Overview
The CaseIH 956 XL is a farm utility tractor manufactured in Neuss, Germany, between 1985 and 1992. It is powered by an International Harvester 5.9L 6-cylinder diesel engine producing 95 hp at a rated 2200 RPM, featuring both 2WD and 4WD drive configurations.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Powertrain Performance:
Equipped with a liquid-cooled D-358 direct injection engine, the 956 XL delivers 261.8 lb-ft of torque at 1400 RPM and utilizes an IH-Total-synchron transmission providing 16 forward and 8 reverse gears.
Operational Weight and Chassis:
This model features a 102 to 103.5-inch wheelbase with weights ranging from 9458 lbs in 2WD to 10300 lbs in 4WD, supported by a standard cab with heat and optional air-conditioning.
Hydraulic and Hitch Capacity:
The hydraulic system operates at 2538 psi with a 11.4 gpm pump flow, supporting a Category II rear hitch rated for a maximum lift capacity of 9532 lbs.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Neuss, Germany |
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| Manufacturer | CaseIH |
Engine
| Engine type | International Harvester 5.9L 6-cyl diesel |
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| Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.0625 inches (98 x 129 mm) |
| Description | International Harvester D-358 / diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 358 ci (5.9 L) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Oil capacity | 12.7 qts (12.0 L) |
| Oil change | 200 h |
| Power | 95 hp (70.8 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 261.8 lb-ft (355.0 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
Transmission
| Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
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| Transmission | IH-Total-synchron |
| Transmission type | 16-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard with heat. Air-conditioning optional. |
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| Description | Power steering / Wet disc brakes |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2538 psi (175.0 bar) |
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| Pump flow | 11.4 gpm (43.1 lpm) |
| Valves | up to 3 |
Hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear lift | 9532 lbs (4323 kg) |
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
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Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Charging amps | 55 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-20. Rear: 16.9R38 (2WD) |
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| 2WD Clearance (front axle) | 20.2 inches (51 cm) |
| 2WD Front tread | 60.1 to 95.2 inches (152 to 241 cm) |
| 2WD Length | 165.1 inches (419 cm) |
| 2WD Weight | 9458 lbs (4290 kg) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 103.5 inches (262 cm) |
| 4WD Clearance (front axle) | 17.2 inches (43 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 64.3 to 76.1 inches (163 to 193 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 167.7 inches (425 cm) |
| 4WD Weight | 10300 lbs (4672 kg) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 102 inches (259 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 109.1 inches (277 cm) |
| Rear tread | 67.1 to 86.8 inches (4WD) (170 to 220 cm) |
| Width | 90.8 inches (230 cm) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 103.5 inches (262 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 102 inches (259 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-20 |
| Rear tire | 16.9R38 (2WD) |
| Weight | 9458 to 10300 pounds |
References
| Description | 856XL - 956LX - 1056XL published by CaseIH / 856XL - 956LX - 1056XL published in 1985, by CaseIH |
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Speeds
| Description | With 16.9R38 rear tires. |
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