Target Audience:
Heavy construction and earthmoving contractors, equipment rental fleets, and owner-operators requiring a large (45-tonne class) crawler excavator for heavy digging and mass excavation applications.
Advantage:
Combines Case's reputation for robust construction and reliable hydraulics with a fuel-efficient Tier 3 engine and a comfortable, well-designed operator cab, offering solid performance and lower operating costs in its class.
Engine:
Tier 3 compliant diesel engine with high torque and low emissions.
Hydraulic System:
Advanced load-sensing hydraulics for precise control and efficient power use.
Cab:
Spacious, low-noise cab with excellent visibility and ergonomic controls.
Engine:
Complete engine disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly procedures.
Hydraulic System:
Hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, swing and travel motors, with hydraulic schematics.
Electrical System:
Complete wiring diagrams, component locations, and diagnostic procedures.
Power Train:
Final drives, track adjusters, sprockets, idlers, and track chains.
Undercarriage:
Track frame, rollers, and related components.
Cab and Controls:
Operator cab, air conditioning, instrumentation, and electronic control systems.
Attachment:
Boom, arm, bucket linkage, and quick coupler (if equipped).
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance services and lubrication procedures.
Repair:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for disassembly, repair, and reassembly.
Diagnostics:
Fault codes and troubleshooting guides for engine and hydraulic systems.
Specifications:
Tightening torques, clearances, and wear limits.
Service Level:
Designed for professional technicians and well-equipped DIY enthusiasts, covering major component overhaul.
Parts Manual Inclusion:
Includes parts breakdowns and part numbers for easy ordering.
Compatibility:
Windows, Mac, Linux, tablets, and smartphones with any PDF reader.
Requirements:
Adobe Acrobat Reader or similar.
Searchability:
Searchable text for easy location of procedures and keywords.
Resolution:
High-resolution scans for clear details (300 dpi).
Binding Type:
Digital binding (no physical binding)
Paper Type:
Digital paper (for printing)
Engine Make/Model:
Cummins QSC8.3 (or equivalent Case engine)
Type:
6-cylinder, 4-stroke, turbocharged diesel
Displacement:
8.3 L (8300 cc)
Emissions:
Tier 3 compliant
Power (Gross):
246 kW (330 hp) @ 1,800 rpm
Torque:
Approximately 1,500 Nm (1,106 lbf·ft)
Injection:
Direct injection high-pressure common rail
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 650 L (172 US gal)
Speeds:
Two-speed travel, infinitely variable
Options:
N/A - not offered; all models use the same hydrostatic system
Travel Drive:
Proportional control with counter-rotation
Auto Shift:
Automatic shift between high and low speed to optimize efficiency
Overall Length:
11,500 mm (452.8 in) with standard boom and arm
Wheelbase:
N/A - track excavator, track gauge 2,590 mm (101.9 in)
Operating Weight:
Approximately 45,300 kg (99,900 lb)
Shipping Weight:
Approximately 38,000 kg (83,776 lb)
Crash Test:
N/A - construction equipment not rated by crash test agencies
Operator Presence System:
Engine shuts off if operator leaves seat with controls engaged
Rearview Camera:
Optional rearview camera enhances visibility
Horn:
Electric horn and travel alarm
ROPS/FOPS Cab:
Rollover and falling object protective structures as required
Seat Belt:
Retractable seat belt
Emergency Exit:
Second emergency exit window
Engine Oil:
Every 500 hours (or annually)
Hydraulic Oil:
First 500 hours then every 2,000 hours
Final Drives:
Every 1,000 hours
Grease Points:
Daily or every 10 hours
Engine Oil:
SAE 15W-40, CI-4 or higher
Hydraulic Oil:
Case HY-TRAN Ultra or equivalent
Coolant:
Long-life coolant (OAT)
Common Wear:
Track components (rollers, pins) wear out from high-impact applications
Common Failure:
Hydraulic hose chafing near boom pivot
Important Check:
Check and replace boom cylinder seals as needed
Manufacturer:
Case Construction Equipment (backed by CNH Industrial)
Legacy:
Case has built heavy equipment since 1842, known for durable and reliable machines.
Series:
CX lineup replaced the 9000 series, with the CX460 being a flagship over-45-tonne model.
Successor:
Succeeded by the CX490D in later years.
Plant:
Most likely manufactured in Case's plant in Brazil.
