Among the key figures for the Case 521 F Wheel Loader (2012-2026) are low engine power at 142 hp (106 kW) and low weight at 24,586 lb (11.2 t). Another useful figure is maximum bucket capacity at 2.6 yd³ (1.99 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2012-2026
Weight: 24,586 lb (11.2 t)Engine power: 142 hp (106 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 2.6 yd³ (1.99 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 2.3 yd³ (1.76 m³)
24,586 lb (11.2 t)Weight
142 hp (106 kW)Engine power
2.6 yd³ (1.99 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
2.3 yd³ (1.76 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
22.4 mph (36 km/h)Travel speed
448 lb-ft (608 Nm)Maximum torque
8.14 ft (2.48 m)Transport width
10.6 ft (3.22 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
142 hp (106 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
24,586 lb (11.2 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
2.6 yd³ (1.99 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
2.3 yd³ (1.76 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.
Travel speed
Average
22.4 mph (36 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 close to the typical figure.
Maximum torque
Low
448 lb-ft (608 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
Capacity
Published capacity figures shown together for quick comparison.
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 F |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2012-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power142 hp (106 kW)
Maximum torque448 lb-ft (608 Nm)
Travel speed22.4 mph (36 km/h)
Dimensions
Transport height10.6 ft (3.22 m)
Transport length22.1 ft (6.75 m)
Transport width8.14 ft (2.48 m)
Outside turning radius13.2 ft (4.02 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity2.6 yd³ (1.99 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity2.3 yd³ (1.76 m³)
Weight24,586 lb (11.2 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke104×132 mm
Displacement1.19 US gal (4.5 L)
Engine manufacturerCNH
Engine typeF4HFE413J
Number of cylinders4.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres17.5 x 25 12
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesF
