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J.I. Case 1494

The J.I. Case 1494 is a utility tractor produced from 1983 to 1984 as part of the 94 Series. It was built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England. The tractor features a 3.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 85 hp, with a 12-speed synchromesh or partial power shift transmission. It offers two- or four-wheel drive options, hydrostatic power steering, and optional cab with air-conditioning. The tractor has a rear PTO with 540/1000 rpm options and a rear hitch type II. It supports various front and rear tire sizes and has a weight range from 7,380 to 8,180 pounds depending on configuration. The 74L front-end loader attachment is available with a lift capacity of 2,500 lbs and multiple bucket width options. The 1494 is known for its robust hydraulics system and versatile utility capabilities.
Power85 hp
Founded1983 - 1984
Model1494

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for J.I. Case 1494

Power
Engine power85 hp (63.4 kW)
PTO (claimed)75 hp (55.9 kW)
Engine
TypeCase 3.6L 4-cyl turbocharged diesel, liquid-cooled
Power85 hp (63.4 kW)
Torque218.3 lb-ft (296.0 Nm)
Fuel tank35.9 gal (135.9 L)
Rated RPM2200
Torque RPM1600
Bore/Stroke3.937x4.50 inches (100 x 114 mm)
Displacement219 ci (3.6 L)
Oil capacity7.8 qts (7.4 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity15 qts (14.2 L)
Compression ratio16:1
Overview
Series94 Series
Built inMeltham Mills, Huddersfield, England
CategoryUtility tractor
Original price$24,100 (1988)
Production years1983 - 1984
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery AH96, 128 (heavy duty)
Battery CCA420, 550 (heavy duty)
Battery volts12
Charging amps45, 65 (heavy duty)
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Valves1 to 3
Pressure2475 psi (170.7 bar)
Total flow8.5 gpm (32.2 lpm), 15.3 gpm (tandem) (57.9 lpm)
Steering flow7.7 gpm (29.1 lpm)
Steering pressure1850 psi (127.6 bar)
Mechanical
Caboptional with air-conditioning
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesDisc brakes
Steeringhydrostatic power
Attachments
Loader74L Loader
Weight1645 lbs (746 kg)
Dump angle41°
Bucket widths60 inches (152 cm), 66 inches (167 cm), 72 inches (182 cm), 83 inches (210 cm)
Lift capacity2500 lbs lift (full at pin) (1134 kg)
Breakout force4400 lbs breakout (at pin) (1995 kg)
Reach (dumped)43 inches (109 cm)
Reach (ground)78 inches (198 cm)
Rollback angle18°
Height (at pin)137 inches (347 cm)
Clearance (dumped)115 inches (292 cm)
Transmission
Options12-speed synchromesh, 12-speed partial power shift
Hydra-Shift
Typepartial power shift
Gears12 forward and 4 reverse
Oil capacity33.6 qts (31.8 L)
Synchromesh
Typesynchromesh
Gears12 forward and 4 reverse
Oil capacity33.6 qts (31.8 L)
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeII
Rear lift (at ends)5,366 lbs (2434 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)3,210 lbs (1456 kg)
Serial Numbers
198311192050
198411192812
LocationRight side of main frame
Dimensions & Tires
Width75 inches (190 cm)
Weight7,380 to 8,180 pounds
Wheelbase88.5 inches (224 cm)
Rear tread56 to 80 inches (142 to 203 cm)
Front tread56 to 80 inches (142 to 203 cm) (2WD), 60 to 76 inches (152 to 193 cm) (4WD)
Max Drawbar3,000 lbs (1360 kg)
Height (cab)102 inches (259 cm)
Max rear axle10,500 lbs (4762 kg)
Max front axle7,000 lbs (2WD) (3175 kg), 7,500 lbs (4WD) (3402 kg)
Weight details7,380 lbs (2WD synchro) (3347 kg), 7,660 lbs (2WD Hydra-Shift) (3474 kg), 8,005 lbs (4WD synchro) (3631 kg), 8,180 lbs (4WD Hydra-Shift) (3710 kg)
Ground clearance14 inches (4WD) (35 cm), 16.5 inches (2WD) (41 cm)
Rear tire options18.4-34, 16.9-34, 13.6-38
Front tire options7.50-16 (2WD), 7.50-18 (2WD), 11L-15 (2WD), 10.00-16 (2WD), 12.4-24 (4WD)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540/1000