The Case 821 Wheel Loader (1991-2025) brings together below-average engine power at 170 hp (127 kW) and below-average weight at 36,539 lb (16.6 t). The listed maximum bucket capacity is 5.36 yd³ (4.1 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1991-2025
Weight: 36,539 lb (16.6 t)Engine power: 170 hp (127 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 5.36 yd³ (4.1 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 3.92 yd³ (3 m³)
36,539 lb (16.6 t)Weight
170 hp (127 kW)Engine power
5.36 yd³ (4.1 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
3.92 yd³ (3 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
24.9 mph (40 km/h)Travel speed
569 lb-ft (772 Nm)Maximum torque
9.19 ft (2.8 m)Transport width
9.06 ft (2.76 m)Bucket width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Below average
170 hp (127 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
Below average
36,539 lb (16.6 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is below the typical figure.
Maximum bucket capacity
Average
5.36 yd³ (4.1 m³)
Low 1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)Typical 5.37 yd³ (4.11 m³)High 17 yd³ (13 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity is close to the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
Average
3.92 yd³ (3 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 3.71 yd³ (2.84 m³)High 12.4 yd³ (9.5 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity is close to the typical figure.
Travel speed
Above average
24.9 mph (40 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.
Maximum torque
Below average
569 lb-ft (772 Nm)
Low 107 lb-ft (145 Nm)Typical 732 lb-ft (992 Nm)High 2,104 lb-ft (2,852 Nm)
Maximum torque is below the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Capacity
Published capacity figures shown together for quick comparison.
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 | 821 |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1991-2025 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power170 hp (127 kW)
Maximum torque569 lb-ft (772 Nm)
Travel speed24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width9.06 ft (2.76 m)
Transport height10 ft (3.06 m)
Transport length24.2 ft (7.37 m)
Transport width9.19 ft (2.8 m)
Outside turning radius18.7 ft (5.71 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity5.36 yd³ (4.1 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity3.92 yd³ (3 m³)
Weight36,539 lb (16.6 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke114×135 mm
Displacement2.19 US gal (8.3 L)
Emission levelTier 4
Engine manufacturerCase
Engine type6T 830
Number of cylinders6.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres20.5×25 16
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
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