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CaseIH 245

The CaseIH 245 is a compact utility tractor manufactured by Mitsubishi and distributed by CaseIH from 1986 to 1990. It features a 1.0L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled Mitsubishi diesel engine producing 21 hp (15.7 kW) net power. The tractor offers a 9-speed constant mesh synchromesh transmission, two- or four-wheel drive options, and manual steering with optional power assist. It has mechanical drum brakes and a two-post folding ROPS with an optional sun shade. Fuel capacity is 5.5 gallons (20.8 L) and hydraulic system capacity is 6.6 gallons (25.0 L). The tractor hitch is category I with rear lift capacities of 1,500 lbs (680 kg) at ends and 1,125 lbs (510 kg) at 24 inches. PTO options include rear transmission-driven and optional live PTO with 540/1150 rpm, and an optional live mid PTO at 2400 rpm. Dimensions include a 65.9 inch (167 cm) wheelbase, 111.8 inch (283 cm) length, and shipping weight of 1910 lbs (866 kg). Tires vary for 2WD and 4WD, with multiple ag and lawn/turf options. Attachments include mid-mount mower decks, snowblowers, blades, front-end loaders, and backhoes. The tractor was originally priced at $11,000 in 1990.
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Power21 hp
Founded1986 - 1990
Model245

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for CaseIH 245

Power

Engine (net):21 hp (15.7 kW)
PTO (claimed):18 hp (13.4 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:3-cylinder
Rated RPM:2700
Air cleaner:dry cyclone type
Bore/Stroke:2.87x3.07 inches (73 x 78 mm)
Power (net):21 hp (15.7 kW)
Displacement:59.74 ci (1.0 L)
Manufacturer:Mitsubishi
Oil capacity:4.4 qts (4.2 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:5.2 qts (4.9 L)

Height

ROPS:81.5 inches (207 cm)
2WD Steering wheel:53.9 inches (136 cm)
4WD Steering wheel:54.1 inches (137 cm)

Capacity

Fuel:5.5 gal (20.8 L)
Hydraulic system:6.6 gal (25.0 L)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:35
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Valves:0 or 1
Capacity:6.6 gal (25.0 L)
Total flow:4.5 gpm (17.0 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post folding ROPS. Optional sun shade.
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Mechanical drum brakes
Steering:manual, power optional

Production

Category:Compact Utility tractor
Years made:1986 - 1990
Distributor:CaseIH
Manufacturer:Mitsubishi
Original price:$11,000 in 1990

Attachments

Blade:72" front-mount, 72 inches width (182 cm), 19 inches height (48 cm), 300 lbs (136 kg), hydraulic-lift, manual-angle, hydraulic-angle Optional
Backhoe:Case IH H180 Backhoe: Weight 1050 lbs (476 kg), Digging depth 100 inches (254 cm), Reach from pivot 130 inches (330 cm), Loading height 67.25 inches (170 cm), Bucket Rotation 175°, Swing Arc 180°, Bucket force 2500 lbs (1134 kg), Dipperstick force 1100 lbs (498 kg)
Snowblower:54" single-stage front-mount, 68" two-stage front-mount
Front-end loader:7QA Loader: 750 lbs lift (full at pin) (340 kg), 1275 lbs breakout (at pin) (578 kg), 40° dump, 22.75 inches reach (dumped) (57 cm), 49 inches reach (ground) (124 cm), 21° rollback (ground line), 89.25 inches height (at pin) (226 cm), 70 inches clearance (dumped) (177 cm), boom cyl: 1.75 inches (4 cm), bucket cyl: 1.75 inches (4 cm), Bucket width: 48 inches (121 cm)
61" mid-mount mower deck:61 inches (154 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm)
72" mid-mount mower deck:72 inches (182 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, right-discharge, Cut height: 1.5 to 4 inch (3 to 10 cm)

Transmission

Type:9-speed constant mesh
Synchromesh:9-speed synchromesh

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:I
Rear lift (at ends):1,500 lbs (680 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):1,125 lbs (510 kg)

Serial Numbers

1986:17636500
1987:17637276
1988:0009001
1989:0009993
1990:0010844
Location:Serial number plate on the front-right of the Case IH 245 tractor frame.

Dimensions & Tires

Length:111.8 inches (283 cm)
2WD Width:43.7 inches (110 cm)
4WD Width:46.1 inches (117 cm)
Wheelbase:65.9 inches (167 cm)
Rear tread:34.6 to 40.4 inches (87 to 102 cm)
Other tires:355/80D20, 13.6-16
Ag rear tire:9.5-24, 11.2-24
2WD Front tread:35.8 to 39.8 inches (90 to 101 cm)
4WD Front tread:38.2 inches (97 cm)
Ground clearance:13.8 inches (frame) (35 cm)
2WD Ag front tire:4.00-15, 5.00-15
4WD Ag front tire:6-14, 7-14
2WD Shipping weight:1910 lbs (866 kg)
Lawn/turf rear tire:11.2/10-24
Lawn/turf front tire:24x8.50-14, 5.90-15, 20x8.00-10, 7-14, 27x8.50-15
2WD Clearance (front axle):13.6 inches (34 cm)
4WD Clearance (front axle):10.8 inches (27 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Mid PTO:live
Rear PTO:transmission
Mid PTO Type:2400 Optional
Rear PTO Type:540,1150
Rear PTO live:Optional