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J.I. Case 4994

The J.I. Case 4994 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor built by J.I. Case in Racine, Wisconsin, USA from 1984 to 1987. It features a powerful Saab-Scania 14.2L 8-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 400 hp (298.3 kW). The tractor has a 12-speed full power shift transmission and advanced hydraulic and steering systems including front, rear, or four-wheel crab steering. It was built for heavy-duty farm work with a maximum ballasted weight of 39930 lbs and a rear lift capacity of 16,000 lbs. The 4994 was produced in limited numbers with only 224 units built and originally sold for $132,050 in 1985.

Power400 hp

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Model4994

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for J.I. Case 4994

Power

Engine	400 hp (298.3 kW)
PTO (tested)	344 hp (256.5 kW)
PTO (claimed)	344 hp (256.5 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	294.24 hp (219.4 kW)

Tires

Ag rear	24.5-32, 20.8-38, 20.8-42, 23.1-34, 30.5-32
Ag front	24.5-32, 20.8-38, 20.8-42, 23.1-34, 30.5-32

Engine

Make	Saab-Scania
Type	turbocharged diesel
Power	400 hp (298.3 kW)
Torque	1140 lb-ft (1545.8 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Cylinders	8-cylinder
Rated RPM	2100
Torque RPM	1300
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Bore/Stroke	5.00x5.51 inches (127 x 140 mm)
Compression	15.5:1
Displacement	866 ci (14.2 L)
Firing order	1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Oil capacity	27 qts (25.6 L)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	88 qts (83.3 L)

Weight

Shipping	26500 lbs (12020 kg)
Ballasted	39930 lbs (18112 kg)
Operating	31315 lbs (14204 kg)
Max capacity	40000 lbs (18144 kg)

Capacity

Fuel	300 gal (1135.5 L)
Rear hubs	13.5 qts (each) (12.8 L)
Front hubs	13.5 qts (each) (12.8 L)
Rear diff.	22.5 qts (21.3 L)
Front diff.	17 qts (16.1 L)
Hydraulic system	26.25 gal (99.4 L)

Dimensions

Width	120 inches (304 cm)
Length	261.8 inches (664 cm)
Wheelbase	124.8 inches (316 cm)
Height (exhaust)	138.5 inches (351 cm)
Clearance (drawbar)	14.5 inches (36 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Batteries	2
Battery AH	300
Battery Group	30H
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	105
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	closed center
Valves	2 to 4
Capacity	26.25 gal (99.4 L)
Pressure	2000 psi (137.9 bar)
Pump flow	35 gpm (132.5 lpm)
Total flow	35 gpm (132.5 lpm)
Steering flow	20 gpm (75.7 lpm)
Steering pressure	2000 psi (137.9 bar)

Mechanical

Cab	Silent Guardian cab standard
Drive	4x4 4WD
Brakes	Hydraulic dual caliper disc brakes
Steering	hydraulic, front, rear or four-wheel crab steering

Production

Type	Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in	Racine, Wisconsin, USA
Total built	224
Manufacturer	J.I. Case
Original price	$132,050 in 1985

References

Manual	4994 Tractor Operators Manual (9-9870) published in 1984
Buyers Guide	Tractor & Loaders Buyers Guide published in 1985, by J.I. Case

Transmission

Type	full power shift
Gears	12 forward and 2 reverse
Oil type	Case Powergard PTF
Description	Electronically-controlled Case powershift transmission operated with single control lever and inching pedal. The inching pedal must be depressed to move from park/neutral into first gear. Tractor must be moving in first gear before higher gears can be selected. Gear changes made by pushing control lever into upshift or downshift position. Control lever can be held in upshift/downshift position for multiple gear changes.
Oil capacity	63 qts (59.6 L), 59 qts (without PTO) (55.8 L)

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