Overview
The CaseIH 485XL is a utility farm tractor manufactured in Doncaster, England, between 1985 and 1990. This two-wheel drive model is powered by a 2.9L 3-cylinder diesel engine rated at 52 hp and comes standard with a Secura cab and hydrostatic power steering. Listed specifications include a rear lift capacity of 3700 lbs and a choice between an 8-speed synchromesh or a 16-speed two-speed power shift transmission.
Ideal Applications
Transmission Configuration:
The tractor is equipped with either an 8-speed synchromesh or a 16-speed transmission featuring a two-speed torque amplifier for on-the-move shifting.
Engine and PTO Output:
The 179 ci liquid-cooled diesel engine is rated at 52 hp with a claimed independent rear PTO output of 41 hp at 1936 engine RPM.
Hydraulic and Hitch Specifications:
This model features a Category II/I rear hitch with a 3700 lb lift capacity and a hydraulic system that delivers a pump flow of 12.4 gpm at 2500 psi.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Doncaster, England |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CaseIH |
Engine
| Engine type | CaseIH 2.9L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 29.6 gal (112.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.88x5.06 inches (99 x 129 mm) |
| Compression | 15:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 12 qts (11.4 L) |
| Description | CaseIH D-179 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 179 ci (2.9 L) |
| Idle RPM | 815-2180 |
| Power | 52 hp (38.8 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2180 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 134.2 lb-ft (182.0 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
| PTO (claimed) | 41 hp (30.6 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | 280mm dry disc / 280mm dry disc |
|---|---|
| Description | Four synchronized gears in two ranges, plus reverse range. / Four synchronized gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) plus reverse range. Two-speed torque amplifier provides an on-the-move shift to a lower speed. |
| Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse / 16 forward and 8 reverse |
| Transmission | Torque Amplifier |
| Type | synchromesh / two-speed power shift |
| Transmission type | 8-speed synchromesh / 16-speed two-speed power shift |
| Transmission type | 8-speed synchromesh / 16-speed two-speed power shift |
Mechanical
| Description | Wet disc brakes / Secura cab standard. |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2500 psi (172.4 bar) |
|---|---|
| Pump flow | 12.4 gpm (46.9 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 2.6 gpm (9.8 lpm) |
| Steering press. | 1550 psi (106.9 bar) |
Hitch
| Control | Top link draft sensing. |
|---|---|
| Rear lift | 3700 lbs (1678 kg) |
| Rear Type | II/I |
PTO
| Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
|---|---|
| Engine RPM | 540@1936 |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Electrical
| Battery AH | 95 |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 420 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 45 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 12.4-36 |
|---|---|
| Height (cab) | 99.2 inches (251 cm) |
| Length | 142.5 inches (361 cm) |
| Weight | 5620 lbs (2549 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 84.25 inches (213 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-16 |
| Rear tire | 12.4-36 |
| Weight | 5620 lbs (2549 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 84.25 inches (213 cm) |