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Caterpillar 420 vs John Deere 410 P-Tier
Published specs and dimensions of two backhoe loaders side by side. Every value comes from the manufacturer document cited on each model page; ≈ marks a unit conversion.
Key differences
The Caterpillar 420 is 311 lb (141 kg) lighter, 4 in (92 mm) narrower, 2 ft 7 in (775 mm) taller and 1 ft (298 mm) shorter than the John Deere 410 P-Tier.
- Net power: 68 kW / 91.2 hp (Caterpillar 420) vs 87 kW / 117 hp (John Deere 410 P-Tier); John Deere 410 P-Tier is higher.
- Wheelbase: 2,200 mm / 7 ft 3 in (Caterpillar 420) vs 2,160 mm / 7 ft 1 in (John Deere 410 P-Tier); Caterpillar 420 is higher.
- Ground clearance: 316 mm / 12.4 in (Caterpillar 420) vs 334 mm / 13.1 in (John Deere 410 P-Tier); John Deere 410 P-Tier is higher.
- Displacement: 3.6 L / 220 cu in (Caterpillar 420) vs 4.5 L / 275 cu in (John Deere 410 P-Tier); John Deere 410 P-Tier is higher.
- Pump / aux flow: 187 L/min / 49.4 gpm (Caterpillar 420) vs 163 L/min / 43.1 gpm (John Deere 410 P-Tier); Caterpillar 420 is higher.
- System / relief pressure: 25 MPa / 3,626 psi (Caterpillar 420) vs 25 MPa / 3,625 psi (John Deere 410 P-Tier); Caterpillar 420 is higher.
Computed from the published figures for each model's stated configuration (listed below the table). Options such as boom, bucket, tracks or tires change these numbers.
Caterpillar 420 specs John Deere 410 P-Tier specs Open in interactive compare Trailer fit: Caterpillar 420 Trailer fit: John Deere 410 P-Tier
Side-by-side specs
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| Spec | Caterpillar 420 | John Deere 410 P-Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | ||
| Operating weight | 7,834 kg | 7,975 kg |
| Dimensions | ||
| Overall length | 7,132 mm | ≈ 7,430 mm |
| Overall width | 2,248 mm | ≈ 2,340 mm |
| Overall height | 3,645 mm | ≈ 2,870 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,200 mm | ≈ 2,160 mm |
| Track gauge / tread | 1,895 mm | Not published |
| Ground clearance | 316 mm | 334 mm |
| Turning radius | Not published | ≈ 3,450 mm |
| Transport height | Not captured | ≈ 3,910 mm |
| Undercarriage / tires | ||
| Undercarriage type | Wheeled, rigid frame, all-wheel drive | Wheeled, rigid frame 2WD |
| Number of axles | 2 | 2 |
| Wheels (count) | 4 | 4 |
| Tire size | Front 340/80-18, rear 500/70-24 | Front 12.5/80-18 F3 (12), rear 21L-24 R4 (12) |
| Ground pressure | ||
| Ground pressure | Not published | Not published |
| Axle loads | ||
| Axle load, front (unladen/operating) | Not published | Not published |
| Axle load, rear (unladen/operating) | Not published | Not published |
| Engine | ||
| Engine model | Cat C3.6 | John Deere PowerTech EWL 4.5L |
| Net power | 68 kW | 87 kW |
| Displacement | 3.6 L | 4.5 L |
| Rated speed | 2,200 rpm | Not captured |
| Hydraulics | ||
| Pump / aux flow | 187 L/min | 163 L/min |
| System / relief pressure | ≈ 25 MPa | ≈ 25 MPa |
| Performance | ||
| Max travel speed | 41 km/h | 40 km/h |
| Max digging depth | 4,278 mm | ≈ 4,850 mm |
| Max reach (at ground) | 5,600 mm | ≈ 6,020 mm |
| Rated / lift capacity | 3,280 kg | 3,271 kg |
| Bucket capacity | 0.96 m³ | 1 m³ |
Configurations.
Caterpillar 420: Standard stick, OROPS canopy, AWD, standard 4-speed power shift, 0.96 m³ GP pin-on loader bucket, 100 hp (74.5 kW) engine rating; Tier 4 Final/Stage V.
John Deere 410 P-Tier: Standard equipment with canopy, standard backhoe dipperstick, 340 kg counterweight, non-powered front axle (12.5/80-18 front, 21L-24 rear), 1.00 m³ heavy-duty loader bucket, 610 mm × 0.21 m³ backhoe bucket; EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage IV.