Engine
| Power - Net | 87 hp 64 kW |
Backhoe Loaders 434
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- Power - Net
- 87 hp
- 64 kW
- Operating Weight - Nominal
- 20311 lb
- 9213 kg
- Operating Weight - Maximum
- 25353 lb
- 11500 kg
Overview
TAKE CONTROL IN A CAT® BACKHOE LOADER
The Cat® 434 Backhoe Loader provides a proven engine, improved operator comfort, greater lifting performance, an optional powershift transmission, an Excavator Style Boom, powerful and efficient hydraulics, three Power Management Modes, and Product Link™.
Features At A Glance
Product Specifications for 434
Engine - Standard Offering Tier 2 Equivalent
| Torque Rise (net) | at 1,400 rpm at 1,400 rpm |
| Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 | 65 kW/88 hp 65 kW/88 hp |
| Stroke | 5 in 127 mm |
| Torque Rise (net) - SAE J1349 Net | 283 lbf 384 N·m |
| Note | Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator. |
| Power Rating Conditions - No De-Rating Required Up To | 7500 ft 2286 m |
| Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349 | 64 kW/87 hp 64 kW/87 hp |
| Bore | 4.1 in 105 mm |
| Displacement | 269 in³ 4.4 l |
| Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power ISO 14396 | 68 kW/93 hp 68 kW/93 hp |
| Engine | 3054C 68.5 kW Mechanical Turbo 3054C 68.5 kW Mechanical Turbo |
| Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power SAE J1995 | 69 kW/94 hp 69 kW/94 hp |
Engine - Optional Offering Tier 2 Equivalent
| Engine | 3054C 74.5 kW Mechanical Turbo 3054C 74.5 kW Mechanical Turbo |
| Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 | 71 kW/96 hp 71 kW/96 hp |
| Displacement | 269 in³ 4.4 l |
| Stroke | 5 in 127 mm |
| Torque Rise (net) - SAE J1349 Net | 293 lbf 397 N·m |
| Note | Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator. |
| Power Rating Conditions - No De-Rating Required Up To | 7500 ft 2286 m |
| Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power SAE J1995 | 75 kW/102 hp 75 kW/102 hp |
| Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power ISO 14396 | 74 kW/101 hp 74 kW/101 hp |
| Torque Rise (net) | at 1,400 rpm at 1,400 rpm |
| Bore | 4.1 in 105 mm |
| Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349 | 70 kW/95 hp 70 kW/95 hp |
Engine - Optional Offering Tier 3 Equivalent
| Bore | 4.1 in 105 mm |
| Power Rating Conditions - No De-Rating Required Up To | 7500 ft 2286 m |
| Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power SAE J1995 | 76 kW/104 hp 76 kW/104 hp |
| Engine | C4.4 74.5 kW Mechanical – Turbo Intercooled C4.4 74.5 kW Mechanical – Turbo Intercooled |
| Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power ISO 14396 | 75 kW/101 hp 75 kW/101 hp |
| Torque Rise (net) - SAE J1349 Net | 294 lbf 398 N·m |
| Torque Rise (net) | at 1,400 rpm at 1,400 rpm |
| Stroke | 5 in 127 mm |
| Note | Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator. |
| Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249 | 70 kW/95 hp 70 kW/95 hp |
| Displacement | 269 in³ 4.4 l |
| Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349 | 69 kW/94 hp 69 kW/94 hp |
Transmission - Power Shuttle Transmission (Standard)
| Forward - 4th | 22.4 mile/h 36 km/h |
| Forward - 3rd | 13 mile/h 21 km/h |
| Reverse - 1st | 3.7 mile/h 6 km/h |
| Forward - 2nd | 5.6 mile/h 9 km/h |
| Forward - 1st | 3.7 mile/h 6 km/h |
| Reverse - 2nd | 5.6 mile/h 9 km/h |
| Reverse - 4th | 22.4 mile/h 36 km/h |
| Reverse - 3rd | 13 mile/h 21 km/h |
Transmission - Powershift Transmission (Optional)
| Forward - 4th | 24.9 mile/h 40 km/h |
| Forward - 2nd | 6.2 mile/h 10 km/h |
| Reverse - 3rd | 16.8 mile/h 27 km/h |
| Reverse - 2nd | 7.5 mile/h 12 km/h |
| Forward - 3rd | 12.4 mile/h 20 km/h |
| Reverse - 1st | 3.7 mile/h 6 km/h |
| Forward - 1st | 3.7 mile/h 6 km/h |
Transmission - Auto-Shift Transmission with Lock-Up Torque Converter (Optional)
| Forward - 5th | 16.8 mile/h 27 km/h |
| Forward - 2nd | 6.2 mile/h 10 km/h |
| Reverse - 2nd | 7.5 mile/h 12 km/h |
| Reverse - 3rd | 16.8 mile/h 27 km/h |
| Forward - 4th | 12.4 mile/h 20 km/h |
| Forward - 3rd | 7.5 mile/h 12 km/h |
| Forward - 1st | 3.7 mile/h 6 km/h |
| Reverse - 1st | 3.7 mile/h 6 km/h |
| Forward - 6th | 24.9 mile/h 40 km/h |
Axle Ratings
| Rear Axle - Static | 50627 lb 22964 kg |
| Rear Axle - Dynamic | 20252 lb 9186 kg |
| Front Axle (AWD) - Dynamic | 20252 lb 9186 kg |
| Front Axle (AWD) - Static | 50627 lb 22964 kg |
Weights
| Operating Weight - Nominal | 20311 lb 9213 kg |
| Operating Weight - Maximum | 25353 lb 11500 kg |
| Operating Weight - ROPS Capacity - Maximum | 25353 lb 11500 kg |
| MP Bucket (1.15 m3/1.50 yd3) - Without Fold-Over Forks | 1711 lb 776 kg |
| Auto-Shift Transmission | 207 lb 94 kg |
| Counterweights - Maximum | 254 lb 115 kg |
| Extendible Stick - Excludes Front Counterweight | 448 lb 203 kg |
| Counterweights - Base | 254 lb 115 kg |
| Ride Control | 33 lb 15 kg |
| MP Bucket (1.15 m3/1.50 yd3) - With Fold-Over Forks | 2150 lb 975 kg |
| Operating Weight | 20311 lb 9213 kg |
| Cab - ROPS/FOPS | STD STD |
| Total Gross Weight Not to Exceed | 25353 lb 11500 kg |
| Note | Machine Configuration – LRC 74.5 kW engine; standard stick hoe; standard cab with A/C; AWD standard shift transmission; 1.15 m³; MP loader bucket; 610 mm standard duty hoe bucket; 440/80R24 tires; no counterweight; 80 kg operator; full fuel tank. Machine Configuration – LRC 74.5 kW engine; standard stick hoe; standard cab with A/C; AWD standard shift transmission; 1.15 m³; MP loader bucket; 610 mm standard duty hoe bucket; 440/80R24 tires; no counterweight; 80 kg operator; full fuel tank. |
| Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Standard Stick - Loader Bucket - Parallel Lift - MP | 0 lb 0 kg |
| Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Extendible Stick - Loader Bucket - Parallel Lift - MP | 0 lb 0 kg |
| Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Extendible Stick - Loader Bucket - Parallel Lift - GP | 0 lb 0 kg |
| Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Standard Stick - Loader Bucket - Parallel Lift - GP | 0 lb 0 kg |
| Air Conditioning | STD STD |
Hydraulic System
| System Pressure - Loader | 3626 psi 250 bar |
| System Pressure - Backhoe | 3626 psi 250 bar |
| Pump Type | Variable-Flow, Axial Piston Variable-Flow, Axial Piston |
| Type | Closed Center Closed Center |
| Pump Capacity @ 2,200 rpm | 42.3 gal/min 160 l/min |
Steering
| AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Stroke | 4.6 in 117 mm |
| AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Rod Diameter | 1.7 in 42 mm |
| AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Bore | 3.3 in 85 mm |
| Power Steering | Hydrostatic Hydrostatic |
| Type | Front Wheel Front Wheel |
| AWD Cylinder, one (1) Double-acting - Axle Oscillation | ±8° ±8° |
| Turning Circle (28" Tires) - AWD (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Widest Loader Bucket | 41.34 ft 12.6 m |
| Turning Circle (28" Tires) - AWD (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Front Wheels | 32.15 ft 9.8 m |
Service Refill Capacities
| Transmission - Power Shuttle - AWD | 4.8 gal (US) 18 l |
| Hydraulic Tank | 11.1 gal (US) 42 l |
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid | 5 gal (US) 19 l |
| Fuel Tank | 42.3 gal (US) 160 l |
| Engine Oil - With Filter | 2.4 gal (US) 9 l |
| Cooling System - A/C | 4.6 gal (US) 17.5 l |
| Hydraulic System | 25.1 gal (US) 95 l |
| Rear Axle | 4.2 gal (US) 16 l |
| Rear Axle - Planetaries | 0.4 gal (US) 1.7 l |
| Transmission (Powershift) - AWD | 5 gal (US) 19 l |
| Front Axle | 3.7 gal (US) 14 l |
| Front Axle - Planetaries | 0.4 gal (US) 1.7 l |
Transmission
| Note | Travel speeds of backhoe loader at full throttle, when equipped with 440/80-28 rear tires. Travel speeds of backhoe loader at full throttle, when equipped with 440/80-28 rear tires. |
434 Standard Equipment
Cab ROPS and FOPS
- Cab, Standard
Tires/Steering/Brakes
- All Wheel Drive
- All Wheel Steer
- 100% Differential Lock
- Hydraulic Boosted Brakes
- Tires 24 inch
Engine/Transmission
- Engine Cat 3054C 68.5 kW
- Battery, 750 CCA, Standard
- Hinged Radiator Pack
- Transmission Neutralizer
- Transmission, Four Speed Manual
Controls
- Controls, Mechanical
- Power Steering, Hydrostatic
Hydraulics
- Variable Displacement Piston Pump
- Side Shift Lock
- Hydraulic Oil Cooler
- Loader Kickout, Float
- Loader Kickout, Return to Dig
Booms, Sticks and Linkages
- Stick Standard, 4.3 m
- Transport Lock, Swing
- Transport Lock, Boom
Other Attachments
- External Tool Box
- Transport Tie Downs
Electrical
- Product Link Cellular
- Reversing Alarm
- Stabilizer Alarm
434 Optional Equipment
Cab ROPS and FOPS
- Cab, Deluxe
Tires/Steering/Brakes
- Tires 28 inch
Engine/Transmission
- Engine Cat 3054C 74.5 kW
- Engine C4.4 74.5 kW
- Battery, 750 CCA, Heavy Duty
- Engine Block Heater
- Transmission, Four Speed Powershift
- Transmission, Six Speed Automatic
- Transmission, Six Speed Automatic with LUTC
Controls
- Controls, Pilot Hoe
- Pattern Selector (ISO/SAE)
Hydraulics
- Hydraulic Quick Disconnects
- Hydraulic Lines, One Way
- Hydraulic Lines, Two Way
- Powered Side Shift
- Ride Control
- Continuous Flow
- Programmable Auxiliary Flow
Booms, Sticks and Linkages
- Stick Extending, 4.3 m
- Hoe Quick Coupler, Mechanical
- Hoe Quick Coupler, Hydraulic
- Loader Quick Coupler, Hydraulic
Other Attachments
- Counterweight, 115 kg
- Front Fenders
- Street Pads, Stabilizers
Electrical
- Product Link Satellite
- Beacon, Rotating
- Beacon, Strobe
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- Power - Net
- 87 hp
- 64 kW
- Operating Weight - Nominal
- 20311 lb
- 9213 kg
- Operating Weight - Maximum
- 25353 lb
- 11500 kg
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- Power - Net
- 95 hp
- 70 kW
- Operating Weight - Nominal
- 18616 lb
- 8444 kg
- Operating Weight - Maximum
- 24251 lb
- 11000 kg
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- Power - Net
- 95 hp
- 70 kW
- Operating Weight - Nominal
- 21039 lb
- 9543 kg
- Operating Weight - Maximum
- 25353 lb
- 11500 kg
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