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Case 445CT Track Loader Specifications

The Case 445CT compact track loader is powered by 274 cu.in (4.5L) Case 445/M2 vertical in-line 4-cylinder direct injection liquid-cooled diesel engine with a rated power of 80.5 hp (60 kW) at 2300 rpm. The Case 445CT is equipped with a two-speed hydro transmission, axial-piston drive pumps, and 17.7" (450 mm) rubber tracks with steel inserts. The hydraulic system has a gear pump with fluid flow rate of 21 gpm (80 lpm). The hydraulic pressure is 3050 psi (210 bar). The track loader has a rated operating capacity of 2500 lbs (1135 kg) and tipping load of 7000 lbs (3175 kg). The boom lifting force is 4738 lbs (2155 kg), and bucket breakout force is 5167 lbs (2350 kg).

Engine Specs

Engine Model .................. Case 445/M2
Engine Type .................. 4-Stroke direct injection liquid-cooled diesel
Number of Cylinders .................. 4
Displacement, cu in (L) .................. 274 (4.50)
Engine Bore, in (mm) .................. 4.1 (104.0)
Engine Stroke, in (mm) .................. 5.2 (132.0)
Aspiration .................. Naturally aspirated
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) .................. 80.5 (60.0)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm .................. 2300
Maximum Torque, Nm (ft-lb) .................. 320 (236)
Torque Speed, rpm .................. 1400
High Idle Speed, rpm .................. 2500
Low Idle Speed, rpm .................. 1050
Firing Order .................. 1-3-4-2
Fuel System .................. Injection pump
Fuel Filter Type.................... In-line strainer
Governor Type .................. Mechanical
Lubricating System .................. Positive pressure
Oil Filter Type.................... Full-flow cartridge
Cooling System .................. Pressurized
Water Pump Type .................. Integral
Air Cleaner Type .................. Dry element
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) .................. 17.3 (65.5)
Oil Capacity, qts (L) .................. 12.7 (12.0)
Coolant Capacity, qts (L) .................. 18.0 (17.0)
Electrical System Rating, Volts .................. 12
Charging System .................. Alternator
Alternator Rating, Amps .................. 95

Drive Train

Drive System Type .................. Hydrostatic direct drive
Number of Gears .................. 2 (low/high)
Drive Pump Type .................. Tandem, axial-piston
Drive Motor Type .................. Fixed displacement, radial piston
Final Drive Type .................. Single reduction planetary
Brakes Type .................. Hydraulic wet disc
Forward Speed (Low), mph (kph) .................. 5.1 (8.2)
Forward Speed (High), mph (kph) .................. 8.0 (12.8)
Reverse Speed (Low), mph (kph) .................. 5.1 (8.2)
Reverse Speed (High), mph (kph) ..................8.0 (12.8)

Undercarriage

Tracks Type .................. Rubber with steel inserts
Track Adjustments .................. Hydraulic
Track Width (Std), in (mm) .................. 17.7 (450)
Track Width (Opt), in (mm) .................. 15.7 (400)
Ground Pressure (Std Track), psi (Bar) .................. 4.3 (0.276)
Ground Pressure (Opt Track), psi (Bar) .................. 4.8 (0.311)
Track Rollers (per side) .................. 4, triple flange
Front Idler Diameter, in (mm) .................. 13.7 (350)
Rear Idler Diameter, in (mm) .................. 11.4 (290)
Sprocket Teeth Number .................. 17

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic System Type .................. Open center
Hydraulic Pump Type .................. Gear
Pump Flow (Standard), gpm (Lpm) .................. 21.0 (80.0)
Pump Flow (High Flow), gpm (Lpm) .................. 33.7 (128.0)
System Pressure, Bar (psi) .................. 210 (3050)
Hydraulic Reservoir Capacity, gal (L) .................. 5.7 (21.7)
Hydraulic System Capacity, gal (L) .................. 11.0 (41.5)
Number of Valves .................. 3

Loader Performance

Rated Operating Capacity (35% tipping load), lbs (kg) .................. 2500 (1135)
Rated Operating Capacity (50% tipping load), lbs (kg) .................. 3500 (1588)
Tipping Load, lbs (kg) .................. 7000 (3175)
Boom Lifting Force, lbs (kg) .................. 4738 (2155)
Bucket Breakout Force, lbs (kg) .................. 5167 (2350)
Loader Boom Type .................. Vertical-lift

Dimensions and Weight

Length (Track On Ground), in (mm) .................. 64.7 (1645)
Length (w/o Bucket), in (mm) .................. 103.1 (2620)
Length (Bucket On Ground), in (mm) .................. 135.5 (3440)
Width (w/o Bucket), in (mm) .................. 65.4 (1660)
Height (Operator Cab), in (mm) .................. 80 (2030)
Height (Boom Raised), in (mm) .................. 158 (4010)
Height to Hinge Pin (Fully Raised), in (mm) .................. 120.6 (3060)
Dump Angle At Max Height, deg .................. 40
Dump Height (Fully Raised), in (mm) .................. 92.3 (2340)
Dump Reach At Max Height, in (mm) .................. 33.7 (860)
Rollback Angle At Max Height, deg .................. 27
Rollback Angle At Ground Level, deg .................. 95
Departure Angle, deg .................. 31
Bucket Width, in (mm) .................. 82 (2080)
Ground Clearance, in (mm) .................. 9 (230)
Shipping Weight, lbs (kg) .................. 8900 (4045)
Operating Weight, lbs (kg) .................. 9815 (4450)

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