Milton CAT 450E - Manual (Page 2)

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450E Backhoe Loader
Caterpillar ® Backhoe Loaders set the industry standard for operator comfort, exceptional
performance, versatility and jobsite efficiency.
With pilot-operated joystick controls, a more
comfortable operator station, new extendible
stick design and increased performance, the
450E lets you get more done with less effort.
Additional Features
Product Link, combined function
hydraulics and work lights round out
the features. pg. 12 ✔
Work Tools
A new hydraulic thumb is part of the
wide range of Cat
® Work Tools that
are available to meet the needs of your
job site applications. All machines
are equipped with thumb mounting
brackets. pg. 11
Hydraulics
Caterpillar’s state-of-the-art closed-center
hydraulic system, variable displacement
piston pump and load-sensing hydraulics
improve implement response and speed
while still providing high forces at
any engine speed. New flow-sharing
hydraulic valves improve multi-function
performance. pg. 7 ✔
Pilot Operated Joystick Controls
Pilot operated joystick controls are
easy to use, reduce operator fatigue and
increase efficiency. Auxiliary backhoe
hydraulic functions are operated with
convenient thumb roller controls. pg. 6 ✔
Operator Station
The all-new operator station maximizes
operator comfort and productivity.
Easy to use machine controls keep
operator fatigue low and production
up throughout the workday. pg. 4 ✔