Overview
The J.I. Case 412 is a 2WD orchard and vineyard tractor produced between 1955 and 1956 in Racine, Wisconsin. It is equipped with a 4.1L 4-cylinder gasoline engine rated at 1500 RPM and an 8-speed transmission. The model features a 4,360 lb operating weight and was manufactured as a grove-orchard variant of the 400 series with a total production of 191 units.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Power Output:
The 251 ci liquid-cooled engine features a 6.5:1 compression ratio and provides a claimed 50 belt horsepower capable of handling four 14-inch plows.
Mechanical and Transmission Layout:
The mechanical system includes power steering and an 8-speed transmission providing 8 forward and 2 reverse gear ratios.
Chassis and Specialized Configuration:
This grove-orchard tractor is built with a 56.5-inch hood height, a 128-inch length, and a full swinging drawbar.
Production
| Description | Orchard/Vineyard tractor / Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA / The gas/LP Case 412 was a grove-orchard tractor in the 400 series with full swinging drawbar. The model 415 was the orchard model with an Eagle Hitch. |
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| Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
| Total built | 191 |
Engine
| Engine type | J.I. Case 4.1L 4-cyl gasoline |
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| Bore/Stroke | 4.00x5.00 inches (102 x 127 mm) |
| Compression | 6.5:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 29.6 qts (28.0 L) |
| Description | J.I. Case / gasoline / 4-cylinder 8-valve / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 251 ci (4.1 L) |
| Rated RPM | 1500 |
| Belt (claimed) | 50 hp (37.3 kW) |
| Plows | 4 (14-inch) |
Transmission
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
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| Transmission type | 8-speed |
Mechanical
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
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| Steering | power |
Dimensions & Tires
| Height (hood) | 56.5 inches (143 cm) |
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| Length | 128 inches (325 cm) |
| Weight | 4,360 lbs (1977 kg) |
| Weight | 4,360 lbs (1977 kg) |