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Caterpillar 428 vs Caterpillar 428 II
Verdict: Caterpillar 428 vs Caterpillar 428 II
The Caterpillar 428 and the Caterpillar 428 II are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 75 hp. Caterpillar 428 is the lighter machine (6,962 kg vs 7,144 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Caterpillar 428 II is the newer design (1990 vs 1985). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.
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Fit & specs
Caterpillar
62
Fit score
Best match
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Caterpillar
62
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Best match
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Rated power
75 hp
75 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
CaterpillarReference
CaterpillarReference
Synchronized transmission with torque conveter and power shuttle.Reference
liquid-cooledReference
Final drives
inboard planetaryReference
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Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
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Engine
Engine (gross)
55.9 kWReference
56.0 kWReference
Engine (net)
52.2 kWReference
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Displacement
3.9 LReference
3.9 LReference
Bore/Stroke
98 x 127 mmReference
98 x 127 mmReference
Power (net)
52.2 kWReference
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Power (gross)
55.9 kWReference
56.0 kWReference
Rated RPM
2400Reference
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Starter type
electricReference
electricReference
Oil capacity
6.8 LReference
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Coolant capacity
20.8 LReference
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Engine
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52.2 kWReference
Power
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52.2 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
4 forward and reverseReference
4 forward and reverseReference
Capacities
Fuel
82.9 LReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
Hydraulic system
79.5 LReference
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Type
power shuttleReference
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Capacity
79.5 LReference
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Pressure
186.2 barReference
186.1 barReference
Pump flow
107.9 lpmReference
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Total flow
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107.9 lpmReference
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase
210 cmReference
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4WD Wheelbase
205 cmReference
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Weight
6962 kgReference
7144 kgReference
Front tire
9-16Reference
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Rear tire
16.9-28Reference
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2WD Industrial front
11L-16Reference
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4WD Industrial front
10.5-20Reference
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Industrial rear
16.9-28Reference
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Length
574 cmReference
568 cmReference
Width
238 cmReference
240 cmReference
Ground clearance
31 cmReference
32 cmReference
Front tread
177 cmReference
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Rear tread
172 cmReference
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Shipping
6962 kgReference
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Max front axle
7801 kgReference
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Max rear axle
5964 kgReference
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Steering wheel
198 cmReference
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Wheelbase
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210 cmReference
Height
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357 cmReference
Height (cab)
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277 cmReference
Operating weight
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7144 kgReference
Backhoe & Loader
Dig depth
480 cmReference
187.0 to 236.1 inchesReference
Dump angle
114 cmReference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
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Charging system
alternatorReference
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Battery volts
12Reference
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Attachment overview
Caterpillar 428 Backhoe
Backhoe type
Caterpillar 428 Extendable BackhoeReference
Caterpillar BackhoeReference
Transport height
355 cmReference
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Bucket width
91 cmReference
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Digging depth
480 cmReference
474 cmReference
2-Foot flat digging depth
411 cmReference
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Reach from pivot
541 cmReference
537 cmReference
Loading height
358 cmReference
348 cmReference
Bucket Rotation
150°Reference
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Swing Arc
180°Reference
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Bucket force
4808 kgReference
4735 kgReference
Dipperstick force
2914 kgReference
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Caterpillar 428 Extendable Backhoe
Digging depth (retracted stick)
487 cmReference
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Digging depth (extended stick)
601 cmReference
599 cmReference
2-Foot flat digging depth (retracted stick)
421 cmReference
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2-Foot flat digging depth (extended stick)
541 cmReference
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Reach from pivot (retracted stick)
551 cmReference
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Reach from pivot (extended stick)
665 cmReference
662 cmReference
Loading height (retracted stick)
373 cmReference
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Loading height (extended stick)
449 cmReference
419 cmReference
Bucket force (retracted stick)
4717 kgReference
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Bucket force (extended stick)
4717 kgReference
4653 kgReference
Dipperstick force (retracted stick)
2857 kgReference
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Dipperstick force (extended stick)
1989 kgReference
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Caterpillar 428 Height
ROPS
276 cmReference
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Cab
276 cmReference
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Exhaust
279 cmReference
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Backhoe
355 cmReference
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Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.