In specification terms, the Case 648 backhoe loader (1977-2015) shows low engine power at 18.1 hp (13.5 kW) alongside low weight at 3,000 lb (1.36 t). The listed travel speed is 6.52 mph (10.5 km/h).
Specification profile
1977-2015
Weight: 3,000 lb (1.36 t)Engine power: 18.1 hp (13.5 kW)Travel speed: 6.52 mph (10.5 km/h)Transport width: 3.94 ft (1.2 m)
3,000 lb (1.36 t)Weight
18.1 hp (13.5 kW)Engine power
6.52 mph (10.5 km/h)Travel speed
3.94 ft (1.2 m)Transport width
3.67 ft (1.12 m)Transport height
5.25 ft (1.6 m)Maximum discharge height
8.86 ft (2.7 m)Transport length
11.5 ft (3.5 m)Max. Reach Horizontal
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
18.1 hp (13.5 kW)
Low 48.3 hp (36 kW)Typical 89.4 hp (66.7 kW)High 113 hp (84 kW)
Engine power is well below the typical figure.
Weight
Low
3,000 lb (1.36 t)
Low 6,151 lb (2.79 t)Typical 16,884 lb (7.66 t)High 24,251 lb (11 t)
Weight is well below the typical figure.
Travel speed
Low
6.52 mph (10.5 km/h)
Low 6.84 mph (11 km/h)Typical 22.9 mph (36.8 km/h)High 29.7 mph (47.8 km/h)
Travel speed is well below the typical figure.
Transport width
Low
3.94 ft (1.2 m)
Low 4.82 ft (1.47 m)Typical 7.56 ft (2.3 m)High 9.19 ft (2.8 m)
Transport width is well below the typical figure.
Transport height
Low
3.67 ft (1.12 m)
Low 6.96 ft (2.12 m)Typical 11.2 ft (3.41 m)High 13.7 ft (4.19 m)
Transport height is well below the typical figure.
Transport length
Low
8.86 ft (2.7 m)
Low 10.9 ft (3.33 m)Typical 20.1 ft (6.12 m)High 26 ft (7.91 m)
Transport length 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
ClamshellNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Forklift UtilityNO
GrabberNO
Outrigger StabilisersNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | Case |
|---|---|
| Model | 648 backhoe loader |
| Model year / production | 1977-2015 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power18.1 hp (13.5 kW)
Tear-out Force Backhoe6,396 lbf (28.4 kN)
Travel speed6.52 mph (10.5 km/h)
Dimensions
Dredging Depth7.87 ft (2.4 m)
Maximum discharge height5.25 ft (1.6 m)
Max. Reach Horizontal11.5 ft (3.5 m)
Transport height3.67 ft (1.12 m)
Transport length8.86 ft (2.7 m)
Transport width3.94 ft (1.2 m)
Capacity & weight
Weight3,000 lb (1.36 t)
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke82.5×73 mm
Displacement0.21 US gal (0.78 L)
Engine manufacturerOnan
Engine typeB48M/GA018
Number of cylinders2.0
Setup & fitment
Standard tyres26×12.00-12
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
Other specifications
ClamshellNo
Forklift UtilityNo
GrabberNo
Outrigger StabilisersNo



