SPECS / COMPARISON
Ford 555D vs Case 580E
A detailed comparison of the Ford 555D and the Case 580E. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Ford 555D53.7 kW (72.0 HP)
Case 580E51.5 kW (69.0 HP)
Weight
Ford 555D6450.0 kg (2WD ROPS: 13161.6 lbs (5970.0 kg) 4WD Cab: 14219.8 lbs)
Case 580E5116.0 kg (2WD: 10659.3 lbs (4835.0 kg) 4WD: 11278.8 lbs)
| Specification | Ford 555D Backhoe Loaders | Case 580E Backhoe Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 53.7 kW (72.0 HP) | 51.5 kW (69.0 HP) |
| Weight | 6450.0 kg (2WD ROPS: 13161.6 lbs (5970.0 kg) 4WD Cab: 14219.8 lbs) | 5116.0 kg (2WD: 10659.3 lbs (4835.0 kg) 4WD: 11278.8 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Power shuttle | Power shuttle |
| Length | 698.0 cm (274.8 in.) | 688.0 cm (270.9 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 117.3 LPM (31.0 GPM) | 113.6 LPM (30.0 GPM) |
| Years Made | 1993-1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Model | Ford | J.I. Case 4-390 |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 4195 cc (256.0 cu in.) | 3917 cc (239.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 11.20 cm (4.41 in.) | 10.21 cm (4.02 in.) |
| Stroke | 10.69 cm (4.21 in.) | 11.99 cm (4.72 in.) |
| Torque Power | 1200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 260.4 N·m (192.1 lb-ft) | 252.2 N·m (186.0 lb-ft) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Battery | Two 12V, CCA 800A | 12 V, CCA 700A, 42Ah |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 274.0 cm (Height with ROPS: 107.9 in.) | 264.0 cm (ROPS: 102.8 in. (261.0 cm) Cab: 103.9 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 220.0 cm (86.6 in.) | 208.0 cm (81.9 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90.8 l (24.0 gal) | 100.3 l (26.5 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 8.5 l (2.2 gal) | 10.4 l (2.7 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 6.2 l (1.6 gal) | 17.9 l (4.7 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 16.1 l (4.3 gal) | — |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 79.5 l (21.0 gal) | 89.9 l (23.7 gal) |
| Gears | 4 forward and 4 reverse | 4 forward and 4 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 31.9 km/h (Forward: 19.9 MPH (32.0 km/h) Reverse: 19.8 MPH) | 31.5 km/h (Forward: 21.8 MPH (35.1 km/h) Reverse: 19.6 MPH) |
| Brakes | Wet disc | Hydraulic disc |
| Differential Lock | Mechanical rear | — |
| Cabin Type | Four-post ROPS/FOPS or Cab | Fourd-post ROPS or Cab |
| Steering Type | Power | Power |
| Front Tires | Industrial: 11L-16 , 12.0-16.5 | Industrial: 11Lx16 , 12×16.5 |
| Rear Tires | Industrial: 16.9-28 | Industrial: 17.5Lx24 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center |
| Steering Flow | 19.3 LPM (5.1 GPM) | 26.5 LPM (7.0 GPM) |
| Working Pressure | 168.9 bar (2450.0 psi) | 137.9 bar (2000.0 psi) |
| Ground Clearance | — | 23.0 cm (9.1 in.) |
Values come from the manufacturer-sourced model files; empty cells mean the property is not published for that model. No performance ranking is applied.

