The CX380E is rumbling onto jobsites with more power, functionality and operator-first features for comfort and control
Racine, Wis., June 3, 2025 –
CASE Construction Equipment continues to focus on developing swift, smooth, smart machines that help operators get more done with the launch of
the new CX380E large excavator. The 268-horsepower, 83,114 lb (37,700 kg) unit is the newest addition to CASE’s robust excavator lineup.
Whether it’s clearing land, trenching, craning pipes on construction and road sites, or even breaking rock, the CX380E gives crews brute power and intelligent hydraulics for more productivity. Rental companies can also count on the CX380E to expand customer options for a dependable jobsite workhorse.
Power, Performance and Control
The CX380E is built for heavy-duty tasks, with 56,000 lbs. of breakout force and fast cycle times. Operators can adjust the power to the task with four fuel-efficient work modes in a range up to 10 throttle settings: Super Power for the maximum possible power; Power for a hard-working mode suitable for daily operation; Eco for more fuel efficiency; and Lifting for maximum control during lifting and craning tasks. Eco mode lowers fuel consumption by up to 18 percent compared to previous CASE excavators. In addition, CASE telematics and site manager software provide precise data to measure fuel usage and other metrics to further improve efficiency.
“Big jobs demand big machines and the CASE CX380E large excavator is exactly that. Built like a beast, it delivers more power and more torque with faster response times,” says Terry Dolan, head of CNH Construction Brands, North America. “But it also delivers big on the total operator control that our customers expect from CASE.”
Like all CASE E Series large excavators, the CX380E offers advanced controls and customizable sensitivity settings so that users can dial in responses exactly to their preferences for easier operation. The 10-inch touchscreen lets operators store settings for up to 10 attachments (one-way and two-way) on one screen, making it simple to change attachments in seconds at the touch of a button — instead of hours — while reducing the risk of downtime or damage from overloading the attachment. The intelligent Hydraulic Flow Control Balance also makes the excavator even more responsive and efficient by customizing the priority of hydraulic flow used for movements like arm in and boom up as well as arm in and swinging.
For added control, the CX380E features selectable free swing functionality, giving operators more stability and improved safety with less fatigue when lifting and placing swinging loads, working on uneven terrain or loading trucks. Along with advanced controls, operators can also work more confidently using the 270-degree camera which provides a bird’s-eye view via the display screen for improved visibility and safer operation, as well as setting up arm and swing preferences.
Operator-First Cab Comfort
Just as visibility and control support safer operation, the cab is designed to support the operator through long hours on the jobsite. “Operators work hard, so creating an operator-first experience to help fight fatigue and increase efficiency is a priority in every new CASE machine,” says Dolan. “We designed the CX380E cab with automotive-like features, with heated, air-suspension seating and lots of legroom. A suspended operator station locks the seat and console together so no matter the operator’s size, they have the same experience and ergonomic access to the controls. Together, these features boost comfort and help workers get more done on the job.”
Maintenance and Support
For maintenance and serviceability, the CX380E has advanced telematics, allowing dealers to run diagnostics and update software remotely without the need for an on-site service technician—saving time and money while promoting more uptime. In addition, the comprehensive CASE ProCare heavy machine support program comes standard, with a 3-year/3,000-hour full machine factory warranty, plus 3-year/2,000-hour planned maintenance support and a 5-year advanced telematics subscription.
For more information on the new CASE CX380E, visit
https://www.casece.com/en-us/northamerica/products/excavators/large-excavators/cx380e.