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CASE CX210E vs Volvo EC300E

The Volvo EC300E is about 53% heavier than the CASE CX210E (33,530 vs 21,970 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Volvo EC300E has about 57% more engine power (189 kW (253 hp) vs 120 kW (161 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Case and Volvo Construction Equipment in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

CASE CX210 crawler excavator loading demolition debris (D-series pictured)
Case CASE CX210E
Volvo EC300E
Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo EC300E
Operating weight 21,970 kg (48,400 lb)33,530 kg (73,900 lb)
Engine power 120 kW (161 hp)189 kW (253 hp)
Net power (ISO 9249) 120.4 kW (161 hp) at 1,800 rpm—
Max. digging depth 6.64 m (21 ft 9 in) with 2.94 m arm; 6.11 m (20 ft 1 in) with 2.40 m arm7.34 m (24 ft 1 in), 6.2 m boom + 3.05 m arm
Max. reach at ground level 9.73 m (31 ft 11 in), 2.94 m arm—
Bucket digging force (ISO 6015) 142 kN (31,920 lbf); 154 kN (34,620 lbf) with auto power boost—
Fuel tank 410 L (108 US gal) LC; 320 L NLC—
Engine model FPT NEF6 (F4HGE613Z*V), 6 cylinders, common railVolvo D8M (latest); rated speed 1,600 rpm
Displacement 6.7 L—
Power (ISO 14396) 124.0 kW (166 hp) at 1,800 rpm—
Max. torque (ISO 9249) 644 N·m (475 lbf·ft) at 1,600 rpm—
Aftertreatment SCRoF (SCR on filter), EGR-free—
Emissions EU Stage VEU Stage V / US EPA Tier 4 Final
Main pumps 2 variable-displacement axial piston pumps—
Max. oil flow 2 × 211 L/min (2 × 55.7 US gal/min)—
Working pressure 34.3 MPa; 37.3 MPa with auto power boost (4,975 / 5,410 psi)—
Arm digging force (ISO 6015) 123 kN (2.40 m arm) / 103 kN (2.94 m arm); 133 / 112 kN with boost—
Swing speed 11.5 rpm (LC/NLC)—
Swing torque 64,000 N·m (47,200 lbf·ft)—
Travel speed (low / high) 3.4 / 5.6 km/h (2.1 / 3.5 mph)—
Drawbar pull 188 kN (42,260 lbf)—
Gradeability 70% (35°)—
Max. digging height 9.61 m (31 ft 6 in), 2.94 m arm—
Max. dumping height 6.81 m (22 ft 4 in), 2.94 m arm—
Overall length with attachment 9.47–9.55 m (31 ft 1 in–31 ft 4 in)—
Undercarriage width 2.99 m (9 ft 10 in) LC with 600 mm shoes; 2.49 m (8 ft 2 in) NLC—
Cab height 3.07 m (10 ft 1 in)—
Tail swing radius 2.83 m (9 ft 3 in)3.12 m (10 ft 3 in)
Track gauge 2.39 m (7 ft 10 in) LC; 1.99 m (6 ft 6 in) NLC—
Counterweight 3,800 kg (+500 kg optional) LC; 4,600 kg NLC5,500 kg (EU reference) / 6,200 kg (US reference)
Hydraulic tank / system 162 L / 280 L (LC)—
AdBlue tank 84 L (LC); 60 L (NLC)—
Sound in cab (ISO 6396) 68 dB(A)—
Engine power —253 hp (≈189 kW), Volvo D8M (latest version)
Max. digging reach —10.71 m (35 ft 2 in)
Breakout force (SAE J1179) —165 kN normal / 179 kN boost (37,093 / 40,241 lbf)
Bucket capacity —0.52–2.06 m³ (0.68–2.69 yd³)
Tear-out force (SAE J1179) —133 kN normal / 144 kN boost (29,900 / 32,372 lbf)
Hydraulic system —Electro-hydraulic, on-demand flow, flow priority functions
Attachment cooling —+10% attachment cooling capacity (new cooling layout)
Lifting capacity along undercarriage —11,460 kg (25,265 lb) at 6 m reach / 1.5 m height
Overall width —3.19 m (10 ft 6 in)
Display —10-inch Volvo Co-Pilot
Operator assistance —Dig Assist apps (2D, In-Field Design, 3D options), Comfort Drive Control, boom/arm bouncing reduction
Quick coupler option —Steelwrist Auto Connect, up to 300 L/min to attachments
Strengths
  • + EGR-free FPT engine with SCRoF aftertreatment and 1,000-hour oil and fuel filter intervals
  • + Large 410 L fuel tank and 84 L AdBlue tank for long shifts between refuels
  • + Quiet cab (68 dB(A)) with sliding seat and cockpit adjustments
  • + Narrow (NLC) and Long Reach versions plus the lower-cost CX210E-S
  • + Competitive pricing against the premium brands
  • + Up to 10% better fuel efficiency with the D8M engine running at 1,600 rpm
  • + 5% more power and a 700 kg heavier counterweight (+5% lifting)
  • + Dig Assist apps on a 10-inch Co-Pilot touchscreen
  • + Comfort Drive Control and bouncing reduction reduce operator fatigue
  • + Steelwrist Auto Connect coupler for fully automatic attachment changes
Watch-outs
  • − Engine and aftertreatment differ by market and production year — check the exact build
  • − Swing torque and flow slightly below the class leaders
  • − Resale generally behind Cat, Komatsu and Hitachi
  • − Dealer density varies widely by country
  • − Wide 3.19 m undercarriage — usually a permit load
  • − Several versions in the market (original E, upgraded E, new-generation EC300) — compare carefully
  • − Dealer coverage varies by region
Full CX210E reviewFull EC300E review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.