Case 580SN vs Cat 420
The Case 580SN is the heavier machine, at 8.08 t against 7.83 t, and the Case 580SN has more power (71 kW against 68 kW).
The Case 580SN is ahead on: more torque, digs deeper, lower to transport. The Cat 420 is ahead on: more power, reaches further, dumps higher, reaches higher, bigger bucket or body, more digging or pushing force, more hydraulic flow, bigger fuel tank, faster.
Below, every figure both makers publish sits side by side, with the Case 580SN and the Cat 420 drawn to the same scale from their dimension drawings.
At a glance
Bold is the machine ahead on each figure, with its lead.
| Figure | Case 580SN | Cat 420 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 8,078 kg | 7,834 kg |
| Gross powerHigher is better | 72 kW | 76 kW+6% |
| Max torqueHigher is better | 453 Nm+4% | 436 Nm |
| Max dig depthHigher is better | 4.41 m+3% | 4.278 m |
| Reach at ground level, from slew centreHigher is better | 5.55 m | 5.6 m+1% |
| Dump height with standard bucketHigher is better | 2.69 m | 2.758 m+3% |
| Maximum hinge pin heightHigher is better | 3.42 m | 3.488 m+2% |
| Shovel capacityHigher is better | 0.79 m³ | 0.96 m³+22% |
| Shovel breakout forceHigher is better | 50 kN | 50 kN |
| Pump flowHigher is better | 156 L/min | 187 L/min+20% |
| Fuel tankHigher is better | 132 L | 160 L+21% |
| Top speedHigher is better | 39.6 km/h | 41 km/h+4% |
| Cab roof heightLower is better | 2.72 m+3% | 2.815 m |
| Total travel length | 7.12 m | 7.163 m |
All specifications
Every figure the makers publish. Search for one, or show only those that differ.
Dimensions
Total travel length7.12 m7.163 m
Total travel length (Long Lip bucket with quick coupler)7.1 mNot published
Total travel height3.37 mTransport height, 4WD, 19.5 L x 24.0 tyres3.645 mOverall transport height, standard stick
Cab roof height2.72 m2.815 mHeight to top of cab/canopy
Height to top of canopy2.66 mNot published
Height to top of exhaust stack2.62 m2.72 m
Wheelbase2.15 m2.2 m
Overall transport width2.17 mNot published
Ground clearance at backhoe frame0.381 mNot published
Angle of departure19°Not published
Front wheel tread gauge1.72 m12.0 L x 16.5 front tyres1.895 m
Width over tyres2.06 m12.0 L x 16.5 front tyresNot published
Shovel width (GP shovel)2.09 mBucket cutting edge width, Long Lip bucket2.262 m
Stabiliser spread, operating (flip pad)2.82 mNot published
Turning radius, curb to curb, 4WD engaged, brakes on3.45 mNot published
Turning radius, 4WD engaged, brakes off4.21 mNot published
Overall length (loader on ground)Not published7.132 m
Rear axle centreline to front grilleNot published2.706 m
Overall widthNot published2.248 m
Rear frame widthNot published2.322 m
Height to loader hinge pin (transport)Not published0.378 m
Ground clearance (LH step)Not published0.316 m
Ground clearance (AWD guard)Not published0.312 m
Ground clearance (485 kg counterweight)Not published0.289 m
Rear wheel tread gaugeNot published1.728 m
Stabiliser spread, operating (centre)Not published3.31 m
Stabiliser spread, operating (outside)Not published3.77 m
Turning circle, outside front wheelsNot published8.205 mInner wheel not braked
Turning circle, outside widest loader bucketNot published10.745 mInner wheel not braked
Backhoe performance
Max dig depth4.41 m4.278 mSAE maximum, standard stick
Max dig depth (Extendahoe extended)5.47 mNot published
Digging depth, 610 mm flat bottom4.37 m4.24 m
Digging depth, 2440 mm flat bottom4.06 m3.9 m
Reach at ground level, from slew centre5.55 m5.6 m
Reach at ground level, from slew centre (Extendahoe extended)6.58 mNot published
Reach from rear axle centreline at ground line6.66 m6.69 m
Max load-over height3.67 mLoading height, standard backhoe3.709 mLoading height, standard stick
Loading reach1.41 m1.845 m
Bucket tearout force61 kN64 kN
Bucket tearout force (Power Lift)64 kNNot published
Dipper tearout force39 kN44 kN
Dipper tearout force (Power Lift)40 kNNot published
Swing arc180°180°
Max dig depth (E-stick extended)Not published5.372 mSAE maximum, extendible stick extended
Reach at ground level, from slew centre (E-stick extended)Not published6.641 m
Maximum operating height (backhoe)Not published5.598 m
Bucket rotationNot published205°
Loader performance
Shovel capacity0.79 m³0.96 m³GP bucket, SAE rated, pin-on
Lift capacity to full height3,195 kgLong Lip bucket, calculated value3,280 kg
Shovel breakout force50 kN50 kN
Lift breakout force45 kN50 kN
Dump height with standard bucket2.69 m2.758 m
Maximum operating height (loader)4.18 m4.356 m
Maximum hinge pin height3.42 m3.488 m
Bucket hinge pin height at SAE carry0.345 mNot published
Dump angle at full height47°44°
Dump reach at full height, 45° dump, from bumper0.801 mNot published
Maximum bucket rollback at ground level42°36°
Bucket rollback at SAE carry42°Not published
Loader digging depth0.155 mLong Lip bucket, bucket flat0.07 m
Reach from front axle centreline, bucket on ground2.07 mNot published
Tipping load at breakout pointNot published6,663 kg
Dump reach at maximum angleNot published0.807 m
Grille to bucket cutting edge, carry positionNot published1.48 m
Weight
Operating weight8,078 kg7,834 kg
Operating weight (configuration 2)8,958 kgNot published
Operating weight (maximum, ROPS capacity)Not published11,000 kg
Operating weight (minimum)Not published7,384 kg
Engine
Engine modelFPT F5BFL413B, diesel 4-stroke, turbocharged, HPCRCat C3.6, electronic turbo, intercooled
EmissionsTier 4 FinalU.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V
Cylinders4Not published
Displacement3.4 L3.6 L
Gross power72 kW (97 hp)At 2,200 rpm76 kW (102 hp)
Net power71 kW (95 hp)At 2,200 rpm68 kW (91 hp)
Max torque453 NmGross at 1,400 rpm; net 452 N·m436 Nm
BoreNot published98 mm
StrokeNot published120 mm
Gross power (ISO 14396)Not published74 kW (100 hp)At 2,200 rpm; 74.5 kW (100 hp) engine rating
Net peak powerNot published78 kW (105 hp)
Gross power, 110 hp ratingNot published84 kW (112 hp)
Net power, 110 hp ratingNot published76 kW (101 hp)
Max torque, 110 hp ratingNot published485 NmNet, SAE J1349; 82 kW (110 hp) engine rating
Transmission
Transmission4F/4R Power Shuttle synchromesh (standard); PowerDrive H-Type 4F/4R powershift with auto shift and direct drive (optional)Power shift 4F/3R (standard); 6F/3R power shift optional, with or without LTC
Top speed39.6 km/h41 km/h
Hydraulics
Hydraulic systemBosch Rexroth Series 31 variable-displacement axial piston pump; closed-center loader valveClosed center, load sensing; variable-flow axial piston pump
Pump flow156 L/minLoader and backhoe flow at rated engine rpm187 L/minAt 2,200 rpm
Max pressure238 bar250 bar
Tyres
Front tyres4WD: 12.0 L x 16.5 or 12.5/80 x 18.0, 10-ply; 2WD: 11.0 L x 16.0, 10-ply340/80-18
Rear tyres19.5 L x 24.0 or 500/70 R24, 10-ply500/70-24
Service capacities
Fuel tank132 L160 L
DEF tank13.5 LNot published
Hydraulic system, with tank118 L95 L
Hydraulic reservoir, with filter50.5 LNot published
Engine oil, with filter8 L9 L
Cooling system18 LWith heater18 LWith air conditioning
Transmission (4WD standard)19.4 LNot published
Rear axle13.6 LDifferential and planetaries16 L
Front drive axle, differential7.7 L4WD, 580N/580SNNot published
Front axle planetary hub, each0.5 L4WD, 580N/580SNNot published
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF)Not published19 L
Hydraulic tankNot published42 L
Transmission, power shift (AWD)Not published19 L
Front axle (AWD)Not published11 L
Final drive, front (each)Not published0.7 L
Final drive, rear (each)Not published1.7 L
Service intervals
Engine oil and filter500 hours500 hoursor 12 months
Hydraulic oil and filters1,000 hoursNot published
Transmission oil and filter1,000 hoursNot published
Front axle oil1,000 hoursNot published
Rear axle oil1,000 hoursNot published
Transmission oilNot published1,000 hours
Axle oilNot published1,000 hours
Hydraulic oilNot published3,000 hoursWith Cat HYDO Advanced 10
CoolantNot published12,000 hoursCat ELC, or 72 months
Sources: Case 580SN Construction King Backhoe Loader specifications (Tier 4 Final, 2023) · Cat 420 Backhoe Loader specalog AEHQ8243-04 (2026)
Drawn to scale
Side views measured off each maker's dimension drawing, front edges and ground lined up.
Case 580SN vs Cat 420: questions
Which is bigger, the Case 580SN or Cat 420?
By operating weight the Case 580SN is the biggest at 8.08 t, then the Cat 420 at 7.83 t.
Which has more power, the Case 580SN or Cat 420?
The Cat 420: Case 580SN 72 kW (97 hp), Cat 420 76 kW (102 hp) (gross power), a 6% difference.
Which digs deeper, the Case 580SN or Cat 420?
The Case 580SN: Case 580SN 4.41 m, Cat 420 4.278 m (max dig depth), a 3% difference.
Which reaches further, the Case 580SN or Cat 420?
The Cat 420: Case 580SN 5.55 m, Cat 420 5.6 m (reach at ground level, from slew centre), a 1% difference.
Which has the bigger bucket, the Case 580SN or Cat 420?
The Cat 420: Case 580SN 0.79 m³, Cat 420 0.96 m³ (shovel capacity), a 22% difference.
Which has the bigger fuel tank, the Case 580SN or Cat 420?
The Cat 420: Case 580SN 132 L, Cat 420 160 L (fuel tank), a 21% difference.
Where do these figures come from?
Each model's own published spec sheet or brochure, linked under the table. Builds differ by market and year, so confirm the figures for a particular machine with its dealer.
Can I rent or buy these machines in the UAE?
Each model's page lists the ones for hire and for sale on EquipmentsFinder now, with typical prices in AED.
