraulic)  —

Tires 16.9-28 Rear — Hydraulic Oil Cooler  —

Tires 18.4-26 Rear — Hydraulics – Backhoe

ENGINE/TRANSMISSION Hydraulic Lines, 1-Way — 
Battery 750 CCA, Maintenance Free  — Hydraulic Lines, 2-Way (with E-Stick) — 
(standard) Hydraulics – Loader
Battery 750 CCA, Maintenance Free —  Loader Kickout, Float  —
(heavy duty) Ride Control — 
Engine 68.5 kW (93 hp) Cat 3054C  — Parallel Lift  —
Engine 70 kW (94 hp) Cat C4.4 —  Electrical
Engine Block Heater —  Product Link, Cellular — 
Transmission Neutralizer  — Product Link, Satellite — 
Transmission, 4 Speed Manual  — Reversing Alarm  —
INPUT Beacon, Strobe — 
Controls, Mechanical Lever  — Beacon, Standard — 
Power Steering, Hydrostatic  — 12 Volt Electrical System  —
OTHER ATTACHMENTS 120 Ampere Alternator  —
Counterweight, 115 kg — 
Counterweight, 240 kg — 
Counterweight, 460 kg — 
Front Fenders — 
Street Pads, Stabilizers — 
Tool Storage Box  —
Transport Tie – Downs  —
Rear Licence Plate Holder and Light — 

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426F2 Backhoe Loader Cab Options

Cab Options

Canopy, Base Canopy, Plus Cab, Standard Cab, Standard Plus

Air Conditioning — — Optional Optional
Beacon Socket (×2)    
Cup Holder    
Differential Lock Button on Loader Control    
Face Fan Optional Optional Optional Optional
Removable floor mat    
Front and Rear Side Opening Windows — —  
Front Headlights    
Full Width Perforated Sun Visor — — Optional Optional
Fully Adjustable Halogen Work Lights (×6)    
Cab, Fully Glazed — —  
Cab, Part Glazed (front window) —  — —
Gauge Cluster    
Horn, Front    
Horn, Rear    
Internal Power Socket (×2)    
Rear Tail Lights    
Left and Right opening Doors — —  
Left Hand Storage Console    
Safety Lock, Transmission    
Seat, Vinyl with Mechanical Suspension   — —
Seat, Fabric with Mechanical Suspension — —  
Self-Cancelling Directional Indicator    
Steering Wheel Column, Tilt Adjustment — — — 
Window Wash Wipers, Rear — —  
Window Wash Wipers, Front —   

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Notes

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Notes

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