SPECS / COMPARISON
Caterpillar 232D vs Case 420
A detailed comparison of the Caterpillar 232D and the Case 420. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Caterpillar 232D50.1 kW (67.1 HP)
Case 42055.2 kW (74.0 HP)
Operating Weight
Caterpillar 232D2812.3 kg (6200 lbs)
Case 4202993.7 kg (6600 lbs)
| Specification | Caterpillar 232D Skid Steers | Case 420 Skid Steers |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Vertical |
| Years Made | 2016-2022 | 2005-2007 |
| Horsepower | 50.1 kW (67.1 HP) | 55.2 kW (74.0 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 589.7 kg (1300 lbs) | 571.5 kg (1260 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 839.1 kg (1850 lbs) | 839.1 kg (1850 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 2812.3 kg (6200 lbs) | 2993.7 kg (6600 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 1678.3 kg (3700 lbs) | 1678.3 kg (3700 lbs) |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 1814.4 kg (4000 lbs) | 2494.8 kg (5500 lbs) |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 12.3 km (7.6 mph) | 11.6 km (7.2 mph) |
| Optional High Speed | 17.8 km (11.1 mph) | 18.7 km (11.6 mph) |
| Pump Capacity | 68.1 LPM (18.0 GPM) | 90.1 LPM (23.8 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 229.9 Bar (3335 psi) | 210.3 Bar (3050 psi) |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 45.0 L (11.9 gal) | 50.0 L (13.2 gal) |
| Engine Manufacturer | Cat | Case |
| Engine Model | C2.2 CRDI | 432 T/M3 |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Torque Speed | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | Indirect injection | Direct injection |
| Emissions | Tier 4 | Tier 4 |
| Compression Ratio | 23.3:1 | — |
| Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Gross Power | 50.1 kW (67.1 HP) | 61.1 kW (82.0 HP) |
| Displacement | 2212 cc (135 cu in.) | 3195 cc (195 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.4 cm (3.3 in.) | 9.9 cm (3.9 in.) |
| Stroke | 10.0 cm (3.9 in.) | 10.4 cm (4.1 in.) |
| Peak Torque | 208 N∙m (153 ft-lb) | 310.5 N∙m (229 ft-lb) |
| Coolant Capacity | 12.0 L (3.2 gal) | 11.4 L (3.0 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 10.0 L (2.6 gal) | 8.5 L (2.2 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57.2 L (15.1 gal) | 83.3 L (22 gal) |
| Cab Height | 202.9 cm (79.9 in.) | 200.0 cm (78.9 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 300.1 cm (118.1 in.) | 306.6 cm (120.7 in.) |
| Width | 149.7 cm (58.9 in.) | 161.0 cm (63.4 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 323.3 cm (127.3 in.) | 324.9 cm (127.9 in.) |
| Dump Height | 225.4 cm (88.7 in.) | 244.1 cm (96.1 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 65.3 cm (25.7 in.) | 58.2 cm (22.9 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 17.0 cm (6.7 in.) | 20.8 cm (8.2 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 48 ° | 39 ° |
| Rollback Angle | 34 ° | 29 ° |
| Departure Angle | 26 ° | 26 ° |
| Front Tire | 10×16.5 | 10×16.5 |
| Rear Tire | 10×16.5 | 10×16.5 |
| Lift Breakout Force | — | 1905.1 kg (4200 lbs) |
| Optional Pump Capacity | — | 125.7 LPM (33.2 GPM) |
| Raise Lift Arms | — | 3.6 seconds |
| Lower Lift Arms | — | 2.6 seconds |
| Bucket Rollback | — | 1.6 seconds |
| Bucket Dump | — | 1.3 seconds |
| Rated Speed | — | 2500 RPM |
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