CAT CLASS: HQ-10204

16+ ft Backhoe Loader

The 16+ ft backhoe loader class comprises extendahoe machines engineered to reach past 17 ft digging depth, enabling deep service lateral installation and utility trenching without deploying a dedicated excavator. These specialized loaders combine the versatility of standard backhoes with telescoping or extended-boom geometry, sacrificing some compactness for reach that addresses deep municipal and utility work. Case and JCB manufacture models in this segment, with operating weights from 7,366 to 14,905 kg and engine power spanning 55 to 110 hp.

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Spécifications clés

Spécification	Plage typique	Signification
Maximum dig depth	17–19.6 ft (5.2–6.0 m)	Extended boom geometry enables excavation of deep service laterals and water mains without excavator mobilization.
Engine power	55–110 hp	Diesel powerplants sized to manage hydraulic demand of extended-reach boom circuits and loader bucket.
Operating weight	16,314–32,849 lb (7,400–14,900 kg)	Heavier frames and counterweights stabilize the machine during maximum-reach digging operations.
Lift capacity	3,075–3,822 lb (1,395–1,734 kg)	Loader-end capacity for material handling, pallet placement, and front-bucket work between excavation tasks.

Comment choisir

Extendahoe loaders in the 16+ ft class suit projects requiring dig depths beyond 17 ft—typically deep sewer laterals, water service trenching below frost lines in northern climates, or utility installations where standard backhoe reach falls short. When dig depths stay within 14–16 ft and the site benefits from a more compact footprint or lower transport weight, the 14-16 ft Backhoe Loader class offers better maneuverability and reduced operating cost. Projects demanding depths approaching 20 ft or continuous excavation productivity may justify deploying a dedicated excavator, though extendahoes retain versatility for mixed loader-excavator tasks on the same job.

Ce que cette taille peut gérer

Deep sanitary sewer lateral installation at 18 ft below grade in residential subdivisions
Water main service connections below frost depth in northern municipal systems
Storm drain tie-ins and catch-basin excavation requiring extended reach from roadway
Utility trench excavation along pipeline corridors with sporadic deep sections
Foundation wall excavation and backfill on sloped lots where reach compensates for grade differential
Rural electric and fiber-optic conduit trenching with intermittent deep crossings

Sécurité et opération

Extended boom reach shifts center of gravity during maximum-depth digging; operators must monitor machine stability and avoid side-loading
Rollover protective structures (ROPS) and seatbelts mandatory; extendahoe weight and height increase rollover consequences on sloped terrain
Utility strike risk elevated when digging near maximum depth; advance locate tickets and hand-digging near marked facilities critical
Spotter assistance recommended when working near overhead lines or structures, as extended boom height exceeds that of standard backhoes

Transport et logistique

Operating weights to 14,905 kg typically require tandem-axle tagalong or tilt-deck trailers rated 16,000–18,000 lb capacity
Extendahoe boom geometry may increase overall transport length; verify trailer deck length accommodates extended boom profiles or retracted stow configurations
Towing vehicles must meet GCWR for combined trailer and machine weight; Class 5–7 trucks common for heavier models in this segment

Alimentation

Diesel fuel tanks from 38 to 159 liters; larger tanks support extended shifts in remote utility corridors without refueling infrastructure
All models in this class run on standard on-road diesel (ULSD); no on-site electrical hookup required
Daily fuel consumption varies with dig depth and hydraulic load; extended-reach operations increase fuel burn relative to standard backhoe work

Questions fréquentes

What digging depth separates an extendahoe from a standard backhoe loader?

Industry convention places the threshold near 16–17 ft maximum dig depth; machines exceeding this range typically incorporate telescoping stick sections or extended-geometry booms not found on standard loaders in the 14–16 ft class.

Does the extended reach reduce loader-end performance?

Lift capacity remains comparable to standard backhoe loaders (3,075–3,822 lb), though increased operating weight and longer wheelbase may affect tight-space loader maneuverability compared to lighter models.

When does a dedicated excavator become more practical than an extendahoe?

Projects requiring continuous excavation at depths near 20 ft, or those prioritizing digging productivity over loader versatility, often justify a dedicated excavator with higher bucket capacity and faster cycle times.

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Modèle	Poids en service	Profondeur d’excavation max	Portée max	Puissance moteur
Case 590SN	20,459 lb (9,280 kg)	16 ft (4.9 m)	-	109 hp
Case 580 Super N	16,239 lb (7,366 kg)	17.9 ft (5.5 m)	21.9 ft (6.7 m)	97 hp
Case 580N EP Backhoe Loader	14,905 lb (6,761 kg)	18 ft (5.5 m)	21.4 ft (6.5 m)	90 hp
Case 695SV	22,245 lb (10,090 kg)	19.6 ft (6.0 m)	-	110 hp
JCB 3CX	-	18.5 ft (5.6 m)	-	74 hp
Case 590 Super N	20,532 lb (9,313 kg)	19.5 ft (5.9 m)	-	110 hp