CASE introduces CX380E with enhanced hydraulics and operator-centric cab

The CX380E is rumbling onto job sites with increased power, functionality, and operator-first features for comfort and control.

With the introduction of the new CX380E large excavator, CASE Construction Equipment remains committed to delivering fast, smooth, and smart machines that help operators get more done. The 268-horsepower, 83,114-lb (37,700-kg) unit is the most recent addition to CASE’s powerful excavator portfolio.

Whether clearing land, trenching, craning pipes on construction and road sites, or even breaking rock, the CX380E provides personnel with physical force and clever hydraulics to boost production. Rental organisations can also rely on the CX380E to broaden their customer base for a dependable construction worker.

Power, performance and control

The CX380E is designed for heavy-duty applications, with 56,000 pounds of breakout force and quick cycle times. Operators can tailor the power to the task with four fuel-efficient work modes and up to ten throttle settings: Super Power for the most power, Power for a hard-working mode suitable for daily use; Eco for increased fuel efficiency, and Lifting for maximum control during lifting and craning tasks. Eco mode reduces fuel usage by up to 18 percent compared to prior CASE excavators. Furthermore, CASE telematics and software provide exact data for measuring fuel usage and other variables, which can help to enhance efficiency even further.

“Big jobs demand big machines, and the CASE CX380E large excavator is exactly that. Built like a beast, it delivers more power and more torque with faster response times,” says Terry Dolan, head of CNH Construction Brands, North America. “But it also delivers big on the total operator control that our customers expect from CASE.”

Like other CASE E Series big excavators, the CX380E has advanced controls and customisable sensitivity levels, allowing customers to tailor responses to their specific needs for easier operation. The 10-inch touchscreen allows operators to save settings for up to 10 attachments (one-way and two-way) on a single screen, making it simple to change attachments in seconds at the push of a button — rather than hours — while decreasing the danger of downtime or damage from overloading the attachment. The intelligent Hydraulic Flow Control Balance also improves the excavator’s responsiveness and efficiency by adjusting the priority of hydraulic flow used for motions such as arm in and boom up, as well as arm in and swing.

The CX380E includes configurable free-swing capabilities for enhanced control, providing operators with more stability and safety while working on uneven terrain or loading vehicles, as well as reducing fatigue. Along with enhanced controls, operators can work more confidently by employing the 270-degree camera, which provides a bird’s-eye view of the display screen for improved vision and safer operation, as well as establishing arm and swing preferences.

Operator-first cab comfort

The cab is designed to support the operator during long hours on the jobsite, much as visibility and control help with safety. “Operators work hard, so creating an operator-first experience to help fight fatigue and increase efficiency is a priority in every new CASE machine,” says Dolan. “We designed the CX380E cab with automotive-like features, with heated, air-suspension seating and lots of legroom. A suspended operator station locks the seat and console together so that no matter the operator’s size, they have the same experience and ergonomic access to the controls. Together, these features boost comfort and help workers get more done on the job.”

Maintenance and support

For maintenance and serviceability, the CX380E offers enhanced telematics, allowing dealers to run diagnostics and update software remotely without the need for an on-site service specialist, saving time and money while increasing uptime. In addition, the CASE ProCare heavy machine support program includes a 3-year/3,000-hour full machine factory warranty, 3-year/2,000-hour planned maintenance support, and a 5-year advanced telematics subscription.

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