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J.I. Case 1490

J.I. Case 1490 tractor
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The J.I. Case 1490 is a utility tractor produced from 1980 to 1983 as part of the 90 Series. Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England, it features a 3.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 83 hp. It offers two transmission options: a 12-speed synchromesh and a 12-speed partial power shift. The tractor supports two- or four-wheel drive, power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a two-post ROPS with an optional cab. Hydraulics are open center with 2000 psi pressure and 8.4 gpm flow. The rear hitch is category II with a 4400 lbs lift capacity. PTO is independent with 540/1000 rpm options. Dimensions include an 88.5 inch wheelbase, 143 inch length, and weights ranging from 6490 to 7580 lbs depending on configuration. Attachments include the 66L loader with various bucket widths and lift/breakout capacities. The 1490 shares similarities with the David Brown 1490 model.
J.I. Case 1490Case 1490 tractorutility tractor3.6L diesel engine83 hp tractor12-speed transmissionfarm tractor specifications
Power83 hp
Founded1980 - 1983
Model1490

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for J.I. Case 1490

Power

Engine power:83 hp (61.9 kW)
PTO (tested):70.51 hp (52.6 kW)
PTO (claimed):70 hp (52.2 kW)
Drawbar (tested):60.31 hp (45.0 kW)

Engine

Type:turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Model:J.I. Case 3.6L 4-cyl diesel
Power:83 hp (61.9 kW)
Fuel tank:36 gal (136.3 L)
Rated RPM:2200
Air cleaner:dual dry element
Bore/Stroke:3.939x4.500 inches (100 x 114 mm)
Compression:16:1
Displacement:219 ci (3.6 L)
Firing order:1-2-4-3
Oil capacity:7.8 qts (7.4 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:15 qts (14.2 L)

Weight

Max capacity:11500 lbs (5216 kg)
2WD Cab Shipping:7580 lbs (3438 kg)
2WD ROPS Shipping:6490 lbs (2943 kg)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:1
Pressure:2000 psi (137.9 bar)
Total flow:8.4 gpm (31.8 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS. Cab optional.
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steering:Power steering

Production

Type:Utility tractor
Notes:The Case model 1490 is the same as the David Brown model 1490.
Series:90 Series
Built in:Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England
Years made:1980 - 1983
Original price:$25,400 in 1983

Attachments

Loader:66L Loader
Rollback:12° rollback
Dump angle:45° dump
Bucket widths:48 inches (121 cm), 60 inches (152 cm), 66 inches (167 cm), 72 inches (182 cm), 83 inches (210 cm)
Lift capacity:2100 lbs lift (full at pin) (952 kg)
Breakout force:4775 lbs breakout (at pin) (2165 kg)
Reach (dumped):43 inches (109 cm)
Height (at pin):126.8 inches (322 cm)

Transmission

Options:12-speed synchromesh, 12-speed partial power shift

Synchromesh

Type:synchromesh
Gears:12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:hydraulic dry disc

Partial power shift

Type:partial power shift
Gears:12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:hydraulic dry disc
Details:Three gears, plus reverse, with a four-range power shift.

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II
Rear lift:4,400 lbs (1995 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width:76.5 inches (194 cm)
Length:143 inches (363 cm)
Rear tire:18.4-34
Wheelbase:88.5 inches (224 cm)
Front tire:11L-15
Rear tread:60 to 80 inches (152 to 203 cm), 62 to 88 inches (157 to 223 cm) with power-adjust rear wheels
Height (cab):105 inches (266 cm)
Height (exhaust):94 inches (238 cm)
2WD Ground clearance:21 inches (53 cm)
4WD Ground clearance:13 inches (33 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540/1000

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