Case 584 (Pre-C) Rough Terrain Forklift: The Original Pre-C RT Forklift
The Case 584 (pre-C, non-lettered) is the foundational model in Case’s rough terrain forklift lineup — first introduced in the late 1960s and continuing into the early 1970s. Simple, extremely rugged platform that set the template for the entire 584 / 585 / 586 / 588 family that followed.
Where the 584 (Pre-C) fits in the Case forklift line
The 584 (pre-C) is the foundational model in the Case RT forklift line — predecessor to the 584C and all subsequent lettered variants. Original mechanical-injection diesel, power shuttle, fork lift mast with hydraulic tilt and lift. Built simple, built to last.
Case 584 (Pre-C) Rough Terrain Forklift - Quick Specs
- Class
- Rough Terrain Forklift
- Generation
- Original Pre-C
- Production
- Late 1960s - Early 1970s
- Engine
- Case Mechanical-Injection Diesel
- Drivetrain
- Power Shuttle
- Serial Plate Location
- Frame near operator platform; cab data plate
- Successor
- Case 584C Forklift
Engine, hydraulics, and drivetrain
The original 584 runs a Case mechanical-injection diesel through a power shuttle transmission. Power-shuttle clutch packs in forward and reverse drive the wheels through mechanical front and rear axles. Mast lift and tilt are hydraulic — single-section pump, mechanical control valves, direct-acting cylinders. Pre-electronic, pre-emissions — service architecture rewards a wrench and a parts catalog.
Common service items on the 584 (Pre-C)
- Engine internals: Case mechanical-injection diesel: pistons, rings, sleeves, head gaskets, bearings.
- Fuel system: Mechanical injection pump, injectors, lift pump, primary and secondary filters.
- Cooling system: Radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan, hoses, belts.
- Power shuttle / transmission: Power shuttle clutch packs, forward/reverse modulation, transmission filters and oil. Power-shuttle is a defining feature on Case RT forklifts.
- Steering hydraulics: Steering motor, steering cylinder seal kit, control valve, hoses.
- Mast hydraulics: Lift cylinder seal kits, tilt cylinder seal kits, chain tensioner, control valves, hoses.
- Mast components: Mast carriage rollers, lift chain inspection and replacement, fork carriage bushings, side-shift attachment service.
- Drivetrain: Front and rear axles, planetary final drives, driveshaft, axle differential service. 175978A1 needle bearing 10-pack and K395075 thrust washer fit 585G / 586G / 588G + loader-backhoe.
- Brakes: A168790 parking brake disc cross-fits Case forklift / loader-backhoe / trencher applications — high-volume service item. Service brakes and brake hydraulics.
- Cab / operator station: Seat, joystick / lever controls, gauges, key switch, ROPS canopy or enclosed cab. 377594A5 cab air filter fits Case loader tractor / backhoe / forklift cabs.
- Electrical: Starter, alternator, wiring harness, gauges, switches.
Parts and cross-fit components for the Case 584
| Category | Common Parts | Browse |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Pistons, rings, sleeves, head gaskets | Browse Engine |
| Fuel System | Injectors, lift pump, filters | Browse Fuel System |
| Cooling | Radiator, water pump, hoses, belts | Browse Cooling |
| Power Shuttle / Transmission | Clutch packs, filters, modulation valves | Browse Transmission |
| Steering Hydraulics | Steering motor, cylinder seal kits, valves | Browse Steering |
| Mast Hydraulics | Lift / tilt cylinder seal kits, valves, hoses | Browse Mast Hydraulics |
| Mast Components | Rollers, lift chains, fork carriage bushings | Browse Mast Parts |
| Drivetrain | 175978A1 needle bearing / K395075 thrust washer (G-series direct fit) | 175978A1 Needle Bearing |
| Brakes | A168790 parking brake disc (broad Case cross-fit) | A168790 Brake Disc |
| Cab | 377594A5 cab air filter, seat, ROPS | 377594A5 Cab Filter |
| Electrical | Starter, alternator, harness, gauges | Browse Electrical |
| Operator Station | Seat, gauges, controls | Browse Operator Station |
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Request a PartWhat to verify before ordering
- Serial number. Confirm the serial on the Case 584 (Pre-C) forklift before ordering year-specific parts.
- Engine serial. Internal engine parts must match the engine serial number.
- Mast configuration. Lift height, carriage width, fork length, and side-shift options vary — confirm mast spec before ordering carriage / chain / cylinder parts.
- Two-wheel vs. four-wheel drive. Some Case RT forklift models are available in 2WD and 4WD configurations — drivetrain parts differ.
- Power-shuttle generation. Power-shuttle transmissions saw revisions — confirm by serial before ordering clutch-pack components.
Why the 584 (Pre-C) still earns a paycheck
The Case 584 (pre-C) is a vintage workhorse — the model that defined Case RT forklifts for half a century of production. Lumberyards, farm operations, light construction, and any application where rough-terrain forklift capability was needed but a modern emissions-equipped forklift wasn’t practical or appropriate.
Maintenance priorities on a pre-C 584: clean fuel through good filtration, power-shuttle oil at temperature, mast chain inspection and lift cylinder seal replacement, brake service (A168790 cross-fits the Case family), and engine service per the original Case schedule.
