SPECS / COMPARISON
Caterpillar 426B vs John Deere 310L EP
A detailed comparison of the Caterpillar 426B and the John Deere 310L EP. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Caterpillar 426B45.6 kW (61.1 HP)
John Deere 310L EP52.2 kW (70 HP)
Weight
Caterpillar 426B6790.3 kg (14970 lbs)
John Deere 310L EP6713.2 kg (14800 lbs)
Operating Weight
Caterpillar 426B6790.3 kg (14970 lbs)
John Deere 310L EP6713.2 kg (14800 lbs)
| Specification | Caterpillar 426B Backhoe Loaders | John Deere 310L EP Backhoe Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 45.6 kW (61.1 HP) | 52.2 kW (70 HP) |
| Weight | 6790.3 kg (14970 lbs) | 6713.2 kg (14800 lbs) |
| Transmission | Power shuttle | Powershift |
| Pump Capacity | 41.3 LPM (10.9 GPM) | 119.2 LPM (31.5 GPM) |
| Lift Capacity | 2680.7 kg (5910 lbs) | — |
| Engine Manufacturer | Caterpillar | John Deere |
| Engine Model | 3054 | PowerTech E 4045HT072 |
| Gross Power | 45.6 kW (61.1 HP) | — |
| Net Power | 43.9 kW (58.9 HP) | 52.2 kW (70 HP) |
| No Of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Displacement | 4000.1 cc (244.1 cu in) | 4501.5 cc (274.7 cu in) |
| Bore | 10.2 cm (4 in) | — |
| Stroke | 12.7 cm (5 in) | — |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | — |
| Power Measured | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Torque Rise (Net ) | 0.25 | — |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 52 A | — |
| Fuel Capacity | 128.3 l (33.9 gal) | 140.1 l (37 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 8.3 l (2.2 gal) | — |
| Cooling Capacity | 21.2 l (5.6 gal) | — |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | 79.1 l (20.9 gal) | — |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 10.2 l (2.7 gal) | — |
| Rear Axle Oil Capacity | 18.5 l (4.9 gal) | 18.2 l (4.8 gal) |
| Transmission Type | Power shuttle - full synchro | Powershift |
| No Of Forward Gears | 4 | — |
| No Of Reverse Gears | 4 | — |
| Max Speed (Forward) | 32.3 km/h (20.1 mph) | — |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | 32.5 km/h (20.2 mph) | — |
| Pump Type | Closed Center | Tandem gear |
| Pump Flow Capacity | 41.3 LPM (10.9 GPM) | 119.2 LPM (31.5 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 275.8 bar (4000 psi) | — |
| Dig Depth | 487.7 cm (192 in) | — |
| Dig Depth (Extended) | 609.6 cm (240 in) | — |
| Bucket Dig Force | 6549.9 kg (14440 lbs) | — |
| Bucket Dig Force (E-Stick Extended) | 6549.9 kg (14440 lbs) | — |
| Loading Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | — |
| Loading Height (Extended) | 487.7 cm (192 in) | — |
| Reach At Load Height | 182.9 cm (72 in) | — |
| Reach At Load Height (Extended) | 274.3 cm (108 in) | — |
| Reach At Max Dump Height | 91.4 cm (36 in) | — |
| Dump Height | 274.3 cm (108 in) | 274.3 cm (108 in) |
| Reach From Swivel (Extended) | 731.5 cm (288 in) | — |
| Lift Capacity At Full Height | 2680.7 kg (5910 lbs) | — |
| Operating Weight | 6790.3 kg (14970 lbs) | 6713.2 kg (14800 lbs) |
| Bucket Capacity | 1.0 m³ (1.26 cu yds) | 0.8 m³ (1.1 cu yds) |
| Bucket Width | 226.3 cm (89.1 in) | — |
| Bucket Breakout Force | 418084.8 kg (921720 lbs) | — |
| Reach From Swivel | 609.6 cm (240 in) | — |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 274.3 cm (108 in) | — |
| Overall Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 335.3 cm (132 in) |
| Overall Length | 701.0 cm (276 in) | — |
| Overall Width | 213.4 cm (84 in) | 213.4 cm (84 in) |
| Wheelbase | 213.4 cm (84 in) | 213.4 cm (84 in) |
| Ground Clearance | 30.5 cm (12 in) | 30.5 cm (12 in) |
| Hydraulic Oil Capacity | — | 45.0 l (11.9 gal) |
| Service Brake Type | — | Wet Multi Discs |
| Actuation | — | Hydraulic with Power Assist |
| Pin Height (Shovel ) | — | 335.3 cm (132 in) |
| Dump Reach | — | 73.4 cm (28.9 in) |
| Lift To Full Height | — | 3098.0 kg (6830 lbs) |
| Maximum Reach (Boom Lift ) | — | 1056.9 kg (2330 lbs) |
| Shovel Breakout | — | 42419.9 kg (93520 lbs) |
| Bucket Tearout (Non-Extending Dipper) | — | 49151.2 kg (108360 lbs) |
| Stick Tearout | — | 31715.2 kg (69920 lbs) |
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