CASE CX240 LR CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

Technical Description

The Case CX240 LR is a high-performance long reach hydraulic excavator engineered for demanding excavation and material handling tasks. With a maximum operating weight of 60,568 lbs, this crawler excavator features a robust undercarriage equipped with 51 shoes per side, 9 track rollers per side, and 2 carrier rollers per side, providing excellent stability and traction. The excavator’s 31.5-inch wide shoes deliver a ground pressure of 5.8 psi, ensuring minimal ground disturbance and optimal performance on soft terrain. The machine’s long reach configuration allows for a maximum cutting height of 45 ft, a maximum digging depth of 48 ft, and a maximum reach along the ground of 60 ft, making it ideal for deep excavation and loading applications. The reference bucket capacity is 0.7 cu yd, with options ranging from 0.5 to 0.8 cu yd, enabling efficient material handling. Power is supplied by a turbocharged 6TAA-5904 engine with a displacement of 359 cu in, producing 180 hp (134 kW) gross power and 173 hp (129 kW) net power at 2,150 rpm, with maximum torque of 461 lb-ft at 1,400 rpm. The hydraulic system features a flow capacity of 56.1 gpm and a relief valve pressure of 4,975 psi, ensuring responsive and powerful operation. The excavator’s swing speed reaches 10.4 rpm, and the maximum travel speed is 3.4 mph (5 kph). The machine’s shipping length is 47.6 ft, and the shipping height is 10.2 ft, facilitating transport and site mobility.