Case 580e options

[GSVette]

I have a 580D/E 2nd, extendable that I’m selling as I am done with it. D/E as it was re- engined with a low hours Cummins BT-4 by the prior owner. The downside to the D model, in my opinion, is the crappy gauge panel on a circuit board-impossible to replace as even the used ones I was able to find had issues with functionality. Built my own gauge panel instead.

I have replaced hoses and cylinder seals on an excessive leakage basis-mostly because many of the hoses are long and expensive as well as being challenging to replace.

I wish mine was 4wd but the cost difference was too significant for what my needs were.

As I price comparison, I’m asking 12k and would likely accept 10k. Had about 30 responses on Marketplace so far-2 serious enough to come look at it-many lowballs or trades.

I’m sure it will sell to somebody like me who is developing land and needs a stout but low cost of ownership machine.

 

[480e]

I'd suggest looking for no older than a 580K or L as Case doesn't stock parts for older machines.

CAT is expensive but you can always get parts.

budget is limited to 10-15k

 

[480e]

I tend to disagree on the 580K or L for your kind of use as the newer you get past E series, the more high tech it gets. As far as parts go, aftermarket and used markets have a lot. Drivetrain parts are pretty plentiful

I have the ability as a mechanic by trade to replace just about everything on a 480E myself

 

[GSVette]

Case may not stock many of the parts however I’ve had very little trouble sourcing most of the parts I’ve needed either through the aftermarket or the used market. One of the advantages of the re-engining of my D model with the BT- ( besides the fact that it is darn near bulletproof) is the availability of parts for it.

 

[480e]

bought the 480e with 3700 hrs on it, very tight machine just needs fluids changed to begin a baseline maintenance log during my ownership