Case SR240B vs Gehl V210
Quick take: The Gehl V210 costs $1,000 less; the Case SR240B has a higher rated operating capacity (2,400 vs 2,100 lbs); the Case SR240B has more engine power (74 vs 69 hp).
| Spec | Case SR240B | Gehl V210 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $59,000 | $58,000 |
| Rating | 4.4★ (240) | 4.2★ (55) |
| Type | Wheeled Skid Steer | Wheeled Skid Steer |
| Lift Path | Radial Lift | Vertical Lift |
| ROC | 2400 lbs | 2100 lbs |
| Engine HP | 74 hp | 69 hp |
| Operating Weight | 7400 lbs | 7480 lbs |
| Tipping Load | 4800 lbs | 4200 lbs |
| Lift Height | 125.1 in | 120.5 in |
| Hydraulic Flow | 24.2 GPM | 22.9 GPM |
| Engine | FPT | Yanmar 4TNV98C |
| Tracks | No | No |
| Vertical lift | No | Yes |
| High-flow | Yes | Yes |
| Enclosed cab | Yes | Yes |
| Two-speed | Yes | Yes |
| Self-leveling | Yes | Yes |
| A/C & heat | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 yr / 2000 hr | 2 yr / 2000 hr |
Pros & cons
Case SR240B
- ✓The 8,680 lb bucket breakout force is the strongest of any radial B-series Case and embarrasses machines with far more horsepower in the dirt.
- ✓Tier 4 compliance via cooled EGR and a DOC only - no DPF regens, no DEF tank - keeps emissions maintenance at effectively zero.
- ✓The 3.4L FPT's 232 lb-ft of torque is the story rather than the 74 hp rating, and owners consistently report it lugs through hard pushing without stalling.
- ✓The 24.2 GPM standard flow with an available 37.6 GPM high-flow package runs a genuinely wide attachment range for a radial machine.
- ✓A heavy-duty hydraulic attachment coupler comes standard on the SR240B - it's only optional on the smaller B-series machines.
- ✓The B-series update added the 8-inch LCD display with backup camera, push-button start, and adjustable EH controls over the outgoing SR240.
- ✓Case's wide cab, big door opening, and low entry are repeatedly praised by larger operators who feel cramped in Bobcat and Deere mid-frames.
- ✓Price per pound of capacity undercuts a comparable Bobcat S76 or Cat 260 build by a healthy margin.
- ✗Radial lift geometry limits reach and dump height at the top of the arc, so loading tall trucks is the vertical-lift SV280B's job.
- ✗Case's construction dealer network is thinner than the big three, and slow parts availability is the most common owner complaint.
- ✗Owners report B-series sensor faults - the operator-presence seat sensor especially - that can lock out hydraulics until cleaned or replaced.
- ✗Resale value trails Bobcat, Cat, and Deere, clawing back some of the attractive purchase price at trade-in.
- ✗At 7,400 lbs with a bucket it's past half-ton towing territory, needing a 3/4-ton truck and a stout trailer.
- ✗Electrical gremlins and display glitches show up in owner forums often enough to be a pattern, usually resolved by dealer software updates.
- ✗High-flow, ride control, and the comfort cab package are all extra-cost options that move the real price well above base.
- ✗The FPT engine is less familiar to independent mechanics than Cat or Kubota power, which can complicate rural or out-of-warranty service.
Gehl V210
- ✓The vertical lift path carries loads straight up rather than arcing back, making pallet work and truck loading noticeably easier than on Gehl's R-series.
- ✓As a 2023-introduced model it's one of the freshest designs in Gehl's lineup, with updated ergonomics over the older R-series cabs.
- ✓The naturally aspirated Yanmar 4TNV98C is the same base engine family Gehl has run for years, with a strong reputation for simple reliability.
- ✓An optional 30 GPM high-flow package covers most hydraulic attachments short of the largest mulchers.
- ✓Optional two-speed pushes travel to over 11 mph, quick for a wheeled machine moving between piles on a big yard.
- ✓Available switchable self-leveling keeps forks flat automatically but can be turned off for precise bucket work.
- ✓A full cab with heat, A/C, and an air-ride seat is available, addressing the comfort gap older small Gehls had.
- ✓An optional counterweight kit raises rated capacity to about 2,250 lbs for heavier pallet loads.
- ✗Gehl's limited dealer network remains the brand's biggest weakness, and a newer model means fewer techs have hands-on experience with it.
- ✗As a recently launched machine there's little long-term reliability history, which cautious buyers count against it.
- ✗The 120.5-inch hinge pin height trails the V270's 130-plus inches, so the tallest truck sides still favor its bigger sibling.
- ✗Resale on Gehl wheeled machines is soft, and an unproven new model may depreciate faster than established competitors.
- ✗At 7,480 lbs it needs a heavy trailer, giving up the easy-towing advantage of Gehl's smaller frames.
- ✗Options add up quickly - cab, A/C, two-speed, high-flow, and self-leveling are all extra-cost items.
- ✗The 22.9 GPM standard flow is adequate but unremarkable when Case and Cat ship similar or better flow standard.
- ✗Used units are scarce, so price discovery is hard and financing comps are limited for private buyers.