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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.
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Power400 hp
Founded1984
Model4994

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)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:IV/IVN (optional)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):16,000 lbs (7257 kg)

Serial Numbers

1984:8865000
Location:Data plates located at forward-right corner in top of the tractor cab.

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent Optional
Engine RPM:1000@2100
Rear PTO Type:1000 (1.75)

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