In this episode of The Dirt, equipment operator and host Bryan Furnace tests out and reviews Caterpillar’s flagship backhoe, the 420 XE, which he found has some “awesome new features.”
The XE model is Cat’s premium version with a variety of operator comfort and convenience features that brought a smile and some relief to an operator who admits he hates backhoes.
“We’ve finally reached a point where someone has done something better for a backhoe,” Bryan says of the 420 XE.
One of those innovative features involves being able to rotate the seat 90 degrees, perpendicular to the boom so you can see down the side of the arm and bucket for better visibility. Joystick controls replace pilot controls and are attached to the seat, moving with the seat when it is rotated between loading and digging operations. Bryan found the controls provide some other conveniences that will make backhoe operators happier.
To find out more about why Bryan called the 420 XE a “super huge win” for backhoe operators, check out this episode of The Dirt.
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