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Backhoe Loaders

444

The Cat® 444 Backhoe Loader provides a proven engine, operator comfort and control, a powershift transmission, an Excavator Style Boom, powerful and efficient hydraulics, three Power Management Modes, and Product Link™.

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Overview

Engine

UNITS:

Metric

Imperial

Power - Net	70 kW	95 HP

Engine - Standard Offering Tier 2 Equivalent

Torque Rise (net) - SAE J1349 Net	397 N·m	293 lbf
Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power ISO 14396	74.5 kW/101 hp	74.5 kW/101 hp
Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349	70 kW/95 hp	70 kW/95 hp
Power Rating Conditions - No De-Rating Required Up To	2286 m	7500 ft
Torque Rise (net)	31% @ 1,400 rpm	31% @ 1,400 rpm
Bore	105 mm	4.1 in
Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power SAE J1995	75 kW/102 hp	75 kW/102 hp
Engine	3054C 74.5 kW Mechanical Turbo	3054C 74.5 kW Mechanical Turbo
Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249	71 kW/96 hp	71 kW/96 hp
Stroke	127 mm	5 in
Displacement	4.4 l	269 in³
Note	Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.	Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.

Engine - Optional Offering Tier 3 Equivalent

Power Rating Conditions - No De-Rating Required Up To	2286 m	7500 ft
Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249	70 kW/95 hp	70 kW/95 hp
Torque Rise (net) - SAE J1349 Net	398 N·m	294 lbf
Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349	69 kW/94 hp	69 kW/94 hp
Bore	105 mm	4.1 in
Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power ISO 14396	74.5 kW/101 hp	74.5 kW/101 hp
Torque Rise (net)	32% @ 1,400 rpm	32% @ 1,400 rpm
Note	Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.	Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.
Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power SAE J1995	76 kW/104 hp	76 kW/104 hp
Displacement	4.4 l	269 in³
Engine	C4.4 74.5 kW Mechanical Turbo Intercooled	C4.4 74.5 kW Mechanical Turbo Intercooled
Stroke	127 mm	5 in

Transmission - Auto-Shift Transmission (Standard)

Forward - 1st	6 km/h	3.7 mile/h
Reverse - 1st	6 km/h	3.7 mile/h
Reverse - 2nd	12 km/h	7.5 mile/h
Forward - 5th	27 km/h	16.8 mile/h
Forward - 6th	40 km/h	24.9 mile/h
Reverse - 3rd	27 km/h	16.8 mile/h
Forward - 3rd	12 km/h	7.5 mile/h
Forward - 2nd	10 km/h	6.2 mile/h
Forward - 4th	20 km/h	12.4 mile/h

Axle Ratings

Rear Axle - Static	22964 kg	50627 lb
Rear Axle - Dynamic	9186 kg	20252 lb
Front Axle - Static	22964 kg	50627 lb
Front Axle - Dynamic	9186 kg	20252 lb

Transmission - Auto-Shift Transmission with Lock-Up Torque Converter (Optional)

Forward - 2nd	10 km/h	6.2 mile/h
Forward - 5th	27 km/h	16.8 mile/h
Forward - 1st	6 km/h	3.7 mile/h
Forward - 6th	40 km/h	24.9 mile/h
Forward - 3rd	12 km/h	7.5 mile/h
Reverse - 3rd	27 km/h	16.8 mile/h
Reverse - 1st	6 km/h	3.7 mile/h
Reverse - 2nd	12 km/h	7.5 mile/h
Forward - 4th	20 km/h	12.4 mile/h

Weights

Operating Weight - Nominal	9543 kg	21039 lb
Operating Weight - Maximum	11500 kg	25353 lb
Counterweights - Maximum	115 kg	254 lb
Loader, IT with Quick Coupler	185 kg	408 lb
Operating Weight - ROPS Capacity - Maximum	11500 kg	25353 lb
All-Wheel Drive	Standard	Standard
4.3 m Extendible Stick - Excluding Front Counterweight	199 kg	439 lb
4.9 m Extendible Stick - Excluding Front Counterweight	355 kg	783 lb
Operating Weight	9543 kg	21039 lb
Ride Control	15 kg	33 lb
MP Bucket (1.3 m³/1.7 yd³) - without Fold-over Forks	841 kg	1854 lb
Cab - ROPS/FOPS	Standard	Standard
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Standard Stick - Loader Bucket - No QC - MP	0 kg	0 lb
Note	Machine Configuration – Standard LRC 74.5 kW Engine; 4.3 m standard stick hoe; standard cab with A/C; AWD autoshift transmission; 1.3 m³; MP loader bucket; 610 mm standard duty hoe bucket; 440/80R28 tires; no counterweight; 80 kg operator; full fuel tank.	Machine Configuration – Standard LRC 74.5 kW Engine; 4.3 m standard stick hoe; standard cab with A/C; AWD autoshift transmission; 1.3 m³; MP loader bucket; 610 mm standard duty hoe bucket; 440/80R28 tires; no counterweight; 80 kg operator; full fuel tank.
Total Gross Weight Not to Exceed	11500 kg	25353 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Standard Stick - Loader Bucket - No QC - GP	0 kg	0 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Extendible Stick - Loader Bucket - IT Loader with QC - GP	115 kg	254 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Extendible Stick - Loader Bucket - No QC - MP	0 kg	0 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Standard Stick - Loader Bucket - IT Loader with QC - GP	115 kg	254 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Extendible Stick - Loader Bucket - No QC - GP	0 kg	0 lb
MP Bucket (1.3 m³/1.7 yd³) - with Fold-over Forks	1020 kg	2249 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Standard Stick - Loader Bucket - IT Loader with QC - MP	115 kg	254 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Extendible Stick - Loader Bucket - IT Loader with QC - MP	115 kg	254 lb
Auto-Shift Transmission	Standard	Standard
Air Conditioning	Standard	Standard

Hydraulic System

System Pressure - Loader	250 bar	3626 psi
System Pressure - Backhoe	250 bar	3626 psi
Pump Capacity @ 2,200 rpm	187 l/min	49.4 gal/min
Type	Closed Center	Closed Center
Pump Type	Variable-Flow, Axial Piston	Variable-Flow, Axial Piston

Steering

AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Rod Diameter	42 mm	1.7 in
AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Stroke	117 mm	4.6 in
AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Bore	85 mm	3.3 in
AWD Cylinder, one (1) Double-acting - Axle Oscillation	±8°	±8°
Turning Circle (28" Tires) - AWD (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Front Wheels	9.8 m	32.15 ft
Turning Circle (28" Tires) - AWD (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Widest Loader Bucket	12.59 m	41.31 ft
Type	Front Wheel	Front Wheel
Power Steering	Hydrostatic	Hydrostatic

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System - A/C	17.5 l	4.6 gal (US)
Rear Axle	16 l	4.2 gal (US)
Engine Oil - With Filter	9 l	2.4 gal (US)
Fuel Tank	160 l	42.3 gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid	19 l	5 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank	42 l	11.1 gal (US)
Rear Axle - Planetaries	1.7 l	0.4 gal (US)
Hydraulic System	95 l	25.1 gal (US)
Transmission (Powershift) - AWD	19 l	5 gal (US)
Front Axle	14 l	3.7 gal (US)
Front Axle - Planetaries	1.7 l	0.4 gal (US)

Transmission

Note	Travel speeds of backhoe loader at full throttle, when equipped with 440/80R28 rear tires and LRC 74.5 kW engine.	Travel speeds of backhoe loader at full throttle, when equipped with 440/80R28 rear tires and LRC 74.5 kW engine.

Features

Proven Cat® Engine

Powered with proven and reliable Cat® engine. There are two engine options, Tier 2 equivalent Cat 3054C engine with 74.5 kW and Tier 3 equivalent C4.4 engine with 74.5 kW. Both the options deliver superior performance with best in class fuel efficiency.

Operator Comfort and Control

Pilot Hoe Controls provide smooth and comfort to operators. These controls mounted on fully adjustable pods offer the operator finer controls whilst giving improved ergonomics.

Excavator Style Boom

The Excavator Style Boom is iconic to Cat backhoe loader (BHL). This gives the operator more dig depth and reach when working around obstacles meaning less repositioning of the machine is required.

Powerful and Efficient Hydraulics

The load sensing and closed center hydraulic system actively matches power and flow to the demand and delivers best in class fuel efficiency and better component life. Flow sharing valves provide greater control and precision to the operation.

Power Management Modes

The operator can choose between Eco Mode, or Standard Mode depending on job and site conditions. Eco mode will save the operator fuel, lowering their owning and operating costs.

Product Link™

Product Link™ comes as standard on the Cat BHL (however, depends on the local restrictions if any). Cat Product Link offers data like machine location, Service Meter Units (Hours) (SMU), etc.

Standard Equipment

Cab ROPS and FOPS

Cab, Standard

Tires/Steering/Brakes

All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Steer
100% Differential Lock
Hydraulic Boosted Brakes
Tires 24 inch

Engine/Transmission

Engine Cat 3054C 74.5 kW
Battery, 750 CCA, Standard
Hinged Radiator Pack
Forward-Neutral-Reverse (FNR) on Loader Lever
Eco Mode
Standard Mode
Transmission Neutralizer
Transmission, Six Speed Automatic

Controls

Controls, Pilot Joysticks
Pattern Selector (ISO/SAE)
Power Steering, Hydrostatic

Hydraulics

Variable Displacement Piston Pump
Side Shift Lock
Hydraulic Oil Cooler
Loader Kickout, Float
Loader Kickout, Return to Dig
Continuous Flow
Programmable Auxiliary Flow

Booms, Sticks and Linkages

Stick Standard, 4.3 m
Transport Lock, Swing
Transport Lock, Boom

Other Attachments

External Tool Box
Transport Tie Downs

Electrical

Product Link Cellular
Reversing Alarm
Stabilizer Alarm

Optional Equipment

Cab ROPS and FOPS

Cab, Deluxe

Attachments

Overview

Engine

UNITS:

Metric

Imperial

Power - Net	70 kW	95 HP

Engine - Standard Offering Tier 2 Equivalent

Torque Rise (net) - SAE J1349 Net	397 N·m	293 lbf
Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power ISO 14396	74.5 kW/101 hp	74.5 kW/101 hp
Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349	70 kW/95 hp	70 kW/95 hp
Power Rating Conditions - No De-Rating Required Up To	2286 m	7500 ft
Torque Rise (net)	31% @ 1,400 rpm	31% @ 1,400 rpm
Bore	105 mm	4.1 in
Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power SAE J1995	75 kW/102 hp	75 kW/102 hp
Engine	3054C 74.5 kW Mechanical Turbo	3054C 74.5 kW Mechanical Turbo
Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249	71 kW/96 hp	71 kW/96 hp
Stroke	127 mm	5 in
Displacement	4.4 l	269 in³
Note	Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.	Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.

Engine - Optional Offering Tier 3 Equivalent

Power Rating Conditions - No De-Rating Required Up To	2286 m	7500 ft
Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - ISO 9249	70 kW/95 hp	70 kW/95 hp
Torque Rise (net) - SAE J1349 Net	398 N·m	294 lbf
Net Power Rating at 2,200 rpm - SAE J1349	69 kW/94 hp	69 kW/94 hp
Bore	105 mm	4.1 in
Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power ISO 14396	74.5 kW/101 hp	74.5 kW/101 hp
Torque Rise (net)	32% @ 1,400 rpm	32% @ 1,400 rpm
Note	Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.	Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan, air cleaner, muffler and alternator.
Ratings at 2,200 rpm - Gross Power SAE J1995	76 kW/104 hp	76 kW/104 hp
Displacement	4.4 l	269 in³
Engine	C4.4 74.5 kW Mechanical Turbo Intercooled	C4.4 74.5 kW Mechanical Turbo Intercooled
Stroke	127 mm	5 in

Transmission - Auto-Shift Transmission (Standard)

Forward - 1st	6 km/h	3.7 mile/h
Reverse - 1st	6 km/h	3.7 mile/h
Reverse - 2nd	12 km/h	7.5 mile/h
Forward - 5th	27 km/h	16.8 mile/h
Forward - 6th	40 km/h	24.9 mile/h
Reverse - 3rd	27 km/h	16.8 mile/h
Forward - 3rd	12 km/h	7.5 mile/h
Forward - 2nd	10 km/h	6.2 mile/h
Forward - 4th	20 km/h	12.4 mile/h

Axle Ratings

Rear Axle - Static	22964 kg	50627 lb
Rear Axle - Dynamic	9186 kg	20252 lb
Front Axle - Static	22964 kg	50627 lb
Front Axle - Dynamic	9186 kg	20252 lb

Transmission - Auto-Shift Transmission with Lock-Up Torque Converter (Optional)

Forward - 2nd	10 km/h	6.2 mile/h
Forward - 5th	27 km/h	16.8 mile/h
Forward - 1st	6 km/h	3.7 mile/h
Forward - 6th	40 km/h	24.9 mile/h
Forward - 3rd	12 km/h	7.5 mile/h
Reverse - 3rd	27 km/h	16.8 mile/h
Reverse - 1st	6 km/h	3.7 mile/h
Reverse - 2nd	12 km/h	7.5 mile/h
Forward - 4th	20 km/h	12.4 mile/h

Weights

Operating Weight - Nominal	9543 kg	21039 lb
Operating Weight - Maximum	11500 kg	25353 lb
Counterweights - Maximum	115 kg	254 lb
Loader, IT with Quick Coupler	185 kg	408 lb
Operating Weight - ROPS Capacity - Maximum	11500 kg	25353 lb
All-Wheel Drive	Standard	Standard
4.3 m Extendible Stick - Excluding Front Counterweight	199 kg	439 lb
4.9 m Extendible Stick - Excluding Front Counterweight	355 kg	783 lb
Operating Weight	9543 kg	21039 lb
Ride Control	15 kg	33 lb
MP Bucket (1.3 m³/1.7 yd³) - without Fold-over Forks	841 kg	1854 lb
Cab - ROPS/FOPS	Standard	Standard
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Standard Stick - Loader Bucket - No QC - MP	0 kg	0 lb
Note	Machine Configuration – Standard LRC 74.5 kW Engine; 4.3 m standard stick hoe; standard cab with A/C; AWD autoshift transmission; 1.3 m³; MP loader bucket; 610 mm standard duty hoe bucket; 440/80R28 tires; no counterweight; 80 kg operator; full fuel tank.	Machine Configuration – Standard LRC 74.5 kW Engine; 4.3 m standard stick hoe; standard cab with A/C; AWD autoshift transmission; 1.3 m³; MP loader bucket; 610 mm standard duty hoe bucket; 440/80R28 tires; no counterweight; 80 kg operator; full fuel tank.
Total Gross Weight Not to Exceed	11500 kg	25353 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Standard Stick - Loader Bucket - No QC - GP	0 kg	0 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Extendible Stick - Loader Bucket - IT Loader with QC - GP	115 kg	254 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Extendible Stick - Loader Bucket - No QC - MP	0 kg	0 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Standard Stick - Loader Bucket - IT Loader with QC - GP	115 kg	254 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Extendible Stick - Loader Bucket - No QC - GP	0 kg	0 lb
MP Bucket (1.3 m³/1.7 yd³) - with Fold-over Forks	1020 kg	2249 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Standard Stick - Loader Bucket - IT Loader with QC - MP	115 kg	254 lb
Minimum Counterweight Recommendations - Extendible Stick - Loader Bucket - IT Loader with QC - MP	115 kg	254 lb
Auto-Shift Transmission	Standard	Standard
Air Conditioning	Standard	Standard

Hydraulic System

System Pressure - Loader	250 bar	3626 psi
System Pressure - Backhoe	250 bar	3626 psi
Pump Capacity @ 2,200 rpm	187 l/min	49.4 gal/min
Type	Closed Center	Closed Center
Pump Type	Variable-Flow, Axial Piston	Variable-Flow, Axial Piston

Steering

AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Rod Diameter	42 mm	1.7 in
AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Stroke	117 mm	4.6 in
AWD Cylinder, One (1) Double Acting - Bore	85 mm	3.3 in
AWD Cylinder, one (1) Double-acting - Axle Oscillation	±8°	±8°
Turning Circle (28" Tires) - AWD (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Front Wheels	9.8 m	32.15 ft
Turning Circle (28" Tires) - AWD (inner wheel not braked) - Outside Widest Loader Bucket	12.59 m	41.31 ft
Type	Front Wheel	Front Wheel
Power Steering	Hydrostatic	Hydrostatic

Service Refill Capacities

Cooling System - A/C	17.5 l	4.6 gal (US)
Rear Axle	16 l	4.2 gal (US)
Engine Oil - With Filter	9 l	2.4 gal (US)
Fuel Tank	160 l	42.3 gal (US)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid	19 l	5 gal (US)
Hydraulic Tank	42 l	11.1 gal (US)
Rear Axle - Planetaries	1.7 l	0.4 gal (US)
Hydraulic System	95 l	25.1 gal (US)
Transmission (Powershift) - AWD	19 l	5 gal (US)
Front Axle	14 l	3.7 gal (US)
Front Axle - Planetaries	1.7 l	0.4 gal (US)

Transmission

Note	Travel speeds of backhoe loader at full throttle, when equipped with 440/80R28 rear tires and LRC 74.5 kW engine.	Travel speeds of backhoe loader at full throttle, when equipped with 440/80R28 rear tires and LRC 74.5 kW engine.

Features

Proven Cat® Engine

Operator Comfort and Control

Pilot Hoe Controls provide smooth and comfort to operators. These controls mounted on fully adjustable pods offer the operator finer controls whilst giving improved ergonomics.

Excavator Style Boom

The Excavator Style Boom is iconic to Cat backhoe loader (BHL). This gives the operator more dig depth and reach when working around obstacles meaning less repositioning of the machine is required.

Powerful and Efficient Hydraulics

Power Management Modes

The operator can choose between Eco Mode, or Standard Mode depending on job and site conditions. Eco mode will save the operator fuel, lowering their owning and operating costs.

Product Link™

Product Link™ comes as standard on the Cat BHL (however, depends on the local restrictions if any). Cat Product Link offers data like machine location, Service Meter Units (Hours) (SMU), etc.

Cab ROPS and FOPS

Cab, Standard

Tires/Steering/Brakes

All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Steer
100% Differential Lock
Hydraulic Boosted Brakes
Tires 24 inch

Engine/Transmission

Engine Cat 3054C 74.5 kW
Battery, 750 CCA, Standard
Hinged Radiator Pack
Forward-Neutral-Reverse (FNR) on Loader Lever
Eco Mode
Standard Mode
Transmission Neutralizer
Transmission, Six Speed Automatic

Controls

Controls, Pilot Joysticks
Pattern Selector (ISO/SAE)
Power Steering, Hydrostatic

Hydraulics

Variable Displacement Piston Pump
Side Shift Lock
Hydraulic Oil Cooler
Loader Kickout, Float
Loader Kickout, Return to Dig
Continuous Flow
Programmable Auxiliary Flow