CaseIH 485XL
The CaseIH 485XL is a utility tractor produced from 1985 to 1990 as part of the 85 XL Series. Built in Doncaster, England, it features a 2.9L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering 52 hp (38.8 kW) with a PTO power of 41 hp (30.6 kW). Transmission options include an 8-speed synchromesh and a 16-speed two-speed power shift with torque amplifier. The tractor has a wheelbase of 84.25 inches (213 cm), weighs 5620 lbs (2549 kg), and comes standard with Secura cab. It includes hydraulic wet disc brakes, hydrostatic power steering, and a hydraulic wet disc PTO clutch. The 485XL is equipped with standard agricultural tires sized 7.50-16 front and 12.4-36 rear. It features a rear hitch type II/I with top link draft sensing and a rear lift capacity of 3700 lbs (1678 kg). Electrical system is negative ground with a 45 amp alternator and 12 volt battery.
Power53 hp
Founded1985 - 1991
Model485XL
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for CaseIH 485XL
Power
| Engine power | 52 hp (38.8 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 41 hp (30.6 kW) |
Tires
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 12.4-36 |
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Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | CaseIH D-179 |
| Power | 52 hp (38.8 kW) |
| Torque | 134.2 lb-ft (182.0 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Idle RPM | 815-2180 |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 29.6 gal (112.0 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2180 |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.88x5.06 inches (99 x 129 mm) |
| Displacement | 179 ci (2.9 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 12 qts (11.4 L) |
| Compression ratio | 15:1 |
Dimensions
| Length | 142.5 inches (361 cm) |
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| Weight | 5620 lbs (2549 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 84.25 inches (213 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 99.2 inches (251 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Battery AH | 95 |
| Battery CCA | 420 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 45 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2500 psi (172.4 bar) |
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| Pump flow | 12.4 gpm (46.9 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 2.6 gpm (9.8 lpm) |
| Steering pressure | 1550 psi (106.9 bar) |
Mechanical
| Cab | Secura cab standard. |
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| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Production
| Type | Utility tractor |
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| Series | 85 XL Series |
| Built in | Doncaster, England |
| Years produced | 1985 - 1990 |
Transmission
| Options | 8-speed synchromesh, 16-speed two-speed power shift |
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| Power shift type | two-speed power shift |
| Synchromesh type | synchromesh |
| Power shift gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
| Synchromesh gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
| Power shift clutch | 280mm dry disc |
| Synchromesh clutch | 280mm dry disc |
| Power shift details | Four synchronized gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) plus reverse range. Two-speed torque amplifier provides an on-the-move shift to a lower speed. |
| Synchromesh details | Four synchronized gears in two ranges, plus reverse range. |
Tractor hitch
| Control | Top link draft sensing. |
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| Rear Type | II/I |
| Rear lift | 3700 lbs (1678 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
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| Rear PTO | independent |
| Engine RPM | 540@1936 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
