Caterpillar 9R-0162 Sleeve Bushing

Caterpillar 9R-0162 Sleeve Bearing (Bushing) is a precision-fit wear part for the bucket linkage on Cat backhoe loaders, identified by the part number 9R-0162 and documented as compatible with models including 438, 434, 436, 430, 432, 420XE, and 444F2. Caterpillar catalogs list this sleeve bearing for bucket/hoe applications across a broad range of machines, underscoring its role as a dedicated bushing for pivot points in the bucket linkage. The part features a Sleeve Outside Diameter (in) of 2.484 inches, providing the exact fit required for proper clearance and rotation within its housing. This bushing is cataloged on Caterpillar’s official parts pages and widely referenced in distributor literature for backhoe-loader applications, aligning with the equipment models documented in Caterpillar catalogs.