A backhoe loader, or simply “backhoe,” is a heavy equipment vehicle that is often used in urban engineering and construction. It is commonly used for: Excavation, Demolition, Paving roads, Landscaping, Breaking Asphalt and Other construction uses.
Because of their relatively small size, backhoes are especially useful in construction and repair projects where the area may be too small for larger equipment. Many companies have found improved productivity and lower heavy equipment operating costs when using backhoes leading to their popularity in the construction industry.

Backhoes were based on tractors and so they have a tractor-like vehicle compartment; however, they are unique in assembly because of the loader bucket Don the front and the rear actor attached to the back of the machine. The rear actor consists of a digging bucket on an articulated arm. The portion of the arm near the cab is the boom, and the portion that is attached to the bucket is the stick.

Manufacturers & Models

When comparing manufacturers and models, the strength lies in its attachments and capabilities—how deep they dig, how wide the buckets are, the operating weight, and the emission rating.