270BBackhoe
- 3-point Hitch Quick-attach Mounting System
- Large, easy-access step and hand brace
- Upgraded valve provides smooth hydraulics for precise control
- Available field-install thumb option
Features
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Old picture: Wide-stance stabilizers
Rubber stabilizer pads
Operator comfort
The operator station on the 270B Backhoe has been designed for improved operator comfort.
- A strong 3-point stance can be maintained when mounting and dismounting the backhoe using the rollover protective structure (ROPS) grab handle, the console grab handle, and the large boarding step mounted to the stabilizer arm.
- Boom and swing locks are accessible from the operator’s seat and have a built-in storage location when the backhoe is in use
- High-back seat provides more operator comfort during longer work hours
- Operator platform with non-slip grips are provided
Convenient and easy operation
There are several features that make the 270B Backhoe convenient and easy to operate.
- Seat pivots up when not in use to prevent damage during transport. This feature also keeps debris from collecting on the seat.
- Low-profile console allows an unobstructed view of the working area
- Two-lever control is used for boom lift, swing, dipper stick, and bucket
- Streamlined control valve and console provides better visibility to the digging area
- User-friendly, two-lever control is used for boom lift, swing dipper stick, and bucket
- Cushioned boom cylinder provides smooth operation and prevents abrupt contact with the backhoe frame when raising the boom.
Improved attachability
The 270B Backhoe offers improved attachability, and is compatible with mid-mount mower decks, loader, and front 3-point hitch. The rear 3-point hitch draft arms also remain on the tractor and is also used to install the 270B backhoe. Due to a clear instructional decal and improved tolerance, attaching the 270B Backhoe has never been easier.
Backhoe installation and removal
The backhoe's mainframe fits into rear mounting brackets installed on the tractor. This provides the following important features:
- Vertical or side-to-side movement is virtually eliminated, providing more stability. The design of the mainframe also positions the entire backhoe close to the tractor. Operators are also able to benefit from the total weight transfer between the backhoe stabilizers and loader bucket.
- The tractor chassis is protected because the mainframe integrates the tractor and backhoe combination together as one.
- Once the mounting frame is installed, attaching and detaching is quick and easy.
Installation
- Remove the top center-link from the tractor
- Install the backhoe crossbar into the 3-point hitch draft arms using retainer pins provided. Be sure the draft arms are level side to side.
- Lower the 3-point hitch to the lowest position and slowly back the tractor into the backhoe, engaging the lift rods into the slots on the mainframe.
- Fully raise the 3-point hitch.
- Turn off the tractor and engage the parking brake.
- Secure the backhoe to the tractor using the locking pin on the backhoe.
- Lower the 3-point hitch to the lowest position.
- Remove the power beyond hose loop and connect the power beyond hoses on the backhoe.
NOTE: Review the operator’s manual for detailed procedures. Detailed instructions are also located on the rear of the control panel.
Removal
- Select a firm, level site to remove the backhoe and engage the tractor park brake.
- Lock boom swing using the swing locking pin.
- Lower stabilizers until horizontal.
- Lower boom and install the boom locking pin in the park position.
- Position the dipper so that it is perpendicular to the ground and position bucket with the teeth parallel with the ground.
- Turn off the tractor.
- Disconnect the power beyond from the backhoe and install the power beyond hose loop.
- Turn on the tractor and raise the 3-point hitch to the highest position and remove the backhoe locking pins.
- Turn on the tractor and lower the 3-point hitch. Be sure the crossbar is released from the slots in the mainframe.
- Release the park brake and slowly drive the tractor forward until the crossbar clears the backhoe.
- Turn off tractor and engage the parking brake. Remove the crossbar from the lower draft links and install the 3-point hitch center-link.
NOTE: Review the operator’s manual for detailed procedures. Detailed instructions are also located on the rear of the control panel.
Serviceability
- Replaceable bushings are available for the swing, dipper, boom, and bucket pivots.
- Replaceable bucket teeth
Old picture: Wide-stance stabilizers
Optional rubber street pads
Rubber stabilizer pads
Rubber stabilizer pads are available as an attachment. The pads are popular when operating the backhoe on hard surfaces.
- Rubber stabilizer pads keep scratching and damage to ground surfaces minimal
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Key Specs
| Digging depth | 2.13 m/min 7 ft, 0 in. |
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| SAE dipperstick digging force | 6681 N 1502 lb |
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| SAE bucket digging force | 11,005 N 2474 lb |
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| Swing arc | 150 degree (angle) | |||
| Boom lift capacity | 116 kg 256 lb |
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| Transport height | 1.92 m 6 ft, 3 in. |
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| Stabilizers spread width, up | 1.47 m 4 ft, 10 in. |
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| Stabilizers spread width, down | 1.92 m 6 ft, 7 in. |
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| Bucket widths | 203.2 mm (8 in.) 304.8 mm (12 in.) 406.4 mm (16 in.) |
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| Total weight |
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| Swing arc | 150 degree (angle) | |||
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| Bucket rotation | 180 degree (angle) | |||
| Boom lift capacity | 116 kg 256 lb |
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| SAE dipperstick digging force | 6681 N 1502 lb |
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| SAE bucket digging force | 11,005 N 2474 lb |
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| Hydraulic relief setting | ||||
| Bucket control main relief valve pressure | 2370 psi |
Dimensions
| Digging depth | 2.13 m 7 ft, 0 in. |
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| Loading height (bucket at 60 degrees) | 1.74 m 6 ft, 1 in. |
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| Reach from center line of swing pivot | 3 m 9 ft, 9 in. |
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| Transport height | 1.92 m 6 ft, 3 in. |
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| Loading reach (bucket at 60 degrees) | 1.13 m 3 ft, 7 in. |
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| Transport overhang | 1.1 m 3 ft, 6 in. |
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| Undercut | 43 cm 17 in. |
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| Stabilizer type | Stabilizers spread width, up 1.47 m 4 ft, 10 in. Stabilizers spread width, down 1.92 m 6 ft, 7 in. |
Weight
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| With RSA side plate kit and 20-in. bucket | ||||
| With frame adapter and 24-in. bucket | ||||
| With medium frame adapter and 24-in. bucket | ||||
| With large frame adapter and 24-in. bucket | ||||
| With 0.4-m (16-in.) bucket | 350 kg 773 lb |
Bucket
| Bucket widths | SAE struck capacity 203.2 mm (8 in.) - 0.42 cu ft 304.8 mm (12 in.) - 0.66 cu ft 406.4 mm (16 in.) - 0.90 cu ft Heaped capacity 203.2 mm (8 in.) - 0.46 cu ft 304.8 mm (12 in.) - 0.76 cu ft 406.4 mm (16 in.) - 1.06 cu ft Shipping weight 203.2 mm (8 in.) - 40 lb (88.18 kg) 304.8 mm (12 in.) - 50 lb (110.23 kg) 406.4 mm (16 in.) - 60 lb (132.27 kg) 203.2 mm (8 in.) 304.8 mm (12 in.) 406.4 mm (16 in.) |
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