Key specifications for the Case 521 D dxt Wheel Loader (2005-2025) include low engine power at 119 hp (89 kW) together with low weight at 21,760 lb (9.87 t). Another useful figure is maximum bucket capacity at 2.59 yd³ (1.98 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2005-2025
Weight: 21,760 lb (9.87 t)Engine power: 119 hp (89 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 2.59 yd³ (1.98 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 2.12 yd³ (1.62 m³)
21,760 lb (9.87 t)Weight
119 hp (89 kW)Engine power
2.59 yd³ (1.98 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
2.12 yd³ (1.62 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
336 lb-ft (455 Nm)Maximum torque
7.68 ft (2.34 m)Transport width
8.1 ft (2.47 m)Bucket width
10.4 ft (3.17 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
119 hp (89 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
Low
21,760 lb (9.87 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.
Maximum bucket capacity
Low
2.59 yd³ (1.98 m³)
Low 1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)Typical 5.37 yd³ (4.11 m³)High 17 yd³ (13 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity is well below the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
Low
2.12 yd³ (1.62 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 well below the typical figure.
Maximum torque
Low
336 lb-ft (455 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.
Transport width
Below average
7.68 ft (2.34 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 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 | 521 D dxt |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2005-2025 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power119 hp (89 kW)
Maximum torque336 lb-ft (455 Nm)
Dimensions
Bucket width8.1 ft (2.47 m)
Transport height10.4 ft (3.17 m)
Transport length22.3 ft (6.8 m)
Transport width7.68 ft (2.34 m)
Outside turning radius36.6 ft (11.2 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity2.59 yd³ (1.98 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity2.12 yd³ (1.62 m³)
Weight21,760 lb (9.87 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke104×132 mm
Displacement1.19 US gal (4.5 L)
Engine manufacturerCase
Engine type445TNM2
Number of cylinders6.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres17 .5 x 25 L2
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesD

