SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 310SL vs Caterpillar 420E
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 310SL and the Caterpillar 420E. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 310SL75.3 kW (101 HP)
Caterpillar 420E75.3 kW (101 HP)
Weight
John Deere 310SL7198.5 kg (15870 lbs)
Caterpillar 420E7311.9 kg (16120 lbs)
Operating Weight
John Deere 310SL7198.5 kg (15870 lbs)
Caterpillar 420E7311.9 kg (16120 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 310SL Backhoe Loaders | Caterpillar 420E Backhoe Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 75.3 kW (101 HP) | 75.3 kW (101 HP) |
| Weight | 7198.5 kg (15870 lbs) | 7311.9 kg (16120 lbs) |
| Transmission | Powershift | — |
| Pump Capacity | 136.3 LPM (36 GPM) | 162.8 LPM (43 GPM) |
| Engine Manufacturer | John Deere | Caterpillar |
| Engine Model | PowerTech+ 4045HT096 | C4.4 DIT |
| Net Power | 75.3 kW (101 HP) | 69.4 kW (93 HP) |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Displacement | 4501.5 cc (274.7 cu in) | 4391.7 cc (268 cu in) |
| Power Measured | 2244 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Fuel Capacity | 140.1 l (37 gal) | 143.8 l (38 gal) |
| Hydraulic Oil Capacity | 45.0 l (11.9 gal) | — |
| Rear Axle Oil Capacity | 18.2 l (4.8 gal) | 16.7 l (4.4 gal) |
| Transmission Type | Powershift | — |
| Service Brake Type | Wet Multi Discs | — |
| Actuation | Hydraulic with Power Assist | — |
| Pump Type | Tandem gear | Variable-flow, axial piston |
| Pump Flow Capacity | 136.3 LPM (36 GPM) | 162.8 LPM (43 GPM) |
| Dump Height | 274.3 cm (108 in) | 243.8 cm (96 in) |
| Pin Height (Shovel ) | 335.3 cm (132 in) | — |
| Dump Reach | 69.9 cm (27.52 in) | — |
| Lift To Full Height | 3460.9 kg (7630 lbs) | — |
| Maximum Reach (Boom Lift ) | 1320.0 kg (2910 lbs) | — |
| Operating Weight | 7198.5 kg (15870 lbs) | 7311.9 kg (16120 lbs) |
| Bucket Capacity | 0.9 m³ (1.2 cu yds) | 1.0 m³ (1.25 cu yds) |
| Shovel Breakout | 50067.5 kg (110380 lbs) | — |
| Bucket Tearout (Non-Extending Dipper) | 56086.7 kg (123650 lbs) | — |
| Stick Tearout | 37321.5 kg (82280 lbs) | — |
| Overall Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Overall Width | 213.4 cm (84 in) | 243.8 cm (96 in) |
| Wheelbase | 213.4 cm (84 in) | 213.4 cm (84 in) |
| Ground Clearance | 30.5 cm (12 in) | 30.5 cm (12 in) |
| Lift Capacity | — | 2930.2 kg (6460 lbs) |
| Gross Power | — | 75.3 kW (101 HP) |
| Torque Measured | — | 1400 RPM |
| Max Torque (Net ) | — | 136.1 kg (300 lbs) |
| Torque Rise (Net ) | — | 0.36 |
| Oil Capacity | — | 7.6 l (2 gal) |
| Cooling Capacity | — | 16.7 l (4.4 gal) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | — | 79.1 l (20.9 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | — | 18.9 l (5 gal) |
| Front Axle Oil Capacity | — | 11.0 l (2.9 gal) |
| No Of Forward Gears | — | 4 |
| No Of Reverse Gears | — | 4 |
| Max Speed (Forward) | — | 40.1 km/h (24.9 mph) |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | — | 40.1 km/h (24.9 mph) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | — | 249.0 bar (3611 psi) |
| Dig Depth | — | 426.7 cm (168 in) |
| Dig Depth (Extended) | — | 548.6 cm (216 in) |
| Bucket Dig Force | — | 6295.9 kg (13880 lbs) |
| Bucket Dig Force (E-Stick Extended) | — | 6286.8 kg (13860 lbs) |
| Loading Height | — | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Loading Height (Extended) | — | 426.7 cm (168 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) |
| Reach From Swivel (Extended) | — | 670.6 cm (264 in) |
| Lift Capacity At Full Height | — | 2930.2 kg (6460 lbs) |
| Load At Max Lift Capacity | — | 1592.1 kg (3510 lbs) |
| Load At Max Lift Capacity (Extended) | — | 1038.7 kg (2290 lbs) |
| Bucket Width | — | 225.6 cm (7.4 ft) |
| Bucket Breakout Force | — | 4644.8 kg (10240 lbs) |
| Reach From Swivel | — | 548.6 cm (216 in) |
| Height To Top Of Cab | — | 274.3 cm (108 in) |
| Overall Length | — | 731.5 cm (288 in) |
| Turning Radius | — | 548.6 cm (216 in) |
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