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Caterpillar 440 vs Case 590SN
Published specs and dimensions of two backhoe loaders side by side. Every value comes from the manufacturer document cited on each model page; ≈ marks a unit conversion.
Key differences
The Caterpillar 440 is 522 lb (237 kg) heavier, 2 in (55 mm) wider, 2 in (59 mm) taller and 2 ft 2 in (667 mm) longer than the Case 590SN.
- Net power: 86 kW / 115 hp (Caterpillar 440) vs 81 kW / 109 hp (Case 590SN); Caterpillar 440 is higher.
- Wheelbase: 2,215 mm / 7 ft 3 in (Caterpillar 440) vs 2,150 mm / 7 ft 1 in (Case 590SN); Caterpillar 440 is higher.
- Track gauge / tread: 2,016 mm / 6 ft 7 in (Caterpillar 440) vs 1,890 mm / 6 ft 2 in (Case 590SN); Caterpillar 440 is higher.
- Ground clearance: 316 mm / 12.4 in (Caterpillar 440) vs 360 mm / 14.2 in (Case 590SN); Case 590SN is higher.
- Displacement: 3.6 L / 220 cu in (Caterpillar 440) vs 3.4 L / 207 cu in (Case 590SN); Caterpillar 440 is higher.
- Pump / aux flow: 220 L/min / 58.1 gpm (Caterpillar 440) vs 162.6 L/min / 43 gpm (Case 590SN); Caterpillar 440 is higher.
Computed from the published figures for each model's stated configuration (listed below the table). Options such as boom, bucket, tracks or tires change these numbers.
Caterpillar 440 specs Case 590SN specs Open in interactive compare Trailer fit: Caterpillar 440 Trailer fit: Case 590SN
Side-by-side specs
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| Spec | Caterpillar 440 | Case 590SN |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | ||
| Operating weight | 9,910 kg | 9,673 kg |
| Dimensions | ||
| Overall length | 7,867 mm | ≈ 7,200 mm |
| Overall width | 2,415 mm | ≈ 2,360 mm |
| Overall height | 2,769 mm | ≈ 2,710 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,215 mm | ≈ 2,150 mm |
| Track gauge / tread | 2,016 mm | ≈ 1,890 mm |
| Ground clearance | 316 mm | 360 mm |
| Turning radius | Not published | ≈ 3,810 mm |
| Transport height | 4,052 mm | ≈ 3,540 mm |
| Undercarriage / tires | ||
| Undercarriage type | Wheeled, rigid frame AWD | Wheeled, rigid frame 4WD |
| Number of axles | 2 | 2 |
| Wheels (count) | 4 | 4 |
| Tire size | Front 340/80-18, rear 500/70-24 | Front 14.0 L × 17.5, rear 21.0 L × 24.0 |
| Ground pressure | ||
| Ground pressure | Not published | Not published |
| Axle loads | ||
| Axle load, front (unladen/operating) | Not published | Not published |
| Axle load, rear (unladen/operating) | Not published | Not published |
| Engine | ||
| Engine model | Cat C3.6 | FPT F5BFL413A |
| Net power | 86 kW | 81 kW |
| Gross power | 97 kW | Not captured |
| Displacement | 3.6 L | 3.4 L |
| Rated speed | 2,200 rpm | Not captured |
| Hydraulics | ||
| Pump / aux flow | 220 L/min | 162.6 L/min |
| System / relief pressure | ≈ 26.2 MPa | ≈ 23.8 MPa |
| Performance | ||
| Max travel speed | 40.1 km/h | 37 km/h |
| Max digging depth | 4,718 mm | ≈ 4,720 mm |
| Max reach (at ground) | 6,210 mm | ≈ 5,980 mm |
| Rated / lift capacity | 3,983 kg | 3,541 kg |
| Bucket capacity | 1.34 m³ | 0.92 m³ |
Configurations.
Caterpillar 440: Standard stick hoe, OROPS, AWD, autoshift transmission, single tilt loader with 1.34 m³ GP pin-on bucket (bolt-on edge), 610 mm severe-duty hoe bucket, 340/80-18 front and 500/70-24 rear tires.
Case 590SN: SAE transport configuration: 4WD, cab with heat/A/C, ride control, 4 IN 1 loader bucket (0.92 m³), Extendahoe, 610 mm HD backhoe bucket, 499 kg (1,100 lb) front counterweight, 14.0 L × 17.5 front and 21.0 L × 24.0 rear tires; FPT F5BFL413A Tier 4 Final.