CASE CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT NEW D SERIES MINI EXCAVATOR LINEUP COVERS MORE WEIGHT CLASSES

Mini excavators continue to be a popular tool for a variety of applications, from landscaping to underground utility. To meet that popularity and continuing demand growth, CASE Construction Equipment has introduced the first in its D Series of mini excavators, with more units to come as the company fleshes out its offerings from 1.5 to 6 metric tons.

The D Series was introduced at CONEXPO with the CX42D mini excavator. This true zero-tail-swing machine fills a gap in CASE’s lineup.

“The CX42D exists in a critical industry weight class between 4 and 5 metric tons where we did not previously have machines,” says Brad Mace, CASE product manager. “This ensures that we have a total fleet of solutions to deliver to contractors and business owners and allows us to bring the next level of premium mini excavator performance to the market.”

Key focuses for CASE in the development of its new D Series mini excavators were comfort, performance, and footprint –making the machines more effective all around.

Standard features on the CX42D provide a strong starting point for excavator users, and options are available to customize as needed. A standard two-way blade with float improves backfilling and grading operations, while an optional six-way blade adds to those capacities. Users who need more balance can get additional counterweights to help. Standard two-speed travel with automatic shift down improves performance when tracking or carrying uphill.

The D Series mini excavators have been designed with attachments in mind, giving users more versatility thanks to a range of tools that can be used.

“Mini excavators are continuously underrated as attachment platforms, and the new CASE D Series models are built to prove they can deliver excellent multipurpose capabilities,” Mace says. “We give them the ability to set up and save parameters for nine different attachments and customize the flow based on tool type for optimal performance and operator experience.”’

The excavators come standard with multifunction (1-way/2way) hydraulics as well as a standard second auxiliary (2-way) circuit and the option for a third auxiliary circuit that adds even more versatility. Different coupler attachments are available from the factory depending on user needs and bucket preferences: hydraulic quick coupler, mechanical quick coupler, or standard pin-on bucket.

In the cab, operators will find an automotive feel to the new design. Controls are easily adjustable, and visibility to working areas is improved thanks to large windows and designs that keep sightlines in mind.

A large, seven-inch LCD monitor with navigation wheel mounted near the joystick gives operators access to critical machine information and controls without having to reach for the screen, which simplifies operation. Users can access a variety of tools through the monitor, including selection of working mode – Power, Standard, or Economy – and controls to customize hydraulics for the needed performance.

The CX42D will come standard with CASE SiteWatch telematics. It is also compatible with precision construction technologies. More D Series models will be released in 2024.