Overview
The J.I. Case 310 is a utility farm tractor produced from 1956 to 1958 in Rock Island, Illinois, with a total production run of 3,175 units. It features a 2.4L four-cylinder engine available in gasoline or LP gas configurations, delivering a claimed 29 hp at the belt and 23 hp at the drawbar. The tractor is built on a 75.5-inch wheelbase and was originally priced at $2,500 in 1958.
Ideal Applications
Powertrain and Performance:
The liquid-cooled G148 engine operates at a rated 1750 RPM and is specified for a 3-plow capacity with a 7.1:1 compression ratio.
Transmission and PTO Layout:
The Tripl-Range transmission provides options for 4, 8, or 12 forward gears and includes a 540 RPM transmission-driven rear PTO.
Chassis and Mechanical Specs:
This 3200-pound 2WD tractor is equipped with manual steering, 6-inch disc brakes, and an adjustable rear tread ranging from 48 to 68 inches.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA / Original price was $2,500 in 1958 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
| Total built | 3,175 |
Engine
| Air cleaner | oil bath / oil bath |
|---|---|
| Bore/Stroke | 3.375x4.125 inches (86 x 105 mm) / 3.375x4.125 inches (86 x 105 mm) |
| Compression | 7.1:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 12 qts (11.4 L) |
| Description | J.I. Case G148 / gasoline / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled / J.I. Case / LP Gas / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 148 ci (2.4 L) / 148 ci (2.4 L) |
| Oil capacity | 4 qts (3.8 L) |
| Rated RPM | 1750 / 1750 |
| Starter volts | 6 / 6 |
| Engine type | J.I. Case 2.4L 4-cyl gasoline / J.I. Case 2.4L 4-cyl LP Gas |
| Engine type | J.I. Case 2.4L 4-cyl gasoline / J.I. Case 2.4L 4-cyl LP Gas |
| Belt (claimed) | 29 hp (21.6 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 23 hp (17.2 kW) |
| Plows | 3 |
Transmission
| Clutch | 234.9mm dry disc / 234.9mm dry disc (master foot clutch) |
|---|---|
| Description | Four gears (1-4) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (low, direct, high). |
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse / 12 forward and 3 reverse / 8 forward and reverse |
| Transmission | Tripl-Range |
| Type | sliding gear / mechanical shuttle |
| Transmission type | 4-speed sliding gear / 12-speed / 8-speed mechanical shuttle |
| Transmission type | 4-speed sliding gear / 12-speed / 8-speed mechanical shuttle |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Description | Manual steering / 6-inch disc brakes |
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
PTO
| Rear PTO | transmission (4-speed) |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 6 |
|---|---|
| Ground | positive |
Dimensions & Tires
| Front tread | 47.5 inches (120 cm) |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 12 inches (30 cm) |
| Height | 56 inches (142 cm) |
| Length | 125 inches (317 cm) |
| Rear tread | 48 to 68 inches (121 to 172 cm) |
| Weight | 3200 lbs (1451 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 75.5 inches (191 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00x16 |
| Rear tire | 11x24 |
| Weight | 3200 lbs (1451 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 75.5 inches (191 cm) |
| Ag front | 6.00x16 |
| Ag rear | 11x24 |
310 Serial Numbers
| 1956 | 6050301 |
|---|---|
| 1957 | 6075001 |
| 1958 | 6095001 |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
| Location: | Instrument panel |
References
| Description | New Case "300" published in 1955, by J.I. Case |
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Variants
| 300 | diesel utility |
|---|---|
| 301 | diesel row-crop |
| 302 | diesel high-crop |
| 310 | gasoline utility |
| 311 | gasoline row-crop |
| 312 | gasoline high-crop |
| 320 | industrial |