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Case 680 Backhoe loaders tech specs
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1983-2015
4.88 m Backhoe digging depth
3.47 m Backhoe dump height
215 cm Bucket width
52.95 kw Gross power
1.71 m Loader dump reach
6,577 kg Operating weight
A legendary utility backhoe known for toughness and simplicity, the Case 680 delivers 52.95 kW of gross power with 4.88 m digging depth and a 6,577 kg operating weight. With a 215 cm bucket and compact loader reach, it fits trenching, foundations, and general site work where reliability beats fancy tech.
Gross power 52.95 kW
Backhoe digging depth 4.88 m
Backhoe dump height 3.47 m
Bucket width 215 cm
Loader dump reach 1.71 m
Operating weight ~6,577 kg
Price range AED 48K–82K
Makana rating
Owner rating
Market average
AED 82,000Starting from
AED 48,000Case 680 technical specifications
Highlight differences
Alternator supplied amperage
Alternator supplied amperage 55 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage -
Alternator supplied amperage 40 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 40 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 40 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage 65 Amh
Bore
Bore 10.67 cm
Bore -
Bore 11.94 cm
Bore -
Bore 10.41 cm
Bore 10.41 cm
Displacement
Displacement 4,401.58 cu cm
Displacement 5,506.07 cu cm
Displacement 5,501.15 cu cm
Displacement 5,506.07 cu cm
Displacement 5,900.99 cu cm
Displacement 5,882.97 cu cm
Engine make
Engine make J.I. Case
Engine make -
Engine make J.I. Case
Engine make -
Engine make J.I. Case
Engine make Case
Gross power
Gross power 52.95 kw
Gross power -
Gross power 65.62 kw
Gross power 64.88 kw
Gross power 75.32 kw
Gross power 75.32 kw
Max torque
Max torque 277.94 Nm
Max torque 299.63 Nm
Max torque -
Max torque 319.97 Nm
Max torque 352.51 Nm
Max torque 370.13 Nm
Net power
Net power 47.73 kw
Net power 59.66 kw
Net power 59.66 kw
Net power 59.66 kw
Net power 67.11 kw
Net power 67.11 kw
Number of cylinders
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders -
Number of cylinders 6
Power measured @
Power measured @ 2,000 rpm
Power measured @ 2,200 rpm
Power measured @ 2,200 rpm
Power measured @ 2,200 rpm
Power measured @ 2,200 rpm
Power measured @ 2,200 rpm
Stroke
Stroke 12.7 cm
Stroke -
Stroke 12.7 cm
Stroke -
Stroke 12.19 cm
Stroke 12.19 cm
Torque measured @
Torque measured @ 1,300 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,500 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,500 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,500 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,200 rpm
Torque measured @ 1,200 rpm
Years
Years 1983-2015
Years 1983-2015
Years 1983-2015
Years 1983-2015
Years 1983-2015
Years 1983-2015
Market Average
Market Average AED 82,000
Market Average AED 82,000
Market Average AED 82,000
Market Average AED 82,000
Market Average AED 82,000
Market Average AED 82,000
Price
Price AED 48,000
Price AED 48,000
Price AED 48,000
Price AED 48,000
Price AED 48,000
Price AED 48,000
Backhoe digging depth
Backhoe digging depth 4.88 m
Backhoe digging depth 5.12 m
Backhoe digging depth 5.12 m
Backhoe digging depth 5.06 m
Backhoe digging depth 5.03 m
Backhoe digging depth 5.03 m
Backhoe dump height
Backhoe dump height 3.47 m
Backhoe dump height -
Backhoe dump height 3.51 m
Backhoe dump height -
Backhoe dump height 3.41 m
Backhoe dump height 3.44 m
Backhoe reach from swivel
Backhoe reach from swivel 5.82 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 6.1 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 6.1 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 6.07 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 6.04 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 6.1 m
Breakout force
Breakout force 4,647.87 kg
Breakout force -
Breakout force 4,855.89 kg
Breakout force -
Breakout force 4,545 kg
Breakout force 4,545 kg
Loader dump reach
Loader dump reach 1.71 m
Loader dump reach -
Loader dump reach 0.79 m
Loader dump reach 0.79 m
Loader dump reach 0.79 m
Loader dump reach 1.28 m
Loader digging depth
Loader digging depth -
Loader digging depth 9.65 cm
Loader digging depth -
Loader digging depth 6.86 cm
Loader digging depth -
Loader digging depth 6.6 cm
Loader dump height
Loader dump height -
Loader dump height 2.93 m
Loader dump height 2.93 m
Loader dump height 2.9 m
Loader dump height 2.9 m
Loader dump height 2.9 m
Bucket width
Bucket width 215 cm
Bucket width 243 cm
Bucket width 218 cm
Bucket width 243 cm
Bucket width 218 cm
Bucket width 243 cm
Engine model
Engine model 267D
Engine model 336
Engine model A336DDC
Engine model A336BD
Engine model -
Engine model 6-590
Max speed forward
Max speed forward 29.13 kph
Max speed forward 31.22 kph
Max speed forward 30.74 kph
Max speed forward 31.06 kph
Max speed forward 31.22 kph
Max speed forward 28.16 kph
Operating voltage
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage -
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 24 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating weight
Operating weight 6,577 kg
Operating weight 7,693 kg
Operating weight 6,869 kg
Operating weight 7,191 kg
Operating weight 6,758 kg
Operating weight 8,129 kg
Transmission type
Transmission type Powershuttle
Transmission type synchromesh
Transmission type Powershuttle
Transmission type -
Transmission type Powershift
Transmission type Powershift
Bucket capacity
Bucket capacity -
Bucket capacity 1.22 cu m
Bucket capacity -
Bucket capacity 1.22 cu m
Bucket capacity -
Bucket capacity 1.15 cu m
Front tires size (2WD)
Front tires size (2WD) 11Lx16
Front tires size (2WD) -
Front tires size (2WD) 11.00x16
Front tires size (2WD) -
Front tires size (2WD) 12.5Lx16
Front tires size (2WD) 11 * 16
Rear tires size
Rear tires size 16.9x24
Rear tires size 16.9x24
Rear tires size 16.9x24
Rear tires size 16.9x24 R4
Rear tires size 16.9x24
Rear tires size 19.5L* 24
Front tread range
Front tread range 179.07 cm
Front tread range -
Front tread range 187.2 cm
Front tread range -
Front tread range 182.12 cm
Front tread range 13.21 cm
Ground clearance
Ground clearance 0.34 m
Ground clearance 0.37 m
Ground clearance 0.37 m
Ground clearance -
Ground clearance -
Ground clearance 0.37 m
Rear tread range
Rear tread range 169.16 cm
Rear tread range -
Rear tread range 167.13 cm
Rear tread range -
Rear tread range 170.18 cm
Rear tread range 17.02 cm
Wheelbase
Wheelbase 2.04 m
Wheelbase 2.16 m
Wheelbase 2.19 m
Wheelbase 2.23 m
Wheelbase 2.23 m
Wheelbase 2.23 m
Height - top of cab
Height - top of cab -
Height - top of cab 2.8 m
Height - top of cab -
Height - top of cab 2.93 m
Height - top of cab 2.93 m
Height - top of cab 2.96 m
Overall Length
Overall Length -
Overall Length 6.8 m
Overall Length 6.77 m
Overall Length 6.95 m
Overall Length 7.01 m
Overall Length 7.01 m
Overall Width
Overall Width -
Overall Width 2.32 m
Overall Width -
Overall Width 2.32 m
Overall Width 2.32 m
Overall Width 2.44 m
Turning radius
Turning radius -
Turning radius -
Turning radius -
Turning radius 5.97 m
Turning radius -
Turning radius -
Fuel cap
Fuel cap 105.98 liter
Fuel cap 113.55 liter
Fuel cap 113.55 liter
Fuel cap 124.91 liter
Fuel cap -
Fuel cap 163.13 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap
Hydraulic fluid cap 66.24 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 52.23 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 52.23 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 52.23 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 51.85 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap 54.13 liter
Cooling fluid cap
Cooling fluid cap -
Cooling fluid cap 30.28 liter
Cooling fluid cap 30.66 liter
Cooling fluid cap 34.44 liter
Cooling fluid cap 25.74 liter
Cooling fluid cap 25.74 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity
Rear axle fluid capacity -
Rear axle fluid capacity 12.87 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity -
Rear axle fluid capacity 7.95 liter
Rear axle fluid capacity -
Rear axle fluid capacity 2.65 liter
Transmission fluid cap
Transmission fluid cap -
Transmission fluid cap 11.36 liter
Transmission fluid cap -
Transmission fluid cap 15.14 liter
Transmission fluid cap -
Transmission fluid cap 15.14 liter
Front axle fluid capacity
Front axle fluid capacity -
Front axle fluid capacity -
Front axle fluid capacity -
Front axle fluid capacity -
Front axle fluid capacity -
Front axle fluid capacity 2.65 liter
Max speed reverse
Max speed reverse 37.01 kph
Max speed reverse 31.22 kph
Max speed reverse 30.74 kph
Max speed reverse 31.06 kph
Max speed reverse 31.22 kph
Max speed reverse 28.16 kph
Number of forward gears
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears -
Number of forward gears 3
Number of forward gears 3
Number of reverse gears
Number of reverse gears 4
Number of reverse gears 4
Number of reverse gears 4
Number of reverse gears -
Number of reverse gears 3
Number of reverse gears 3
Pump flow cap
Pump flow cap 94.63 lpm
Pump flow cap -
Pump flow cap 102.95 lpm
Pump flow cap 98.41 lpm
Pump flow cap 168.05 lpm
Pump flow cap 70.78 lpm
Pump type
Pump type Open center
Pump type -
Pump type Open center
Pump type -
Pump type -
Pump type Front mounted positive displacement tandem gear type
Relief valve pressure
Relief valve pressure 148.23 bar
Relief valve pressure -
Relief valve pressure -
Relief valve pressure 175.81 bar
Relief valve pressure 137.89 bar
Relief valve pressure 137.89 bar
Engine oil cap
Engine oil cap -
Engine oil cap 9.84 liter
Engine oil cap 10.6 liter
Engine oil cap 15.14 liter
Engine oil cap 11.73 liter
Engine oil cap 14.38 liter
Extended backhoe digging depth
Extended backhoe digging depth -
Extended backhoe digging depth 6.37 m
Extended backhoe digging depth 6.37 m
Extended backhoe digging depth 6.28 m
Extended backhoe digging depth 6.61 m
Extended backhoe digging depth 6.28 m
Extended backhoe dump height
Extended backhoe dump height -
Extended backhoe dump height 3.84 m
Extended backhoe dump height 3.84 m
Extended backhoe dump height 4.27 m
Extended backhoe dump height 4.27 m
Extended backhoe dump height 4.02 m
Extended backhoe dump reach
Extended backhoe dump reach -
Extended backhoe dump reach 4.02 m
Extended backhoe dump reach -
Extended backhoe dump reach 3.66 m
Extended backhoe dump reach -
Extended backhoe dump reach 3.41 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel
Extended backhoe reach from swivel -
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 7.32 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 7.28 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 7.35 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 7.32 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 7.32 m
Bucket digging force
Bucket digging force -
Bucket digging force -
Bucket digging force 5,272.02 kg
Bucket digging force -
Bucket digging force 5,120.61 kg
Bucket digging force 5,120.61 kg
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Case 680 expert review
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Overview
The Case 680 delivers 52.95 kW of gross power with 4.88 m digging depth and 6,577 kg operating weight for utility and light construction work.
Pros Extremely durable drivetrain, simple hydraulics, easy servicing.
Cons Slower cycle times, basic cab comfort.
Efficiency
A 3.47 m dump height and 4.88 m digging depth suit trenching and backfill cycles.
In Cabin
Old-school layout with clear visibility and straightforward controls.
In Comparison
Against the Volvo 616 and New Holland 675, the 680 emphasizes durability over outright power.
Final Verdict
Rated 5 stars, the Case 680 fits budget utility work, priced between AED 48,000 and 82,000.
Case 680 owner rating
Case 680 Backhoe loaders [1983-2015]
1983-2015
Overall rating
Based on 3 ratings
4.7
performance
4.7
comfort
5.0
fuel efficiency
5.0
safety
4.7
features
4.3
5 stars
67 %
4 stars
33 %
3 stars
0 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
Pros
Runs for years with basic maintenance and minimal surprises.
Cons
Feels slow compared to modern backhoes.
performance
4.0
comfort
5.0
fuel efficiency
5.0
safety
5.0
features
4.0
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Highlight differences
Alternator supplied amperage
Alternator supplied amperage 55 Amh
Alternator supplied amperage -
Alternator supplied amperage 70 Amh
Bore
Bore 10.67 cm
Bore -
Bore 11.43 cm
Displacement
Displacement 4,401.58 cu cm
Displacement -
Displacement 5,001.34 cu cm
Engine make
Engine make J.I. Case
Engine make -
Engine make New Holland
Gross power
Gross power 52.95 kw
Gross power 59.66 kw
Gross power 74.57 kw
Max torque
Max torque 277.94 Nm
Max torque -
Max torque 412.16 Nm
Net power
Net power 47.73 kw
Net power -
Net power 73.08 kw
Number of cylinders
Number of cylinders 4
Number of cylinders -
Number of cylinders 4
Power measured @
Power measured @ 2,000 rpm
Power measured @ -
Power measured @ -
Stroke
Stroke 12.7 cm
Stroke -
Stroke 12.7 cm
Torque measured @
Torque measured @ 1,300 rpm
Torque measured @ -
Torque measured @ 1,400 rpm
Years
Years 1983-2015
Years 1974-1981
Years 1996-2003
Market Average
Market Average AED 82,000
Market Average AED 79,000
Market Average AED 385,000
Price
Price AED 48,000
Price AED 51,000
Price AED 136,000
Backhoe digging depth
Backhoe digging depth 4.88 m
Backhoe digging depth 4.21 m
Backhoe digging depth 4.72 m
Backhoe dump height
Backhoe dump height 3.47 m
Backhoe dump height -
Backhoe dump height 3.87 m
Backhoe reach from swivel
Backhoe reach from swivel 5.82 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 5.33 m
Backhoe reach from swivel 5.94 m
Breakout force
Breakout force 4,647.87 kg
Breakout force 3,900.9 kg
Breakout force 5,851.35 kg
Loader dump reach
Loader dump reach 1.71 m
Loader dump reach 0.7 m
Loader dump reach 0.79 m
Loader dump height
Loader dump height -
Loader dump height 2.93 m
Loader dump height 2.71 m
Bucket width
Bucket width 215 cm
Bucket width -
Bucket width 223 cm
Engine model
Engine model 267D
Engine model BM D 42
Engine model BSD 450 T
Max speed forward
Max speed forward 29.13 kph
Max speed forward 29.77 kph
Max speed forward 32.35 kph
Operating voltage
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating voltage -
Operating voltage 12 V
Operating weight
Operating weight 6,577 kg
Operating weight 8,340 kg
Operating weight 7,399 kg
Transmission type
Transmission type Powershuttle
Transmission type hydromechanical gearbox with power shift
Transmission type Powershuttle
Front tires size (2WD)
Front tires size (2WD) 11Lx16
Front tires size (2WD) 10.00-20/12
Front tires size (2WD) 11L-16
Rear tires size
Rear tires size 16.9x24
Rear tires size 18.4-30/12
Rear tires size 19.5Lx24
Front tread range
Front tread range 179.07 cm
Front tread range -
Front tread range -
Ground clearance
Ground clearance 0.34 m
Ground clearance -
Ground clearance 0.49 m
Rear tread range
Rear tread range 169.16 cm
Rear tread range -
Rear tread range -
Wheelbase
Wheelbase 2.04 m
Wheelbase 2.38 m
Wheelbase 2.19 m
Height - top of cab
Height - top of cab -
Height - top of cab 2.8 m
Height - top of cab 2.87 m
Overall Length
Overall Length -
Overall Length 8.14 m
Overall Length 7.19 m
Turning radius
Turning radius -
Turning radius 6.16 m
Turning radius -
Overall Width
Overall Width -
Overall Width -
Overall Width 2.29 m
Fuel cap
Fuel cap 105.98 liter
Fuel cap -
Fuel cap 105.98 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap
Hydraulic fluid cap 66.24 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap -
Hydraulic fluid cap 137.02 liter
Cooling fluid cap
Cooling fluid cap -
Cooling fluid cap -
Cooling fluid cap 23.85 liter
Max speed reverse
Max speed reverse 37.01 kph
Max speed reverse 29.77 kph
Max speed reverse 40.23 kph
Number of forward gears
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears 4
Number of forward gears 4
Number of reverse gears
Number of reverse gears 4
Number of reverse gears 4
Number of reverse gears 4
Pump flow cap
Pump flow cap 94.63 lpm
Pump flow cap -
Pump flow cap 143.83 lpm
Pump type
Pump type Open center
Pump type -
Pump type Open center
Relief valve pressure
Relief valve pressure 148.23 bar
Relief valve pressure -
Relief valve pressure 196.5 bar
Bucket digging force
Bucket digging force -
Bucket digging force -
Bucket digging force 5,533.83 kg
Engine oil cap
Engine oil cap -
Engine oil cap -
Engine oil cap 17.03 liter
Extended backhoe digging depth
Extended backhoe digging depth -
Extended backhoe digging depth -
Extended backhoe digging depth 5.91 m
Extended backhoe dump height
Extended backhoe dump height -
Extended backhoe dump height -
Extended backhoe dump height 4.6 m
Extended backhoe reach from swivel
Extended backhoe reach from swivel -
Extended backhoe reach from swivel -
Extended backhoe reach from swivel 7.04 m
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