John Deere BH160

Frontier Implements

Backhoes

Starting at

Key Features

Easy to Get On and Off
Smooth Operation and Precise Control
Install and Remove in Minutes
Digging Depth of Approximately 6.0 ft (1.8 m)

Features

<div class="accordion-wrap"><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">BH160 Backhoe Performance</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><p>The BH160 Backhoe is engineered to offer best‑in‑class performance at a competitive price, validated through benchmarking against similar models. It features a durable subframe, tool‑free installation, mid‑mower compatibility, multiple bucket options, and protective control boots. Optional accessories—including stabilizer pads and mechanical or hydraulic thumbs—enhance versatility for various heavy‑lifting and trenching tasks.</p><img src="https://johndeere.widen.net/content/vcplolxasp/png/r4g032142.png" alt="Backhoe in woods" loading="lazy"></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Backhoe Operator Comfort</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><p>The BH160 and BH270 Backhoes are built to maximize operator comfort throughout long workdays. A stable 3‑point stance, accessible grab handles, and a large boarding step make mounting and dismounting easier, while a high‑back seat and convenient access to stabilizers and locks enhance ease of use. Non‑slip grips on the operator platform further support safe, comfortable operation.</p><img src="https://johndeere.widen.net/content/ihvxw4lgym/png/r4x004003_rrd.png" alt="Backhoe in the woods with operator" loading="lazy"></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Backhoe Buckets</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><p>Buckets are available in a variety of sizes to fit the job for greater productivity. The Backhoe can be ordered with 20.3-cm (8-in.), 30.5-cm (12-in.), and 40.6-cm (16-in.) buckets. Replaceable bucket teeth are available.</p><img src="https://johndeere.widen.net/content/f4focgjugx/png/r4x004004_rrd.png" alt="Backhoe bucket studio view" loading="lazy"></div></div></div></div></div>

Specifications

<div class="compare-table-wrap" data-base-model-id="main-525625"><div class="compare-top"><div class="compare-top-left"><div class="compare-top-title">Specs & Compare</div><div class="compare-top-subtitle">Select up to 4 models to compare specifications</div></div><div class="compare-top-models"><div class="cm-card" data-model-id="main-525625"><div class="cm-brand">John Deere</div><div class="cm-number">BH160</div><div class="cm-name">Backhoe</div></div><div class="cm-card h" data-model-id="rm-5716"><div class="cm-brand">John Deere</div><div class="cm-number">270B (Model year 2025)</div><button type="button" class="compare-remove compare-remove-card" data-model-id="rm-5716" aria-label="Remove model">×</button></div><div class="cm-card h" data-model-id="rm-5717"><div class="cm-brand">John Deere</div><div class="cm-number">370B (Model year 2025)</div><button type="button" class="compare-remove compare-remove-card" data-model-id="rm-5717" aria-label="Remove model">×</button></div><div class="cm-card h" data-model-id="rm-5718"><div class="cm-brand">John Deere</div><div class="cm-number">375A (Model year 2025)</div><button type="button" class="compare-remove compare-remove-card" data-model-id="rm-5718" aria-label="Remove model">×</button></div><div class="cm-card h" data-model-id="rm-5719"><div class="cm-brand">John Deere</div><div class="cm-number">385A (Model year 2025)</div><button type="button" class="compare-remove compare-remove-card" data-model-id="rm-5719" aria-label="Remove model">×</button></div><div class="cm-card h" data-model-id="rm-5720"><div class="cm-brand">John Deere</div><div class="cm-number">485 (Model year 2025)</div><button type="button" class="compare-remove compare-remove-card" data-model-id="rm-5720" aria-label="Remove model">×</button></div><div class="cm-card h" data-model-id="rm-5721"><div class="cm-brand">John Deere</div><div class="cm-number">485A (Model year 2025)</div><button type="button" class="compare-remove compare-remove-card" data-model-id="rm-5721" aria-label="Remove model">×</button></div><div class="cm-card h" data-model-id="rm-5722"><div class="cm-brand">John Deere</div><div class="cm-number">595 (Model year 2025)</div><button type="button" class="compare-remove compare-remove-card" data-model-id="rm-5722" aria-label="Remove model">×</button></div><div class="compare-add-card"><div class="compare-add-label">ADD MODEL</div><select class="compare-select" data-max="4"><option value="">--Please Select--</option><option value="5716">John Deere - 270B (Model year 2025)</option><option value="5717">John Deere - 370B (Model year 2025)</option><option value="5718">John Deere - 375A (Model year 2025)</option><option value="5719">John Deere - 385A (Model year 2025)</option><option value="5720">John Deere - 485 (Model year 2025)</option><option value="5721">John Deere - 485A (Model year 2025)</option><option value="5722">John Deere - 595 (Model year 2025)</option></select></div></div></div><table class="compare-table"><colgroup><col class="compare-col-spec"><col class="compare-col-spec"><col class="compare-col-spec"><col class="compare-col-spec"><col class="compare-col-spec"></colgroup><thead><tr class="compare-meta-row"><th></th><th data-model-id="main-525625"></th><th data-model-id="rm-5716"></th><th data-model-id="rm-5717"></th><th data-model-id="rm-5718"></th><th data-model-id="rm-5719"></th><th data-model-id="rm-5720"></th><th data-model-id="rm-5721"></th><th data-model-id="rm-5722"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr class="compare-group-row"><td class="compare-group-cell" colspan="9"><h3 class="cg-cell-h3">Backhoe</h3></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Angle of Departure</td><td class="cc cc-model">20 degree (angle)</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Boom Lift Capacity</td><td class="cc cc-model">285 lb.</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Boom Lift Capacity</td><td class="cc cc-model">129 kg</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Bucket Rotation</td><td class="cc cc-model">180 degree (angle)</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">SAE Bucket Digging Force</td><td class="cc cc-model">2036 lbf</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">SAE Bucket Digging Force</td><td class="cc cc-model">9056 N</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">SAE Dipperstick Digging Force</td><td class="cc cc-model">1187 lbf</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">SAE Dipperstick Digging Force</td><td class="cc cc-model">5280 N</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Swing Arc</td><td class="cc cc-model">150 degree (angle)</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr class="compare-group-row"><td class="compare-group-cell" colspan="9"><h3 class="cg-cell-h3">Bucket</h3></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Bucket Widths</td><td class="cc cc-model">8 in.</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Bucket Widths</td><td class="cc cc-model">20 cm</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Heaped Capacity</td><td class="cc cc-model">0.2 m (8 in.) - 0.013 m3 (0.46 cu ft); 0.3 m (12 in.) - 0.022 m3 (0.76 cu ft); 0.4 m (16 in.) - 0.03 m3 (1.06 cu ft)</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">SAE Struck Capacity</td><td class="cc cc-model">0.2 m (8 in.) - 0.011 m3 (0.42 cu ft); 0.3 m (12 in.) - 0.019 m3 (0.66 cu ft); 0.4 m (16 in.) - 0.025 m3 (0.9 cu ft)</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Shipping Weight</td><td class="cc cc-model">0.2 m (8 in.) - 17 kg (38 lb); 0.3 m (12 in.) - 22 kg (49 lb); 0.4 m (16 in.) - 25 kg (55 lb)</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr class="compare-group-row"><td class="compare-group-cell" colspan="9"><h3 class="cg-cell-h3">Dimensions</h3></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Digging Depth</td><td class="cc cc-model">6 ft</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Digging Depth</td><td class="cc cc-model">1.9 m</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Loading Height (Bucket at 60 Degrees)</td><td class="cc cc-model">5 ft</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Loading Height (Bucket at 60 Degrees)</td><td class="cc cc-model">1.5 m</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Loading Reach (Bucket at 60 Degrees)</td><td class="cc cc-model">2 ft</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Loading Reach (Bucket at 60 Degrees)</td><td class="cc cc-model">0.8 m</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Reach From Center Line of Swing Pivot</td><td class="cc cc-model">8 ft</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Reach From Center Line of Swing Pivot</td><td class="cc cc-model">2.6 m</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Stabilizer Spread Width - Down</td><td class="cc cc-model">6 ft</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Stabilizer Spread Width - Down</td><td class="cc cc-model">1.9 m</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Stabilizer Spread Width - Up</td><td class="cc cc-model">4 ft</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Stabilizer Spread Width - Up</td><td class="cc cc-model">1.5 m</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Stabilizer Type</td><td class="cc cc-model">Hydraulic</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Transport Height</td><td class="cc cc-model">6 ft</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Transport Height</td><td class="cc cc-model">1.7 m</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Transport Overhang</td><td class="cc cc-model">3 ft</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Transport Overhang</td><td class="cc cc-model">0.9 m</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Undercut</td><td class="cc cc-model">5 in.</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Undercut</td><td class="cc cc-model">40 cm</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr class="compare-group-row"><td class="compare-group-cell" colspan="9"><h3 class="cg-cell-h3">Weight</h3></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Weight With 0.4-m (16-in.) Bucket</td><td class="cc cc-model">682 lb.</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Weight With 0.4-m (16-in.) Bucket Including Subframe</td><td class="cc cc-model">736 lb.</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Weight With 0.4-m (16-in.) Bucket Including Subframe</td><td class="cc cc-model">334 kg</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr><tr><td class="cc cc-spec">Weight With 0.4-m (16-in.) Bucket</td><td class="cc cc-model">309 kg</td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td><td class="cc cc-model h"></td></tr></tbody></table></div>

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