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CASE CX210E vs Volvo EC480E

The Volvo EC480E is about 125% heavier than the CASE CX210E (49,400 vs 21,970 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Volvo EC480E has about 133% more engine power (280 kW (375 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 machine similar to the Volvo EC480E (related model may be pictured)
Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo EC480E
Operating weight 21,970 kg (48,400 lb)49,400 kg (108,900 lb)
Engine power 120 kW (161 hp)280 kW (375 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 arm≈7.82 m (25 ft 8 in)
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≈680 L (179.7 US gal)
Engine model FPT NEF6 (F4HGE613Z*V), 6 cylinders, common rail—
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 VUS EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage IV–V
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)—
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 NLC—
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 —≈277–283 kW (371–380 hp), by market and model year
Breakout force —≈230 kN (51,615 lbf)
Engine —Volvo D13J, 13 L, six cylinders
Hydraulic tank —≈270 L (71.4 US gal)
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
  • + Strong 13-litre engine and heavy structure for quarry work
  • + Comfortable, quiet cab for long shifts
  • + Good fuel efficiency for its size
  • + Plenty of used machines available
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
  • − Replaced by the EC500 for new sales in many markets
  • − Heavy transport logistics
  • − Lower resale than the Cat 349 or Komatsu PC490LC-11
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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.