Many compartments, many fluids
A backhoe can have six or more fluid compartments. Keep the lubrication chart with the machine.
Grease is daily work
Backhoe booms have many pins; follow the daily greasing chart.
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT
Backhoe loader fluids and lubricants.
Transmission fluid, hydraulic oil, axle oil, engine oil, and grease for backhoe loaders used by contractors, utilities, and municipalities.
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Fluids by compartment.
Confirm the fluid type, grade, and specifications in the backhoe loader maker’s manual before ordering. These examples are not a fitment result for a specific machine.
Transmission
Backhoes may use a powershift or shuttle transmission with its own fluid standard.
Commercial transmission fluids
SAE 30 Powershift Transmission Fluid
SAE 30 Powershift Transmission Fluid for compatible commercial drivetrain systems.
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Hydraulic & tractor fluids
5W-30 Tractor Hydraulic/Transmission Oil
5W-30 Tractor Hydraulic/Transmission Oil for compatible hydraulic or tractor systems.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Hydraulics
Match the hydraulic fluid type and grade; some machines share fluid with the transmission.
Hydraulic & tractor fluids
ISO 46 Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oil
ISO 46 Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oil for compatible hydraulic or tractor systems.
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5W-30 Tractor Hydraulic/Transmission Oil
5W-30 Tractor Hydraulic/Transmission Oil for compatible hydraulic or tractor systems.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Axles
Front and rear axles list their own oil, sometimes with wet brakes.
Gear oil
80W-140 Long Life Gear Lube
80W-140 Long Life Gear Lube for compatible differentials and gear assemblies.
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Commercial transmission fluids
SAE 50 Powershift Transmission Fluid
SAE 50 Powershift Transmission Fluid for compatible commercial drivetrain systems.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Engine and grease
Engine oil per the engine maker; many daily grease points on the boom and loader.
Diesel oil
Signature Series 15W-40 Max-Duty Diesel Oil
15W-40 Signature Series Max-Duty synthetic diesel oil for compatible diesel engines in demanding service.
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Grease & assembly lube
NLGI #2 Synthetic Polymeric Off-Road Grease
NLGI #2 polymeric off-road grease for compatible equipment components in demanding earthmoving and agricultural service.
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Ready to order, or have a question first?
Shop AMSOIL directly with Jeff’s dealer number already attached, or open a business account. AMSOIL handles pricing, checkout, and shipping. If you contact AMSOIL another way, give them dealer number 30734402.
Prefer to talk it through? Email Jeff at [email protected] with your equipment, the fluid now in use, and your approximate volume.
Frequently asked questions
What fluid goes in a backhoe transmission?
The fluid standard listed by the maker for that transmission.
How many grease points does a backhoe have?
It varies by model; the lubrication chart lists them all.
General maintenance information. Always follow the equipment maker’s requirements and the current product data. Product availability, pricing, and account terms are set by AMSOIL.
Industries that use this equipment
More construction equipment
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Jeff Pittman · A1 Synthetic Oil · Independent AMSOIL Dealer #30734402 · Newport, Washington · [email protected]