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.
Detailed specifications and technical data for CaseIH 485XL
Power
Engine power:52 hp (38.8 kW)
PTO (claimed):41 hp (30.6 kW)
Tires
Standard tires (ag):Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 12.4-36
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)
Weight:5620 lbs (2549 kg)
Wheelbase:84.25 inches (213 cm)
Height (cab):99.2 inches (251 cm)
Electrical
Ground:negative
Battery AH:95
Battery CCA:420
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:45
Charging system:alternator
Hydraulics
Pressure:2500 psi (172.4 bar)
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.
Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Wet disc brakes
Steering:hydrostatic power
Production
Type:Utility tractor
Series:85 XL Series
Built in:Doncaster, England
Years produced:1985 - 1990
Transmission
Options:8-speed synchromesh, 16-speed two-speed power shift
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.