Loaders toil in messy soil

July 1, 2006
Case Construction Equipment expands its line of compact track loaders with the addition of the 420CT and the 440CT, rated at 56 and 82 net

Case Construction Equipment expands its line of compact track loaders with the addition of the 420CT (pictured) and the 440CT, rated at 56 and 82 net hp, respectively. The dozer-style undercarriages on the compact track loaders are designed with customer input and are built for minimum exposure to material and moisture. An angled track frame and material scrapers decrease mud and material buildup. Steel-embedded tracks roll on rubber instead of steel for a longer-lasting track and a smoother ride. The Rexroth drive motor uses an oversized bearing in line with the drive sprocket to make it easier to keep material out, while increasing component life.

“Case compact track loaders require less maintenance and are easier to maintain compared to suspension track systems because we use a rigid track frame with no moving parts,” says Jim Hughes, Case brand marketing manager.

The 400 Series of loaders are built for great flotation and low ground pressure, which not only allows contractors to get back on the jobsite quickly after a rain, but also reduces surface damage and soil compaction. Hughes says the loaders are the machine of choice for slope work, as well as loose, sandy or wet soil conditions.

“Owners find they can be more productive because they can take on more projects and finish them quicker,” he says.

Verified by Jim Hughes, Case brand marketing manager.

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VITAL STATS

Oil change interval: 500 hours
Attachments: More than 75
420CT engine: Turbocharged 2.2 liter, 56 net hp
440CT engine: Turbocharged 4.5 liter, 82 net hp