SPECS / COMPARISON
Case 590 Super M vs Caterpillar 420F IT
A detailed comparison of the Case 590 Super M and the Caterpillar 420F IT. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Case 590 Super M73.8 kW (99 HP)
Caterpillar 420F IT76.1 kW (102 HP)
Weight
Case 590 Super M6926.3 kg (15270 lbs)
Caterpillar 420F IT6985.3 kg (15400 lbs)
Operating Weight
Case 590 Super M6926.3 kg (15270 lbs)
Caterpillar 420F IT6985.3 kg (15400 lbs)
| Specification | Case 590 Super M Backhoe Loaders | Caterpillar 420F IT Backhoe Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 73.8 kW (99 HP) | 76.1 kW (102 HP) |
| Weight | 6926.3 kg (15270 lbs) | 6985.3 kg (15400 lbs) |
| Transmission | Synchromesh | — |
| Pump Capacity | 160.9 LPM (42.5 GPM) | 163.2 LPM (43.1 GPM) |
| Lift Capacity | 3324.8 kg (7330 lbs) | 3284.0 kg (7240 lbs) |
| Engine Manufacturer | CNH | Caterpillar |
| Engine Model | Family III 445T/M2, Tier II certified | C4.4 ACERT |
| Gross Power | 73.8 kW (99 HP) | 76.1 kW (102 HP) |
| Net Power | 73.1 kW (98 HP) | 76.1 kW (102 HP) |
| No Of Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Displacement | 4457.3 cc (272 cu in) | 4401.6 cc (268.6 cu in) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | — |
| Power Measured | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Torque Measured | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Max Torque (Net ) | 131.5 kg (290 lbs) | 145.1 kg (320 lbs) |
| Torque Rise (Net ) | 0.24 | 0.46 |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V | — |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 90 A | — |
| Fuel Capacity | 159.0 l (42 gal) | 166.6 l (44 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 13.6 l (3.6 gal) | 8.7 l (2.3 gal) |
| Cooling Capacity | 18.2 l (4.8 gal) | 22.3 l (5.9 gal) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | 129.8 l (34.3 gal) | 95.0 l (25.1 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 20.8 l (5.5 gal) | 18.5 l (4.9 gal) |
| Front Axle Oil Capacity | 6.8 l (1.8 gal) | 11.4 l (3 gal) |
| Rear Axle Oil Capacity | 14.4 l (3.8 gal) | 16.7 l (4.4 gal) |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed synchromesh with hydraulically actuated clutches | — |
| No Of Forward Gears | 4 | — |
| No Of Reverse Gears | 4 | — |
| Max Speed (Forward) | 41.0 km/h (25.5 mph) | — |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | 49.6 km/h (30.8 mph) | — |
| Pump Type | Gear pump | Variable Flow, Axial Piston |
| Pump Flow Capacity | 160.9 LPM (42.5 GPM) | 163.2 LPM (43.1 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 210.3 bar (3050 psi) | — |
| Dig Depth | 487.7 cm (192 in) | 426.7 cm (168 in) |
| Dig Depth (Extended) | 609.6 cm (240 in) | 548.6 cm (216 in) |
| Bucket Dig Force | 6676.9 kg (14720 lbs) | — |
| Bucket Dig Force (E-Stick Extended) | 6676.9 kg (14720 lbs) | — |
| Loading Height | 335.3 cm (132 in) | — |
| Loading Height (Extended) | 426.7 cm (168 in) | — |
| Reach At Load Height | 304.8 cm (120 in) | — |
| Reach At Load Height (Extended) | 396.2 cm (156 in) | — |
| Reach At Max Dump Height | 61.0 cm (24 in) | 91.4 cm (36 in) |
| Dump Height | 274.3 cm (108 in) | — |
| Reach From Swivel (Extended) | 731.5 cm (288 in) | — |
| Lift Capacity At Full Height | 3324.8 kg (7330 lbs) | 3284.0 kg (7240 lbs) |
| Load At Max Lift Capacity | 1301.8 kg (2870 lbs) | — |
| Load At Max Lift Capacity (Extended) | 880.0 kg (1940 lbs) | — |
| Operating Weight | 6926.3 kg (15270 lbs) | 6985.3 kg (15400 lbs) |
| Bucket Capacity | 0.8 m³ (1.11 cu yds) | 1.0 m³ (1.26 cu yds) |
| Bucket Width | 236.2 cm (93 in) | 226.3 cm (89.1 in) |
| Bucket Breakout Force | 4867.0 kg (10730 lbs) | 5080.2 kg (11200 lbs) |
| Reach From Swivel | 609.6 cm (240 in) | — |
| Height To Top Of Cab | 274.3 cm (108 in) | 274.3 cm (108 in) |
| Overall Height | 426.7 cm (168 in) | 274.3 cm (108 in) |
| Overall Length | 731.5 cm (288 in) | 731.5 cm (288 in) |
| Overall Width | 243.8 cm (96 in) | 243.8 cm (96 in) |
| Wheelbase | 213.4 cm (84 in) | 213.4 cm (84 in) |
| Turning Radius | 365.8 cm (144 in) | — |
| Ground Clearance | 30.5 cm (12 in) | — |
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