Case CX135E XRD delivered to Lyon demolition project

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The machine is being operated by Franck Gojon and his son Kevin from contractor SJTP to dismantle an 11-m-high building on a restricted urban site, making room for a neighbouring school expansion.

The CX135E XRD is a 14.5 ton machine with a maximum power of 55 kW (73 hp). It has a transport width of 2.32 m, expandable to 2.92 m for stability, and a maximum working height of 13 m.

The cab tilts up to 30°, while it can lift 3.5 ton at maximum height in the front position with the blade down. Recommended attachments include crushers or sorting grabs up to 600 kg.

The excavator also features a hydraulically tiltable cab, panoramic top window, and two cameras on the boom and arm that feed a 10.4-in display, providing operators with visibility for precise and safe operation. 

Kevin Gojon said that the machine’s compact size combined with power allows them to load debris into skips without moving the machine frequently, reducing site congestion and risk of collisions.

He said: “The additional reach allows us to load debris into skips without constantly moving the machine. It speeds up the process and reduces the number of machines on site, lowering the risk of collisions.”

The CX135E XRD has a low centre of gravity, three demolition guards, armoured glass, and an overload sensing alarm. Standard features include an electric refuelling pump, auto-stop function, and LED work lights.

“At Case we’re committed to delivering real-world solutions that enable our customers to overcome complex challenges,” added Alain De Nanteuil, Head of Commercial Development for CASE Special Applications.

“As greenfield sites disappear, urban renewal and strict environmental regulations are driving the need to demolish existing structures and recycle materials. This is fueling demand for increasingly agile demolition machinery, tailored to confined, complex job sites where power and precision are critical.”