Case industrial tractors

J.I. Case 530 CK Construction King

The J.I. Case 530 CK Construction King was produced from 1960 to 1967 as an industrial tractor. It was based on the Case model 530 tractor and was available as a bare tractor, loader tractor, or with loader and backhoe. The tractor chassis was built in Racine, Wisconsin, while the loader and backhoe were built in Burlington, Iowa. It featured engine options including a 3.1L 4-cylinder diesel and a 2.6L 4-cylinder gasoline engine, with power around 48 to 52 hp. Transmission options included an 8-speed mechanical shuttle, 12-speed, and 4-speed gear transmissions. The tractor had various hydraulic capacities and optional features such as power steering and an independent rear PTO. It was equipped with industrial tires and had a weight range from 3280 to 9345 pounds.

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J.I. Case 530 CK Construction King tractor

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for J.I. Case 530 CK Construction King

Power

Engine power	48 hp (35.8 kW)

Engine

Diesel type	diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Diesel power	48 hp (1900rpm), 52 hp (2100rpm)
Diesel engine	J.I. Case G188
Diesel torque	139 lb-ft (188.5 Nm)
Gasoline type	gasoline, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Engine options	J.I. Case 3.1L 4-cyl diesel; J.I. Case 2.6L 4-cyl gasoline
Gasoline power	47.6 hp (1900rpm), 52 hp (2100rpm)
Gasoline engine	J.I. Case G159
Diesel rated RPM	1900, 2100 (torque converter)
Diesel oil change	120 h (oil), 240 h (filter)
Diesel torque RPM	1350
Diesel air cleaner	oil bath
Diesel bore/stroke	3.8125x4.125 inches (97 x 105 mm)
Diesel compression	17.5:1
Diesel pre-heating	coolant heater (Optional)
Gasoline point gap	0.020 inches (0.508 mm)
Gasoline rated RPM	1900, 2100 (torque converter)
Gasoline sparkplug	Prestolite 18 8
Diesel displacement	188 ci (3.1 L)
Diesel firing order	1-3-4-2
Diesel oil capacity	5 qts (4.7 L)
Gasoline oil change	120 h (oil), 240 h (filter)
Diesel starter volts	12
Gasoline air cleaner	oil bath
Gasoline bore/stroke	3.50x4.125 inches (89 x 105 mm)
Gasoline compression	7.42:1
Diesel coolant change	1000 h (annual)
Gasoline displacement	159 ci (2.6 L)
Gasoline firing order	1-3-4-2
Gasoline oil capacity	5 qts (4.7 L)
Gasoline sparkplug gap	0.025 inches (0.635 mm)
Gasoline starter volts	12
Diesel coolant capacity	16.5 qts (15.6 L)
Gasoline coolant change	1000 h (yearly)
Gasoline coolant capacity	14 qts (13.2 L)
Diesel intake valve clearance	0.014 inches (hot) (0.356 mm)
Diesel exhaust valve clearance	0.014 inches (hot) (0.356 mm)
Gasoline intake valve clearance	0.014 inches (hot) (0.356 mm)
Gasoline exhaust valve clearance	0.014 inches (hot) (0.356 mm)

Capacity

Fuel	22 gal (83.3 L)
Hydraulic system	4 gal (tractor) (15.1 L), 5.5 gal (loader) (20.8 L), 11 gal (loader-backhoe) (41.6 L)

Dimensions

Width	77 inches (tractor) (195 cm), 81 inches (loader-backhoe) (205 cm)
Length	131 inches (tractor) (332 cm), 259 inches (loader-backhoe) (657 cm)
Weight	3280 to 9345 pounds
Rear tire	14.9-24, 13.6-24, 16.8-24
Wheelbase	77.2 inches (gas) (196 cm), 78.4 inches (diesel) (199 cm)
Front tire	7.50-16, 6.50-16
Ground clearance	15.5 inches (39 cm)
Height (steering wheel)	59.25 inches (150 cm)

Electrical

Ground	positive
Batteries	1 (gas), 2 (diesel)
Battery volts	12 (gas), 6 (diesel)
Charging system	generator

Hydraulics

Type	optional
Valves	2 (optional)
Capacity	4 gal (tractor) (15.1 L), 5.5 gal (loader) (20.8 L), 11 gal (loader-backhoe) (41.6 L)
Pressure	2000 psi (137.9 bar)
Total flow	22 gpm (2100rpm) (83.3 lpm), 20 gpm (1900rpm) (75.7 lpm)

Production

Notes	The Case 530 Construction King was based on the Case model 530 tractor. It was available as a bare tractor, loader tractor, or with loader and backhoe. The tractor chassis was built in Racine while the loader and backhoe were built in Burlington.
Category	Industrial tractor
Factories	Racine, Wisconsin, USA; Burlington, Iowa, USA
Original price	Open operator station
Years produced	1960 - 1967

Transmission

Notes	Four speeds plus reverse with two ranges (low/direct) and a shuttle lever. Torque converter was optional. Torque converter can be locked out by engaging direct-drive mode. To engage direct-drive the lever is pushed down. The torque converter will be automatically re-engaged when the clutch is pressed, or can be re-engaged by moving the direct-drive lever up.
4-speed gear	4 forward and 1 reverse gears, oil capacity 15 qts (14.2 L), oil type SAE-90 (32°F [0°C] and above), SAE-80 (below 32°F [0°C])
Speeds notes	With 14.9x24 rear tires. 2100 RPM speeds given in direct-drive mode. Optional high-speed fourth gear (18.8 mph at 1900 rpm, 20.8 at 2100 rpm).
Case Tripl-Range	12 forward and 3 reverse gears, oil capacity 15 qts (14.2 L), oil type SAE-90 (32°F [0°C] and above), SAE-80 (below 32°F [0°C])
Dual Range Shuttle	mechanical shuttle, 8 forward and reverse gears, oil capacity 15 qts (14.2 L)
Transmission options	8-speed mechanical shuttle; 12-speed; 4-speed gear

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