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J.I. Case 885
The J.I. Case 885 is a utility tractor produced starting in 1976, built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England. It shares the same model number as the David Brown 885 and features engine options including a David Brown 2.7L 3-cylinder diesel and a 2.4L 3-cylinder gasoline engine. The tractor offers 47.3 hp net engine power, a 12-speed partially synchronized transmission, and two-wheel drive with optional hydrostatic power steering. It has a fuel capacity of 12.7 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 6 gallons. The rear PTO operates at 540/1000 rpm. Dimensions include a 77-inch wheelbase, 116-inch length, and 65-inch width. The operating weight is 4,265 lbs. The tractor features an open hydraulic system with 2000 psi pressure and 7.4 gpm flow. The rear hitch supports categories I and II with a recommended lift capacity of 1,800 lbs and a max of 3,450 lbs. Electrical system includes a 12-volt alternator and 86 AH battery.
Power47 hp
Founded1976 - 1980
Model885
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for J.I. Case 885
Power
| Engine (net) | 47.3 hp (35.3 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (tested) | 43.20 hp (32.2 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 43 hp (32.1 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 36.56 hp (27.3 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 37 hp (27.6 kW) |
Engine
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
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| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.939x4.5 inches (100 x 114 mm) |
| Compression | 17:1 |
| Power (net) | 47.3 hp (35.3 kW) |
| Displacement | 164.4 ci (2.7 L) |
| Firing order | 1-2-3 |
| Oil capacity | 6.6 qts (6.2 L) |
| Diesel engine | David Brown, diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Engine options | David Brown 2.7L 3-cyl diesel, David Brown 2.4L 3-cyl gasoline |
| Gasoline engine | David Brown, gasoline, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
| Coolant capacity | 9 qts (8.5 L) |
| Gasoline Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Gasoline Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Gasoline Bore/Stroke | 3.939x4.00 inches (100 x 102 mm) |
| Gasoline Compression | 6.75:1 |
| Gasoline displacement | 146.1 ci (2.4 L) |
| Gasoline Starter volts | 12 |
Weight
| Operating | 4,265 lbs (1934 kg) |
|---|---|
| Max Drawbar | 2,500 lbs (1134 kg) |
| Max capacity | 5,400 lbs (2449 kg) |
| Max Drawbar extended | 2,000 lbs (907 kg) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 12.7 gal (48.1 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 6 gal (22.7 L) |
Electrical
| Battery AH | 86 |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 6 gal (22.7 L) |
| Pressure | 2000 psi (137.9 bar) |
| Total flow | 7.4 gpm (28.0 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | optional |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical drum brakes |
| Steering | manual, hydrostatic power (optional) |
Production
| Type | Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England |
| Original price | $7,400 (1976) |
| Years produced | 1976 - ???? |
Transmission
| Type | partially synchronized |
|---|---|
| Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
| Details | Three gears, plus reverse, in four ranges. Synchronized up-shifts from 1-to-2 and 2-to-3 and synchronized down-shift from 3-to-2. |
| Oil capacity | 24.3 qts (23.0 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I, II |
|---|---|
| Rear lift max | 3,450 lbs (1564 kg) |
| Rear lift recommended | 1,800 lbs (816 kg) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 65 inches (165 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 116 inches (294 cm) |
| Rear tire | 14.9-28, 12.4-28, 12.4-32 |
| Wheelbase | 77 inches (195 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
| Height (ROPS) | 94 inches (238 cm) |
| Height (hood) | 51 inches (129 cm) |
| Clearance (drawbar) | 12 inches (30 cm) |
| Clearance (front axle) | 17 inches (43 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
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