The Case CX17B is a compact mini excavator designed for small-scale excavation, trenching, landscaping, and utility work in confined spaces. It is part of Case Construction Equipment's mini excavator lineup and is commonly used on residential, municipal, and light commercial job sites. The CX17B features a narrow operating profile, zero or minimal tail swing design, and hydraulic controls suited for precise digging and grading. Typical applications include site preparation, material handling, and work around obstacles where larger excavators cannot operate efficiently. Its size and maneuverability make it suitable for transport between jobs and operation in restricted access areas.
Boom/Stick 1
Case CX17B Mini Excavator Boom/Stick 1 specifications
Boom/Stick 1
Boom 5'9" (1750mm)/Stick 3'3" (990mm)
Max Cutting Height
12.08 ft (3.68 m)
Max Digging Depth
7.08 ft (2.16 m)
Max Loading Height
8.67 ft (2.64 m)
Max Reach Along Ground
12.42 ft (3.79 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth
5.42 ft (1.65 m)
Shipping Height Of Unit
7.71 ft (2.35 m)
Shipping Length Of Unit
11.22 ft (3.42 m)
Buckets
Case CX17B Mini Excavator Buckets specifications
Maximum Bucket Capacity
0.1 cu yd
Minimum Bucket Capacity
0.1 cu yd
Reference Bucket Capacity
0.1 cu yd
Dimensions
Case CX17B Mini Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
0.57 ft (0.17 m)
Height
7.75 ft (2.36 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
7.75 ft (2.36 m)
Length
11.25 ft (3.43 m)
Length Of Track On Ground
4.00 ft (1.22 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance
1.46 ft (0.45 m)
Tail Swing Radius
2.08 ft (0.63 m)
Weight
3,638.00 lbs (1,650.17 kg)
Width
4.33 ft (1.32 m)
Width To Outside Of Tracks
4.34 ft (1.32 m)
Engine
Case CX17B Mini Excavator Engine specifications
Displacement
58.10 cu in (952.09 cu cm)
Engine Make
2251
Engine Model
L3E-W231KBS
Max Torque
39.50 lbs ft (53.55 nm)
Net Power
15.20 hp (11.33 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
3
Power Measured @
2200 rpm
Torque Measured @
1800 rpm
Operational
Case CX17B Mini Excavator Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
20 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
1.00 gal (3.79 l)
Engine Oil Capacity
1.00 gal (3.79 l)
Fuel Capacity
5.80 gal (21.95 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity
8.60 gpm (32.55 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
4.00 gal (15.14 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure
3133 psi
Operating Voltage
12 V
Operating Weight
3,638.00 lbs (1,650.17 kg)
Swing Mechanism
Case CX17B Mini Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed
8.6 rpm
Undercarriage
Case CX17B Mini Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Ground Pressure
3.9 psi
Max Travel Speed
2.50 mph (4.02 kph)
Number Of Carrier Rollers Per Side
0
Number Of Track Rollers Per Side
3
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