CASE announces new B Series compact loaders

CASE’s new B series loaders consist of five CTLs and eight skid steers spanning radial and vertical lift patterns, as well as numerous horsepower and size classes to cater to a wide range of operators, CASE said.

“CASE CTLs and skid steers are enhanced to deliver a completely new and intuitive operating experience while also standing up to the rigors of heavy earthmoving and attachment use,” said CASE Construction ANZ Product Manager, Jim Pike.

“The B Series retains the styling of previous CASE loaders, yet critical operational systems have been re-engineered for greater performance, and fully integrated with new control and operator interfaces to give contractors a powerful match of productivity, efficiency and convenience.”

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CASE has equipped its B Series loaders with a completely redesigned operator interface, including new left- and right-hand posts on all models with simple push-button ignition, easy throttle control and intuitive switches for all core machine functions.

Contractors can choose between standard mechanical, mechanical hand-and-foot, and electro-hydraulic controls when specifying a machine.

A new eight-inch LCD multi-function display with backup camera comes with all electro-hydraulic models — and can be added to mechanical configurations for use with the backup camera and operational displays. Electro-hydraulic models provide the additional simplicity of switching between ISO and H operating patterns with the simple push of a button, CASE said.

The new eight-inch LCD multi-function display serves as the command centre for the machine. It includes what CASE claimed is the industry’s only backup camera visible in a split screen display with machine data. The camera is operational in both forward and reverse and enhances visibility in the skid steers for greater jobsite awareness. The display also allows a variety of functions including:

In addition to the new backup camera, a cab-wide rearview mirror that comes standard on all machines further enhance visibility on CASE CTLs and skid steers.

The low entry threshold and large front window provide great visibility to the front of the machine and down to the attachment. Large side windows and a large curved rear window allow for great sightlines to the sides and the rear of the machine. Rear visibility is further aided by low-profile rear hoods and an extremely low-profile H-Link on vertical-lift models.

The low entry threshold built into each B series machine allows for easy entry and exit from the cab, CASE said. CASE added the B series skid steers is one of the widest in the industry, providing sufficient space for comfort and operator positioning.

Joysticks on electro-hydraulic models have been designed with a narrower, more comfortable grip, and closer switch layout and a smaller head size for easier operation. The electro-hydraulic pods on each joystick have also been made smaller to give the operator more legroom inside the machine.

Mechanically controlled models of the SR210B and larger models feature servo-assisted joysticks for easier operation and less operator fatigue.

The cupholder and storage areas in select models have also been repositioned to provide even more legroom, while options such as a Bluetooth radio and heated seats further improve operator comfort.

CASE’s B series was designed off the back of 50 years of experience in this particular segment and features powerful breakout forces as well as a range of auxiliary hydraulic options that allow each machine to run hundreds of attachments, CASE said.

It also has extremely stable wheel and track bases that allow operators to work with confidence across any type of terrain, CASE added. The full range of vertical- and radial-lift machines provide options for every application from concentrated groundwork and grading to truck loading and material handling.

The CASE B Series provides either standard, high-flow or enhanced high-flow auxiliary hydraulics with pressures up to 4000 psi for running high-capacity hydraulic attachments such as cold planers and mulchers. All models additionally feature a connect under pressure manifold design that allows for quick removal of hydraulic lines.

Additional features such as Ride Control and self-leveling are available as options for further efficiency.

B Series model engines (except the SR130B & SR160B) feature either a cooled exhaust gas recirculation (CEGR) design with a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) or a CEGR design with selective catalytic reduction (SCR) after-treatment that requires no lifetime filter maintenance. CASE said this provides better fuel economy and more horsepower per litre when compared to other methods of after treatment.

All regular service points on all models are grouped at the rear of the machine for easier daily checks.