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Case 321E Specifications

The Case 321E wheel loader is powered by 195 cu.in (3.2L) Case 432T/M3 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with a rated power of 77 hp (57 kW) at 2500 rpm. The Case 321E is equipped with a two-range hydrostatic transmission, power steering system, hydraulic dry disc brakes, and 405/70R20 standard tires. The open center hydraulic system has a pump with fluid flow rate of 21.1 gpm (80 lpm). The hydraulic pressure is 3625 psi (250 bar). The wheel loader has a rated operating capacity of 4139 lbs (1877 kg) and tipping load of 8277 lbs (3755 kg). The max lift height is 136.2 inches (3460 mm) to hinge pin, and breakout force is 11240 lbs (5100 kg).

Engine Specs

Engine Model .................... Case 432T/M3
Engine Type .................... 4-Stroke direct injection turbocharged diesel
Number of Cylinders .................... 4
Displacement, cu.in (L) .................... 195 (3.20)
Cylinder Bore, in (mm) .................... 3.89 (99.0)
Piston Stroke, in (mm) .................... 4.09 (104.0)
Aspiration Type .................... Turbocharged
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) .................... 77.0 (57.0)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm .................... 2500
Maximum Torque, Nm (ft-lb) .................... 306 (226)
Torque Speed, rpm .................... 1400
High Idle Speed, rpm .................... 2650-2750
Low Idle Speed, rpm .................... 825-875
Firing Order .................... 1-3-4-2
Fuel System .................... Injection pump
Fuel Filter Type.................... In-line strainer
Governor Type .................... Mechanical
Lubricating System .................... Positive pressure
Oil Filter Type .................... Full-flow cartridge
Cooling System .................... Pressurized
Water Pump Type .................... Centrifugal
Air Cleaner Type .................... Dry element
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) .................... 26.0 (100.0)
Oil Capacity, qts (L) .................... 9.0 (8.5)
Coolant Capacity, qts (L) .................... 17.3 (16.5)
Electrical System Rating, Volts .................... 12
Charging System .................... Alternator
Alternator Rating, Amps .................... 95

Transmission

Transmission Type .................... Hydrostatic, 2-range
Number of Forward Gears .................... Infinite
Number of Reverse Gears .................... Infinite
Forward Speed (Low), mph (kph) .................... 3.8 (6.0)
Forward Speed (High), mph (kph) .................... 12.4 (20.0)
Forward Speed (HTS, Opt), mph (kph) .................... 21.7 (35.0)
Reverse Speed (Low), mph (kph) .................... 3.8 (6.0)
Reverse Speed (High), mph (kph) .................... 12.4 (20.0)
Reverse Speed (HTS, Opt), mph (kph) .................... 21.7 (35.0)

Wheels and Tires

Drive System Type .................... Four-wheel drive (4WD)
Steering Configuration .................... Articulated frame
Steering System .................... Hydrostatic power
Service Brakes Type .................... Hydraulic dry disc
Front Tire Size (Std) .................... 405/70R20
Rear Tire Size (Std) .................... 405/70R20
Front Tire Size (Opt) .................... 14.5x20
Rear Tire Size (Opt) .................... 14.5x20
Front Tire Size (Opt) .................... 405/75R20
Rear Tire Size (Opt) .................... 405/75R20

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic System Type .................... Open center
Hydraulic Pump Type .................... Gear
Pump Capacity, gpm (Lpm) .................... 21.1 (80.0)
System Pressure, psi (Bar) .................... 3625 (250)
Hydraulic Reservoir Capacity, gal (L) .................... 10.5 (40.0)
Hydraulic System Capacity, gal (L) .................... 19.5 (74.0)

Loader Performance

Rated Operating Capacity (Straight), lbs (kg) .................... 4870 (2210)
Rated Operating Capacity (Full Turn), lbs (kg) .................... 4139 (1877)
Tipping Load (Straight), lbs (kg) .................... 9740 (4420)
Tipping Load (Full Turn), lbs (kg) .................... 8277 (3755)
Lift Capacity, lbs (kg) .................... 7100 (3220)
Breakout Force, lbs (kg) .................... 11240 (5100)

Dimensions and Weight

Maximum Operating Height .................... 178.7 (4540)
Maximum Lift Height To Hinge Pin, in (mm) .................... 136.2 (3460)
Height To Top Of Cab, in (mm) .................... 110.5 (2805)
Length With Bucket On Ground, in (mm) .................... 226.6 (5755)
Width (Tread Center), in (mm) .................... 61.8 (1570)
Width (Over Tires), in (mm) .................... 79.6 (1980)
Wheel Base, in (mm) .................... 92.5 (2350)
Ground Clearance, in (mm) .................... 13 (330)
Departure Angle, deg .................... 35
Articulation Angle, deg .................... 41
Bucket Width, in (mm) .................... 82 (2080)
Bucket Capacity, cu.ft (m3) .................... 38.8 (1.10)
Digging Depth, in (mm) .................... 3.5 (88)
Rollback Angle At Ground, deg .................... 47
Rollback Angle At Full Height, deg .................... 54
Dump Angle At Full Height, deg .................... 45
Clearance With Bucket Dumped, in (mm) .................... 103.8 (2635)
Reach At Full Height, in (mm) .................... 34.9 (890)
Turning Radius (w/Bucket), in (mm) .................... 163.5 (4155)
Operating Weight, lbs (kg) .................... 13000 (5900)

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