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CaseIH 8940

The CaseIH 8940 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1997 to 1998 as part of the Magnum 8900 Series. Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA, it features a turbocharged intercooled 8.3L 6-cylinder diesel engine delivering up to 230.83 hp tested PTO power. It offers 18-speed full power shift and 24-speed creeper transmission options, with two- or four-wheel drive and electric rear differential lock. The tractor includes a standard cab with air-conditioning, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and electronic lower-link draft sensing hitch. Fuel capacity is 117 gallons with optional 104 gallons, and hydraulic system capacity is 45.5 gallons. The 8940 supports a rear PTO of 1000 rpm with electro-hydraulic wet disc clutch. Dimensions include a 118.3 inch wheelbase, front tires sized 14L-16.1, and rear tires 18.4R-42. Shipping weight ranges from 15825 to 16845 lbs depending on configuration. Attachments include the Case IH 890 Loader with a lift capacity of 4100 lbs and breakout force of 6700 lbs. The 8940 is part of a series including models 8930, 8950, and the successor MX240.
Power227 hp[P]
Founded1997 - 1998
Model8940

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for CaseIH 8940

Power
PTO (tested)230.83 hp (172.1 kW)
PTO (claimed)205 hp (152.9 kW)
Drawbar (tested)176.35 hp (131.5 kW)
Engine
Typeturbocharged intercooled diesel
ModelCDC
Coolingliquid-cooled inline
Starterelectric
Cylinders6-cylinder
Rated RPM2200
Air cleanerdual dry element
Bore/Stroke4.488x5.315 inches (114 x 135 mm)
Fuel systemmechanical injection
Displacement504.5 ci (8.3 L)
Oil capacity22 qts (20.8 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity31 qts (29.3 L)
Compression ratio16.5:1
Capacity
Fuel117 gal (442.8 L), 104 gal Optional (393.6 L)
Hydraulic system45.5 gal (172.2 L)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery CCA950
Battery volts12
Charging amps110
Charging volts12
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center pressure-flow compensated
Valves2 to 4
Capacity45.5 gal (172.2 L)
Pressure2200 psi (151.7 bar)
SCV flow27 gpm (102.2 lpm)
Pump flow29 gpm (109.8 lpm)
Mechanical
Cabstandard with air-conditioning
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesDifferential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Power steeringyes
Differential lockelectric rear
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
SeriesMagnum 8900 Series
Built inRacine, Wisconsin, USA
Original price$105,000 in 1998
Years produced1997 - 1998
Attachments
LoaderCase IH 890 Loader
Weight3765 lbs (1707 kg)
Dump angle47°
Lower time6s
Raise time9s
Rollback time3.5s
Reach (dumped)41 inches (104 cm)
Reach (ground)104 inches (264 cm)
Rollback angle40°
Height (at pin)174 inches (441 cm)
Clearance (dumped)138 inches (350 cm)
Breakout force (at pin)6700 lbs (3039 kg)
Lift capacity (full at pin)4100 lbs (1859 kg)
Transmission
Creeper
Typecreeper
Gears24 forward and 6 reverse
Options18-speed full power shift, 24-speed creeper
Full power shift
Typefull power shift
Gears18 forward and 4 reverse
Clutchhydraulic wet disc
Tractor hitch
Controlelectronic lower-link draft sensing
Rear TypeIII/IIIN
Rear lift13750 lbs (6237 kg), 16000 lbs Optional (7257 kg)
Serial Numbers
1997JJA0072001
1998JJA0083000
1999JJA0097438
LocationSerial number plate on the dashboard console inside the tractor cab, near the floor.
Dimensions & Tires
Weight15825 to 18170 pounds
Rear axle4 by 120 inches (101 by 3048 mm), 4 by 114 inches (101 by 2895 mm)
Rear tire18.4R-42
Wheelbase118.3 inches (300 cm)
Front tire14L-16.1
Front tread60 to 88 inches (152 to 223 cm)
Operating weight18170 lbs (8241 kg)
2WD Shipping weight15825 lbs (7178 kg)
4WD Shipping weight16845 lbs (7640 kg)
2WD Clearance (front axle)22.8 inches (57 cm)
4WD Clearance (front axle)17.6 inches (44 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchelectro-hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type1000 (1.75)