Key specifications for the Case 321 E Wheel Loader (1992-2025) include low engine power at 71.7 hp (53.5 kW) together with typical weight at 43,519 lb (19.7 t). It also has bucket capacity of 1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1992-2025
Weight: 43,519 lb (19.7 t)Engine power: 71.7 hp (53.5 kW)Bucket capacity: 1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)Lifting Force: 11,240 lbf (50 kN)
43,519 lb (19.7 t)Weight
71.7 hp (53.5 kW)Engine power
1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)Bucket capacity
11,240 lbf (50 kN)Lifting Force
12.4 mph (20 km/h)Travel speed
1,600 rpmEngine speed at max torque
195 lb-ft (265 Nm)Maximum torque
6.53 ft (1.99 m)Transport width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
71.7 hp (53.5 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is well below the typical figure.
Weight
Average
43,519 lb (19.7 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is close to the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
Low
1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 4 yd³ (3.06 m³)High 15 yd³ (11.5 m³)
Bucket capacity is well below the typical figure.
Lifting Force
Low
11,240 lbf (50 kN)
Low 809 lbf (3.6 kN)Typical 36,528 lbf (162 kN)High 161,413 lbf (718 kN)
Lifting Force is well below the typical figure.
Travel speed
Low
12.4 mph (20 km/h)
Low 12 mph (19.3 km/h)Typical 21.4 mph (34.4 km/h)High 26.7 mph (43 km/h)
Travel speed is well below the typical figure.
Maximum torque
Low
195 lb-ft (265 Nm)
Low 107 lb-ft (145 Nm)Typical 732 lb-ft (992 Nm)High 2,104 lb-ft (2,852 Nm)
Maximum torque is well below the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Case |
|---|---|
| Model | 321 E |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1992-2025 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power71.7 hp (53.5 kW)
Lifting Force11,240 lbf (50 kN)
Maximum torque195 lb-ft (265 Nm)
Engine speed at max torque1,600 rpm
Travel speed12.4 mph (20 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width6.89 ft (2.1 m)
Maximum discharge height8.66 ft (2.64 m)
Transport height7.71 ft (2.35 m)
Transport length18.9 ft (5.76 m)
Transport width6.53 ft (1.99 m)
Outside turning radius30.6 ft (9.33 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)
Weight43,519 lb (19.7 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke94×112 mm
Displacement0.82 US gal (3.11 L)
Emission levelTier 2
Engine manufacturerDeutz
Engine typeBF4M2011
Number of cylinders4.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres405/70 R20
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesE
