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J.I. Case DC
The J.I. Case DC is a row-crop tractor produced from 1939 to 1953 by J.I. Case in Racine, Wisconsin, USA. It includes two main models: the DC-3 narrow front and the DC-4 wide front. The tractor features a 4.3L 4-cylinder gasoline or LP gas engine, a 4-speed gear transmission, and a Case Eagle Hitch. It has a drawbar power of 33 hp and a PTO power of 37 hp. The DC series is known for its two-wheel drive, manual steering, and open operator station. It was originally priced at $2,600 in 1955 and had a total production of over 68,000 units across the DC-3 and DC-4 models.
Power41 hp[P]
Founded1939 - 1953
ModelDC
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for J.I. Case DC
Power
| Plows | 3 |
|---|---|
| Belt (tested) | 37.28 hp (27.8 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 37 hp (27.6 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 33.06 hp (24.7 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 33 hp (24.6 kW) |
Tires
| Ag rear | 11.25-36, 48x2.50 (steel) |
|---|---|
| Ag front | 5.50-16, 25x4 (steel) |
Engine
| Options | J.I. Case 4.3L 4-cyl gasoline, J.I. Case 4.3L 4-cyl LP gas |
|---|---|
| Rated RPM | 1100 |
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.50 inches (98 x 140 mm) |
| Compression | 5.58:1 |
| Displacement | 259.5 ci (4.3 L) |
| LP gas engine | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
| Starter volts | 6 |
| Auxiliary fuel | 2 gal (7.6 L) |
| Gasoline engine | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
| Coolant capacity | 26 qts (24.6 L) |
| Fuel tank capacity | 19 gal (71.9 L) gasoline, 17 gal (64.3 L) distillate |
| LP gas Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.50 inches (98 x 140 mm) |
| LP gas displacement | 259.5 ci (4.3 L) |
| LP gas Starter volts | 6 |
Variants
| D | standard-tread |
|---|---|
| DC | row-crop |
| DH | wide-front without turning brakes |
| DC-3 | narrow front |
| DC-4 | wide-front |
Dimensions
| Width | 80.75 inches (205 cm) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 5300 lbs (2404 kg) |
| DC3 Length | 144 inches (365 cm) |
| DC4 Length | 130 inches (330 cm) |
| Rear tread | 48 to 84 inches (121 to 213 cm) |
| Front tread | 9.5 to inches (24 to 0 cm) |
| DC3 Wheelbase | 88.875 inches (225 cm) |
| DC4 Wheelbase | 74.5 inches (189 cm) |
| Height (hood) | 58 inches (147 cm) |
| Clearance (rear axle) | 24.75 inches (62 cm) |
| DC4 Clearance (front axle) | 14 inches (35 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 6 |
| Charging system | generator |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Notes | DC series is two models, the DC-3 narrow front and the DC-4 wide front |
| Built in | Racine, Wisconsin, USA |
| Total built | 54,925 (DC-3), 14,016 (DC-4) |
| Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
| Original price | $2,600 in 1955 |
| Years produced | 1939 - 1953 |
Belt Pulley
| RPM | 818 |
|---|---|
| Speed | 2620 ft/min (798.58 meters/min) |
| Width | 7.25 inches (18 cm) |
| Diameter | 12.25 inches (31 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
| Clutch | mechanical wet disc |
Tractor hitch
| Type | Case Eagle Hitch |
|---|
Serial Numbers
| 1939 | 4300001 |
|---|---|
| 1940 | 4400001 |
| 1941 | 4500001 |
| 1942 | 4600001 |
| 1943 | 4700001 |
| 1944 | 4800001 |
| 1945 | 4900001 |
| 1946 | 5000001 |
| 1947 | 5100001 |
| 1948 | 5200001 |
| 1949 | 5300001 |
| 1950 | 5400001 |
| 1951 | 5500001 |
| 1952 | 5600001 |
| 1953 | 5700001, 8300001 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | continuous |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
| Rear PTO live | live (After 1953) |
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