Caterpillar has replaced F2 Series backhoe loaders with new models using the nomenclature without suffixes. Models 415, 416, 420, 420 XE, and 430 use a new engine, the Cat C3.6, that is up to 10 ...

Cat strives to balance backhoe-loader emissions costs with efficiency from computer controls, ... bucket breakout force is increased as much as 9 percent, ... (the first on a Cat 420 backhoe) ...

Building on the F2 Series models, Caterpillar's new line of backhoe-loaders consists of the 14- and 15-ft. size class 415, 416, 420, 420 XE and 430 models, replacing the 415F2, 416F2, 420F2, 420F2 ...