Case 521G Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: Case ➔
Model: 521G ➔

The Case 521G is a wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, stockpiling, and general construction applications. It is part of Case Construction Equipment's G Series and is commonly used in aggregate yards, roadbuilding, site development, and municipal work. The 521G features a diesel engine, articulated steering, hydraulic lift and bucket functions, and a cab configured for operator visibility and control. Typical attachments and bucket options support a range of jobsite tasks. The model is valued for its balance of lifting performance, maneuverability, and versatility in medium-duty wheel loader applications.

General Specifications

Case 521G Wheel Loader General Specifications specifications
Bucket Capacity	2.1 cu yd - Starting 2024
Engine Power	131.00 hp (97.69 kw) - Starting 2019
Engine type	Case/FPT - Starting 2019
Max Dump Height	9.10 ft (2.77 m) - Starting 2024
Operating Weight	24,203.00 lbs (10,978.31 kg) - Starting 2019

Brakes

Case 521G Wheel Loader Brakes specifications
Service Brake	Wet Multi Disc

Bucket

Case 521G Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force	19,356.05 lbs (8,779.77 kg)
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	2.31 cu yd

Capacities

Case 521G Wheel Loader Capacities specifications
Fuel Tank	50.00 gal (189.25 l) - Starting 2026
Heaped Capacity	2.1 cu yd - Starting 2026

Dimensions

Case 521G Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Bucket Reach - Fully Raised, 45° Dump	39.85 in (101.22 cm)
Bucket Width	8.33 ft (2.54 m) - Starting 2026
Dump Height - Fully Raised, 45° Dump	106.74 in (271.12 cm)
Full Lift Dump Height	9.08 ft (2.77 m) - Starting 2026
Full Lift Reach	3.17 ft (0.97 m) - Starting 2026
Ground Clearance	13.40 in (34.04 cm) - Starting 2026
Height - Over Cab	10.75 ft (3.28 m) - Starting 2026
Height - Pivot Pin	11.83 ft (3.61 m) - Starting 2026
Height To Top Of Cab	10.75 ft (3.28 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height	11.84 ft (3.61 m)
Length With Bucket On Ground	21.67 ft (6.60 m) - Starting 2026
Loader - Geometry	Z-Bar - Starting 2026
Operating Height - Fully Raised With Spillgaurd	184.34 in (468.22 cm)
Overall Length (L/Bucket)	21.94 ft (6.69 m)
Overall Width Without Bucket	96.38 in (244.81 cm)
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	4.74 ft (1.44 m)
Turn Radius Over Bucket - Std.	18.25 ft (5.56 m) - Starting 2026
Turning Radius Outside Tires	16.42 ft (5.00 m)
Wheelbase	9.03 ft (2.75 m)
Width Over Tires	8.04 ft (2.45 m)

Driveline

Case 521G Wheel Loader Driveline specifications
Engine Output - Gross	142.00 hp (105.89 kw) - Starting 2026
Speed - Forward Maximum	22.30 mph (35.89 kph) - Starting 2026
Tire Size	17.5 R25 - Starting 2026
Transmission Type	Powershift - Starting 2026

Engine

Case 521G Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Alternator	70 amps
Displacement	274.70 cu in (4,501.54 cu cm)
Emissions	Tier 4
Engine Model	FPT F4HFE413NB
Gross Power	142.00 hp (105.89 kw)
Max Torque	448.50 lbs ft (608.08 nm)
Net Power	129.00 hp (96.20 kw)
Number Of Cylinders	4
Rated Engine Speed	2000 rpm
Torque Rise	21 %

Hydraulic Cycle Times (Unloaded)

Case 521G Wheel Loader Hydraulic Cycle Times (Unloaded) specifications
Total Cycle Time	10.5 sec

Hydraulic System

Case 521G Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Maximum System Pressure	3625 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	35.40 gpm (133.99 lpm)
Pump Type	Piston
Steering Pump Type	Articulation

Operational

Case 521G Wheel Loader Operational specifications
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	5.90 gal (22.33 l)
Def Tank Capacity	11.70 gal (44.28 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.90 gal (22.33 l)
Fuel Capacity	50.00 gal (189.25 l)
Operating Voltage	24 V
Operating Weight	24,290.60 lbs (11,018.04 kg)
Rear Axle Oscillation	24 degrees
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.90 gal (22.33 l)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	6.90 gal (26.12 l)

Performance

Case 521G Wheel Loader Performance specifications
Bucket Breakout	20934 lbf - Starting 2026
Full Turn Tipping Load	17,653.00 lbs (8,007.28 kg) - Starting 2026
Loader Control	Joystick - Starting 2026
Straight Tipping Load	20,100.00 lbs (9,117.22 kg) - Starting 2026
Tipping Load	17,683.30 lbs (8,021.02 kg)

Transmission

Case 521G Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Differential Lock	F: LSD / R: LSD
Max Speed - Forward	22.40 mph (36.05 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Transmission Type	Powershift

Weights

Case 521G Wheel Loader Weights specifications
Operating Weight	24,203.00 lbs (10,978.31 kg) - Starting 2026

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