SAE J31

Hydraulic Backhoe Lift Capacity

Month of publication: 1986-03-01

Developed by committee: Mtc C5, Excavators

Annotation and contents

Source of this annotation and contents: SAE.

This standard applies to hydraulically operated backhoes (see SAE J49). This standard describes a uniform "over end" and "full swing arc" lifting capacity rating for backhoes. It is based on the actual capacity of the machine to lift and support a load under stable conditions. Rated lift capacities will be specified for both the boom and the dipperstick and will be shown on a lift capacity chart (see Fig. 1).