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Used Backhoes & Backhoe Loaders For Sale

  • Browse a large selection of Loader Backhoes, including top models manufacturers, including Caterpillar, John Deere, Case, and more available.
  • Search our inventory and find popular models, like CAT 420 and CAT 430 series, John Deere 310  and 410 series, Case 580 and 590 series. 
  • Multiple ways to buy and sell equipment: Live onsite auctions near you, online auctions, buy now or make offer.
  • Additional services available, including refurbishing, financing, insurance and warranties on select loader backhoes.

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Backhoes

  • Item 13624051

    1998 Cat 416B Backhoe Loader

    Rossville, GA

    Usage: 10,529 hrs


    IronClad Assurance

    IronClad Assurance

    Timed auction:

    Thu, 3 July, UTC

  • Open Operator Station • Auxiliary Hydraulics • 92 in Multi-Purpose Loader Bucket • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 9 July, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • Lot 196

    2018 Case 580SN 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    South Vienna, OH

    Usage: 5,674 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Powershift Transmission • Requires Diesel Exhaust Fluid • 82 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 16 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics

    Timed auction:

    Thu, 26 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • Item 13623985

    2002 Cat 430D Backhoe Loader

    New Market, TN

    Usage: 11,956 hrs


    IronClad Assurance

    IronClad Assurance

    Timed auction:

    Thu, 3 July, UTC
  • 1981 Case 580D 4x2 Backhoe Loader

    Charlotte, NC

    Usage: 5,429 hrs


    Open Operator Station • 81 in Loader Bucket • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Live auction:

    Wed, 20 Aug, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 1995 Cat 416B 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Charlotte, NC

    Usage: 10,943 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • 89 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Live auction:

    Wed, 20 Aug, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • Lot 5274

    Enclosed Cab • Powershift Transmission • 90 in Multi-Purpose Loader Bucket • Flip-Over Forks • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • Lot 5273

    1996 Case 580 Super L 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Burgettstown, PA

    Usage: 4,480 hrs


    Open Operator Station • 82 in Loader Bucket • 12 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • Item 13556311

    Enclosed Cab • Ride Control • 2005 US EPA Label • 92 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • Quick Coupler • 30 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics

    IronClad Assurance

    IronClad Assurance

  • Live auction:

    Thu, 17 July, UTC (Day 3 of 3)
  • JCB 310G Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN


    Live auction:

    Thu, 17 July, UTC (Day 3 of 3)
  • Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2014 John Deere 310SK Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 6,724 hrs


    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)

  • Open Operator Station • 66 in Loader Bucket • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics • 540 PTO

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 1992 John Deere 410D 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 8,752 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Manual Coupler • 90 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 22 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 1997 JCB 210S 4x4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 7,054 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Hydraulic Coupler • 72 in Loader Bucket • Side Shift • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)

  • Enclosed Cab • Auxiliary Hydraulics • Hydraulic Coupler • 88 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2004 JCB 214 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 7,843 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Auxiliary Hydraulics • Hydraulic Coupler • 95 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2007 John Deere 310G 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 9,380 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • 2006 US EPA Label • 85 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2010 John Deere 410J 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 15,220 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • Powershift Transmission • Auxiliary Hydraulics • Hydraulic Coupler • 93 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • Quick Coupler • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics • "NOTICE-TO-US-BIDDERS: this asset is likely exempt from US import tariffs as it was manufactured in the US. Bidders are responsible for confirming with their customs broker."

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2015 Case 580SNWT 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 6,322 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • Powershift Transmission • Hydraulic Coupler • 92 in Multi-Purpose Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 36 in Backhoe Cleanup Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics • "NOTICE-TO-US-BIDDERS: this asset is likely exempt from US import tariffs as it was manufactured in the US. Bidders are responsible for confirming with their customs broker."

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2005 Cat 420D IT 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    2005 Cat 420D IT 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 6,315 km


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • Auxiliary Hydraulics • Hydraulic Coupler • 88 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • Quick Coupler • 23 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics • "NOTICE-TO-US-BIDDERS: this asset is likely exempt from US import tariffs as it was manufactured in the US. Bidders are responsible for confirming with their customs broker."

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2011 JCB 3CX14-4EC 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    2011 JCB 3CX14-4EC 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 7,865 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Backhoe Pilot Controls • Control Pattern Changer • Powershift Transmission • 2011 US EPA Label • CARB Compliant • Auxiliary Hydraulics • Hydraulic Coupler • 95 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2017 Case 580SN 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    2017 Case 580SN 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 10,891 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • 82 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • "NOTICE-TO-US-BIDDERS: this asset is likely exempt from US import tariffs as it was manufactured in the US. Bidders are responsible for confirming with their customs broker."

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2018 Case 580N 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Auxiliary Hydraulics • 81 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 22 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics • "NOTICE-TO-US-BIDDERS: this asset is likely exempt from US import tariffs as it was manufactured in the US. Bidders are responsible for confirming with their customs broker."

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2018 Case 580N 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    2018 Case 580N 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 7,250 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Auxiliary Hydraulics • Hydraulic Coupler • 82 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 22 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics • "NOTICE-TO-US-BIDDERS: this asset is likely exempt from US import tariffs as it was manufactured in the US. Bidders are responsible for confirming with their customs broker."

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2017 Case 580SN 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    2017 Case 580SN 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 7,317 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • 82 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • "NOTICE-TO-US-BIDDERS: this asset is likely exempt from US import tariffs as it was manufactured in the US. Bidders are responsible for confirming with their customs broker."

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2017 Case 580SN 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    2017 Case 580SN 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 7,256 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • 82 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • "NOTICE-TO-US-BIDDERS: this asset is likely exempt from US import tariffs as it was manufactured in the US. Bidders are responsible for confirming with their customs broker."

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2018 Cat 430F2 IT 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    2018 Cat 430F2 IT 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 6,582 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • Powershift Transmission • Auxiliary Hydraulics • Hydraulic Coupler • 93 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 23 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • 2020 Cat 420XE HRC 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    2020 Cat 420XE HRC 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Amaranth, ON, CAN

    Usage: 5,830 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Requires Diesel Exhaust Fluid • Auxiliary Hydraulics • Hydraulic Coupler • 93 in Loader Bucket • Forks • Extendable Stick • 23 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • Item 13623805

    2016 JCB 3CX Backhoe Loader

    Savannah, GA

    Usage: 2,830 hrs


    IronClad Assurance

    IronClad Assurance

    Timed auction:

    Thu, 3 July, UTC
  • Case 580 Super L 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Case 580 Super L 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Lancaster, NY

    Usage: 5,660 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • 82 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

  • John Deere 310G 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Item 13551106

    John Deere 310G 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Annapolis, MD

    Usage: 10,636 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • 2001 US EPA Label • Hydraulic Coupler • 84 in Loader Bucket • Forks • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Thu, 3 July, UTC
  • 1994 Cat 446B 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5267

    1994 Cat 446B 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    North East, MD

    Usage: 16,245 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • Auxiliary Hydraulics • 94 in Multi-Purpose Loader Bucket • 12 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2000 John Deere 310SE 4x4 Backhoe Loader (Inoperable)
    Lot 9013

    Enclosed Cab • 2000 US EPA Label • Manual Coupler • 120 in Loader Bucket • Quick Coupler • 28 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Thu, 26 June, UTC (Day 2 of 2)
  • 2013 John Deere 310SK 4x4 Backhoe Loader (Inoperable)
    Lot 9011A

    Enclosed Cab • Backhoe Pilot Controls • Powershift Transmission • 92 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • Quick Coupler • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Thu, 26 June, UTC (Day 2 of 2)
  • 2006 John Deere 110 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5271

    Open Operator Station • Manual Coupler • 72 in Loader Bucket • Side Shift • Quick Coupler

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2002 John Deere 310G 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5270

    2002 John Deere 310G 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    North East, MD

    Usage: 10,502 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Powershift Transmission • Manual Coupler • 84 in Loader Bucket • Side Shift • Extendable Stick • 18 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2004 John Deere 310SG 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5269A

    Enclosed Cab • Powershift Transmission • 2001 US EPA Label • 92 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Manual Thumb

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2005 John Deere 310SG 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5269

    2005 John Deere 310SG 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    North East, MD

    Usage: 3,833 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • 2004 US EPA Label • 92 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 18 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2002 Case 590 Super M 4x2 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5275

    2002 Case 590 Super M 4x2 Backhoe Loader

    North East, MD

    Usage: 9,771 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • 2002 US EPA Label • 94 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2002 Case 580 Super M 4x2 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5278

    2002 Case 580 Super M 4x2 Backhoe Loader

    North East, MD

    Usage: 9,851 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • 82 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 18 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2002 Case 580 Super M 4x2 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5277

    2002 Case 580 Super M 4x2 Backhoe Loader

    North East, MD

    Usage: 8,913 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • 82 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2007 Case 580 Super M Series 2 4x2 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5276

    Enclosed Cab • 82 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 17 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2006 Cat 430E 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5265

    2006 Cat 430E 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    North East, MD

    Usage: 12,685 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • Control Pattern Changer • Manual Coupler • 96 in Multi-Purpose Loader Bucket • Quick Coupler • 18 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2005 Cat 420D 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5266

    Enclosed Cab • Auxiliary Hydraulics • Hydraulic Coupler • 95 in Loader Bucket • Forks • Extendable Stick • Quick Coupler • 8 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2006 Cat 430E 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5264

    2006 Cat 430E 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    North East, MD

    Usage: 3,794 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • 96 in Multi-Purpose Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 12 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Thumb Bracket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2011 Cat 430E 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5263

    2011 Cat 430E 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    North East, MD

    Usage: 9,743 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • Control Pattern Changer • Manual Coupler • 95 in Loader Bucket • 15 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Thumb Bracket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2014 John Deere 310SK 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5261

    2014 John Deere 310SK 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    North East, MD

    Usage: 7,774 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • Powershift Transmission • Auxiliary Hydraulics • Hydraulic Coupler • 92 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • Quick Coupler • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2015 Cat 430F2 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5254

    2015 Cat 430F2 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    North East, MD

    Usage: 9,620 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • 94 in Multi-Purpose Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • 2023 John Deere 310SL 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Lot 5260

    2023 John Deere 310SL 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    North East, MD

    Usage: 535 hrs


    Open Operator Station • Backhoe Pilot Controls • Powershift Transmission • Requires Diesel Exhaust Fluid • 84 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 12 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 25 June, UTC (Day 1 of 2)
  • John Deere 410D 4x2 Backhoe Loader
    Item 13573113

    John Deere 410D 4x2 Backhoe Loader

    Canastota, NY

    Usage: 239 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Auxiliary Hydraulics • 92 in • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

  • Timed auction:

    Wed, 16 July, UTC (Day 2 of 3)
  • Item 13507535

    2013 John Deere Backhoe Backhoe Loader

    Conshohocken, PA

    Usage: 6,044 hrs


    IronClad Assurance

    IronClad Assurance

    Timed auction:

    Thu, 3 July, UTC
  • 2014 Volvo BL70B 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Item 13530602

    2014 Volvo BL70B 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Lewes, DE

    Usage: 1,574 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Backhoe Pilot Controls • Control Pattern Changer • Tier 4 • 2013 US EPA Label • Hydraulic Coupler • 92 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket

    IronClad Assurance

    IronClad Assurance

  • Item 13046260

    1993 Cat 416B Backhoe Loader

    Oakland, NJ

    Usage: 10,200 hrs


    IronClad Assurance

    IronClad Assurance

    Timed auction:

    Thu, 10 July, UTC
  • 2018 Cat 450F 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Item 13512395

    2018 Cat 450F 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Mt. Vernon, NY

    Usage: 4,645 hrs


    IronClad Assurance

    IronClad Assurance

  • 2018 Cat 450F 4x4 Backhoe Loader
    Item 13512396

    2018 Cat 450F 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Mount Vernon, NY

    Usage: 6,510 km


    Enclosed Cab • 95 in Multi-Purpose Loader Bucket • 18 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Thumb Bracket

    IronClad Assurance

    IronClad Assurance

  • Item 13578699

    IronClad Assurance

    IronClad Assurance

  • 2005 John Deere 410G 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    2005 John Deere 410G 4x4 Backhoe Loader

    Mont-Saint-Hilaire, QC, CAN

    Usage: 5,231 hrs


    Enclosed Cab • Air Conditioner • Ride Control • Control Pattern Changer • 2004 US EPA Label • Auxiliary Hydraulics • Hydraulic Coupler • 91 in Loader Bucket • Extendable Stick • Quick Coupler • 24 in Backhoe Digging Bucket • Rear Auxiliary Hydraulics • "NOTICE-TO-US-BIDDERS: this asset is likely exempt from US import tariffs as it was manufactured in the US. Bidders are responsible for confirming with their customs broker."

    Timed auction:

    Wed, 9 July, UTC (Day 1 of 2)

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What is a backhoe loader?

A backhoe loader, often referred to as a loader backhoe or simply a backhoe, is a highly versatile piece of machinery commonly used in industries like construction, agriculture, and landscaping. It is designed with three integral components: a tractor, a loader, and a backhoe, each providing distinct functionality for various tasks.

What makes the backhoe loader stand out from other heavy equipment is its ability to perform multiple functions, including loading, digging, lifting, and material handling, all within a relatively compact footprint. The front loader is engineered for lifting and moving materials like soil, gravel, and debris, while the rear backhoe arm is optimized for precision digging and trenching. Operators can pivot 180 degrees to seamlessly switch between these tasks, maximizing efficiency on the job site.

Key considerations when buying a used backhoe loader

Purchasing a used backhoe loader can be a smart investment, whether you're expanding your fleet or replacing an older machine. At Ritchie Bros. backhoe auctions, you'll find a variety of backhoe loaders at various conditions which can fit your budget. We add new inventory daily so you'll find brand new backhoes, slightly used backhoes that are in excellent conditions, or used backhoes that will fit your budget. With a global reach and trusted reputation in construction equipment, you'll be sure to find the perfect backhoe with us.

However, with any used equipment, it's crucial to conduct thorough inspections and evaluate key factors to ensure you're getting a reliable and cost-effective machine. Below are some of the most important considerations to keep in mind when buying a used backhoe loader. Once you find the backhoe you're interested in, we invite you to visit our auction site for in person inspection or contact the auction site to inquire about our detailed inspection services.

Condition of hydraulic systems

The hydraulic system is the backbone of any backhoe loader. Buyers should carefully inspect for leaks, low fluid levels, or any irregularities in the hydraulic pressure. If the system isn’t properly maintained, it can lead to costly repairs and operational downtime. Checking the responsiveness and smoothness of hydraulic functions is crucial to ensure the machine can handle heavy-duty tasks without fail.

Wear and tear on the boom, stick, and bucket

Since backhoe loaders perform heavy lifting and digging, the wear and tear on the boom, stick, and bucket is a key concern for buyers. Look for signs of excessive wear, cracks, or dents in these components. Buckets, in particular, can show signs of wear on the cutting edge, which could reduce the machine’s digging efficiency. A thorough inspection can save you from replacing critical parts soon after purchase.

Transmission and engine health

The engine and transmission are major cost factors in any used backhoe loader. When evaluating a machine, check for smooth transmission shifts and listen for any unusual noises from the engine. Watch for oil leaks or excessive smoke, which could indicate potential issues. Ensuring these components are well-maintained will ensure reliable performance and reduce the risk of breakdowns.

Availability of parts and service

When buying a used backhoe loader, it’s important to consider the availability of replacement parts and maintenance services. Popular brands like Caterpillar, John Deere, and JCB have well-established support networks, making it easier to find parts and service centers. This is especially important for maintaining uptime and avoiding delays in case of breakdowns. Be sure to choose a model that offers easy access to parts for quicker repairs.

Best brands of backhoe loaders and their top models

When it comes to reliability and performance, a few brands stand out in the world of backhoe loaders. Here are the top brands and their leading models:

Caterpillar

Caterpillar is renowned for building durable, high-performance machines that are trusted by professionals across industries. Their backhoe loaders are known for reliability, hydraulic power, and strong resale value.

  • CAT 420F2: Known for its versatility and fuel efficiency, the 420F2 is a popular choice for mid-sized construction projects.
  • CAT 415F2: This model is slightly smaller but delivers impressive power and maneuverability in tight spaces.

John Deere

John Deere backhoe loaders are widely known for their smooth operation, durability, and excellent engine performance. They also offer easy access to parts, which makes them popular among contractors.

  • John Deere 310L: A robust and efficient machine, ideal for general-purpose construction tasks.
  • John Deere 410L: This model offers increased digging power and precision, making it a favorite for large-scale projects.

JCB

JCB is a trusted name when it comes to heavy machinery. Their backhoe loaders are known for fuel efficiency and innovation, providing value for both small and large-scale jobs.

  • JCB 3CX: A versatile and durable backhoe loader, popular for its ability to perform in various work environments.
  • JCB 4CX: A higher-end model that offers more power and advanced features, perfect for complex tasks.

By choosing a trusted brand and model, buyers can ensure their backhoe loader will deliver excellent performance and maintain a strong resale value. Additionally, models from these top brands come with extensive service networks and easy access to replacement parts, making them ideal for businesses looking to maintain high uptime.

How to operate a backhoe loader?

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