The Case 521 E xt Wheel Loader (2009-2012) brings together below-average engine power at 190 hp (142 kW) and low weight at 26,191 lb (11.9 t). Its published bucket capacity is 2.09 yd³ (1.6 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2009-2012
Weight: 26,191 lb (11.9 t)Engine power: 190 hp (142 kW)Bucket capacity: 2.09 yd³ (1.6 m³)Maximum bucket capacity: 2.35 yd³ (1.8 m³)
26,191 lb (11.9 t)Weight
190 hp (142 kW)Engine power
2.09 yd³ (1.6 m³)Bucket capacity
2.35 yd³ (1.8 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
2.09 yd³ (1.6 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
24.2 mph (39 km/h)Travel speed
1,800 rpmEngine speed at max torque
8.17 ft (2.49 m)Transport width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Below average
190 hp (142 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is below the typical figure.
Weight
Low
26,191 lb (11.9 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is well below the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
Low
2.09 yd³ (1.6 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.
Travel speed
Above average
24.2 mph (39 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 above the typical figure.
Transport width
Average
8.17 ft (2.49 m)
Low 5.25 ft (1.6 m)Typical 8.71 ft (2.65 m)High 15.8 ft (4.81 m)
Transport width is close to the typical figure.
Transport height
Average
10.8 ft (3.28 m)
Low 7.71 ft (2.35 m)Typical 11.1 ft (3.38 m)High 18.4 ft (5.6 m)
Transport height is close to the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Capacity
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Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Overall size
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Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningYES
Diesel particulate filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchYES
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Case |
|---|---|
| Model | 521 E xt |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2009-2012 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power190 hp (142 kW)
Engine speed at max torque1,800 rpm
Travel speed24.2 mph (39 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width8.17 ft (2.49 m)
Maximum discharge height8.6 ft (2.62 m)
Transport height10.8 ft (3.28 m)
Transport length22.4 ft (6.83 m)
Transport width8.17 ft (2.49 m)
Outside turning radius36.2 ft (11 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity2.09 yd³ (1.6 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity2.35 yd³ (1.8 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity2.09 yd³ (1.6 m³)
Weight26,191 lb (11.9 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.19 US gal (4.5 L)
Emission levelIII
Engine manufacturerCase
Engine type445 TA/EGE
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchYes
Standard tyres17.5 R 25
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesE
Steering modeAL
