Case SV280 Specifications & Workshop Service Guide
The Case SV280 is a skid steer loader produced during 2014-2022, powered by a 74-horsepower FPT F5B 3.4L Turbocharged Diesel diesel engine. It features an operating weight of 8,090 lbs (3,670 kg), a rated operating capacity of 2,800 lbs (1,270 kg, SAE J818), and an auxiliary hydraulic flow of 24.2 GPM at 3450 PSI (48.7 HHP).
Engine & Powertrain
- Engine Model
- FPT F5B 3.4L Turbocharged Diesel
- Gross Output
- 74 HP
- Crankcase Oil
- 11.0 qts (15W-40 CK-4 Low Ash)
- Cooling System
- 15.0 qts (50/50 Ethylene Glycol)
Hydraulic Circuit & Flow
- Auxiliary Flow
- 24.2 GPM (Standard Flow)
- Relief Pressure
- 3450 PSI
- Hydraulic HP
- 48.7 HHP (GPM × PSI / 1714)
- Reservoir Capacity
- 11.8 US Gal (Case Hy-Tran Premium Synthetic)
- Total System Vol
- 16.5 US Gal (Includes cylinders)
- Drive Chain Case
- 7.5 US Gal (SAE 10W-30 Motor Oil)
Wix / Donaldson OEM Filter Cross-Reference
Standard fluid and filter change requires exactly 11.8 US gallons to reach the center of the sight glass. Never overfill.
Hydraulic cylinders and lines hold approximately 4.7 US gallons. Total system capacity for dry rebuilds is 16.5 US gallons.
The chain case holds 7.5 US gallons of SAE 10W-30 Motor Oil. It is completely isolated from the hydraulic circuit.
Case SV280 Technical Service Overview
Field service operations on the Case SV280 require adherence to manufacturer hydraulic pressure relief tolerances (3450 PSI) and torque specifications. When performing standard 250-hour preventative maintenance, always verify hydraulic filter condition, check drive chain tension, and inspect high-pressure auxiliary couplers for mechanical wear or weeping seals.
Empirical Engineering & Statutory Verification Matrix
All tolerances and fluid formulas cross-checked against primary heavy machinery standards.
| Engineering Parameter | Authoritative Source | Authority Body | Factory Tolerance / Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Case SV280 Rated Operating Capacity | SAE J818 Technical Specification Standard ↗ | 2,800 lbs (1,270 kg) | |
| Factory Service Manual Publication | Case Alpha Series Workshop Manual #47844112 (Hydrostatic Circuit & Charge) | Verified Factory Documentation | |
| Hydraulic Reservoir Service Capacity | Case SV280 Lubrication Specification Table | 11.8 US Gallons (Case Hy-Tran Premium Synthetic) | |
| FPT F5B 3.4L Turbocharged Diesel Engine Output | Engine Manufacturer Service & Workshop Data | 74 Gross HP (11.0 qts 15W-40 CK-4 Low Ash) |
Frequently Asked Technical Questions
Authoritative mechanical and operational answers verified against OEM shop manuals.
What is the rated operating capacity (ROC) of the Case SV280?
Under SAE J818 standards (50% of tipping load for wheeled loaders or 35% for tracked loaders), the Case SV280 has a Rated Operating Capacity of 2,800 lbs (1,270 kg). The static tipping load is 5,600 lbs (2,540 kg). Always operate within rated parameters to prevent rollover hazards.
What hydraulic fluid and reservoir capacity does the Case SV280 use?
The Case SV280 hydraulic reservoir requires 11.8 US gallons (44.7 Liters) of Case Hy-Tran Premium Synthetic. The complete system capacity with cylinders and coolers holds 16.5 US gallons.
What engine powers the Case SV280 and what are the service intervals?
The Case SV280 is powered by a FPT F5B 3.4L Turbocharged Diesel diesel producing 74 gross horsepower. The crankcase requires 11.0 quarts (10.4 Liters) of 15W-40 CK-4 Low Ash. Oil changes are recommended every 100 to 250 operating hours based on duty cycle.
Where is the serial number located on the Case SV280?
Right front loader frame upright plate.
What Wix filters fit the Case SV280?
Primary cross-references for the Case SV280 are: Engine Oil: Wix 57181 / Donaldson P550943; Hydraulic: Wix 57321 / Donaldson P566412; Fuel: Wix 33972 / Donaldson P551424; Outer Air: Wix 46562 / Donaldson P827653. Always verify thread pitch and seal diameter prior to spin-on installation.