Mastering the backhoe-loader is a big job because it is really two machines in one. A good operator can improve productivity by employing many of the same principles that make excavators and wheel ...

Safe lifting with a backhoe, or any machine, starts with knowing the weight of your load and the capacity of the machine. But if all you have is a backhoe’s maximum rated lift capacity, you really ...

As jobsites continue to become smaller and smaller, and advancements in hydraulic and engine systems occur at an exceedingly fast pace, operators are demanding compact, powerful machines that enable ...

Cat’s David Young walks through the company’s backhoe products — from the 416 to the 450 — while sharing insights on everything from attachments to side-shift.