12N Backhoe Loader | Questions and Answers | 2026
What is the model of the BHL? Model M580 SM2
Who manufactured the BHL? Manufactured by Case
What is the BHL Engine model? 445T / M2
How long is the BHL (Transport Configuration)? 22 ft 8 in Long
How high is the BHL (Transport Configuration)? 10 ft 10 in High
How wide is the BHL (Transport Configuration)? 7 ft 10 in wide
What is the weight of the BHL (Wet weight including fuel)? 18,500 lbs (pounds)
Before transporting the BHL, what must you do? Tape the exhaust stack to prevent the turbocharger from spinning.
When would you engage the 4WD on the BHL? The 4WD front axle can be engaged to provide additional traction.
When would you engage the differential lock on the Help prevent rear wheel slippage when using Front End Loader.
BHL?
What are the Service Brake characteristics (WHIPS)? Wet disks, Hydraulically actuated, Inboard mounted, Park brake is manual,
and Self-adjusting.
What is the maximum slope of BHL when going uphill on 15% uphill slope on firm ground.
firm ground?
, What is the maximum slope of BHL when going downhill 15% downhill on firm ground.
on firm ground?
What is the maximum slope of BHL when going side on 15% side slope on firm ground.
firm ground?
What is the maximum towing speed of the BHL? 5 mph.
What is the towing distance of the BHL? No more than a mile.
What is the minimum distance that all parts of the 15 ft away from all power sources.
BHL must keep from all power sources?
The BHL engine must never exceed what RPM (Rotations 2500 rpm.
Per Minute)?
What is the maximum fording depth of the BHL? 20 in.
What is the maximum fording speed of the BHL? 5 mph.
What is the maximum fording entrance and exit slope of 15%.
the BHL?
What is the ground clearance at backhoe frame? 13.7 in.
What is the maximum speed in manual mode on 25.5 mph.
improved roads?
What is the maximum speed in automatic mode 25.9 mph.
on improved roads?
What is the maxiumum speed when maneuvering in 7 mph.
uneven terrain?
What is the maximum speed when traveling in 2nd 8.1 mph.
gear and reverse?
What is the Ride Control Switch on the BHL used for? It is used to reduce the forward and backward pitching motion of the Front end
loader which increases productivity and improves operator comfort.
What is the BHL designed for? The BHL is designed for moving earthen materials around a construction site or
open up an underground utility site.
What can the BHL dig? It can dig openings for basements, trenches, foxholes, fighting positions,
crew served weapons, etc.
What is the FEL (Front End Loader) used for on the BHL? The FEL is used for moving excess material a short distance away from the
immediate area or loading it into a vehicle for moving to a new location.
What is the model of the BHL? Model M580 SM2
Who manufactured the BHL? Manufactured by Case
What is the BHL Engine model? 445T / M2
How long is the BHL (Transport Configuration)? 22 ft 8 in Long
How high is the BHL (Transport Configuration)? 10 ft 10 in High
How wide is the BHL (Transport Configuration)? 7 ft 10 in wide
What is the weight of the BHL (Wet weight including fuel)? 18,500 lbs (pounds)
Before transporting the BHL, what must you do? Tape the exhaust stack to prevent the turbocharger from spinning.
When would you engage the 4WD on the BHL? The 4WD front axle can be engaged to provide additional traction.
When would you engage the differential lock on the Help prevent rear wheel slippage when using Front End Loader.
BHL?
What are the Service Brake characteristics (WHIPS)? Wet disks, Hydraulically actuated, Inboard mounted, Park brake is manual,
and Self-adjusting.
What is the maximum slope of BHL when going uphill on 15% uphill slope on firm ground.
firm ground?
, What is the maximum slope of BHL when going downhill 15% downhill on firm ground.
on firm ground?
What is the maximum slope of BHL when going side on 15% side slope on firm ground.
firm ground?
What is the maximum towing speed of the BHL? 5 mph.
What is the towing distance of the BHL? No more than a mile.
What is the minimum distance that all parts of the 15 ft away from all power sources.
BHL must keep from all power sources?
The BHL engine must never exceed what RPM (Rotations 2500 rpm.
Per Minute)?
What is the maximum fording depth of the BHL? 20 in.
What is the maximum fording speed of the BHL? 5 mph.
What is the maximum fording entrance and exit slope of 15%.
the BHL?
What is the ground clearance at backhoe frame? 13.7 in.
What is the maximum speed in manual mode on 25.5 mph.
improved roads?
What is the maximum speed in automatic mode 25.9 mph.
on improved roads?
What is the maxiumum speed when maneuvering in 7 mph.
uneven terrain?
What is the maximum speed when traveling in 2nd 8.1 mph.
gear and reverse?
What is the Ride Control Switch on the BHL used for? It is used to reduce the forward and backward pitching motion of the Front end
loader which increases productivity and improves operator comfort.
What is the BHL designed for? The BHL is designed for moving earthen materials around a construction site or
open up an underground utility site.
What can the BHL dig? It can dig openings for basements, trenches, foxholes, fighting positions,
crew served weapons, etc.
What is the FEL (Front End Loader) used for on the BHL? The FEL is used for moving excess material a short distance away from the
immediate area or loading it into a vehicle for moving to a new location.
