CaseIH CX50
The CaseIH CX50 is a utility tractor produced from 1998 to 2002 as part of the CX Utility Series. It features a Perkins 2.7L 3-cylinder diesel engine delivering 53 hp gross and 48 hp net power. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including an 8-speed synchro shuttle, 16-speed partial power shift, and 24-speed creeper. It is available in 2WD and optional 4WD configurations, with electro-hydraulic differential lock and hydrostatic power steering. The CX50 has a fuel capacity of 42 gallons and an open center hydraulic system with up to 3 valves. It includes a rear PTO with independent operation and hydraulic wet disc clutch. The tractor weighs between 7,286 and 7,970 pounds depending on configuration and has a wheelbase of approximately 85 to 87 inches. Optional features include a cab with air-conditioning and higher capacity rear lift. The CX50 was built in Doncaster, England and originally priced around $24,000 in 1999.
Power53 hp
Founded1998 - 2002
ModelCX50
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for CaseIH CX50
Power
| Engine (net) | 48 hp (35.8 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (tested) | 42.5 hp (31.7 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 40 hp (29.8 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 53 hp (39.5 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 35.4 hp (26.4 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Perkins 903.27 |
| Torque | 140 lb-ft (189.8 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2250 |
| Torque RPM | 1200 |
| Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.74x5.00 inches (95 x 127 mm) |
| Fuel system | mechanical direct injection with 5-hole injectors |
| Power (net) | 48 hp (35.8 kW) |
| Displacement | 165 ci (2.7 L) |
| Oil capacity | 8 qts (7.6 L) |
| Power (gross) | 53 hp (39.5 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 12.57 qts (11.9 L) |
| Compression ratio | 17.25:1 |
| Oil change interval | 250 h |
Weight
| Shipping | 7,286 lbs (2WD) (3304 kg), 7,970 lbs (4WD) (3615 kg) |
|---|---|
| Max capacity | 10,150 lbs (4604 kg) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 42 gal (159.0 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 9.1 gal (2WD) (34.4 L), 9.8 gal (4WD) (37.1 L) |
Variants
| C50 | basic model |
|---|---|
| CX50 | deluxe model |
Dimensions
| Weight | 7286 to 7970 pounds |
|---|---|
| Rear tire | 14.9-28 |
| Wheelbase | 84.8 inches (2WD) (215 cm), 87.2 inches (4WD) (221 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 650, 810 (optional) |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 65 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Valves | 0 to 3 |
| Capacity | 9.1 gal (2WD) (34.4 L), 9.8 gal (4WD) (37.1 L) |
| Pressure | 2500 psi (172.4 bar) |
| Pump flow | 13.7 gpm (51.9 lpm) |
| Total flow | 22.2 gpm (total) (84.0 lpm) |
| Lube pump flow | 8.5 gpm (32.2 lpm) |
| Main pump flow | 13.7 gpm (51.9 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post ROPS with flat platform. Optional cab with air-conditioning. |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4x2 2WD, 4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional) |
| Brakes | Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
| Differential lock | electro-hydraulic |
Production
| Type | Utility tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | CX Utility Series |
| Built in | Doncaster, England |
| Original price | $24,000 (1999) |
| Years produced | 1998 - 2002 |
Transmission
| Creeper | Typecreeper Gears24 forward and 12 reverse |
|---|---|
| Options | 8-speed synchro shuttle, 16-speed partial power shift, 24-speed creeper |
| Synchro shuttle | Typesynchro shuttle Gears8 forward and reverse NotesFour gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) with left-hand shuttle lever. Clutch12-inch dry disc Oil capacity36.4 qts (2WD) (34.4 L), 39.1 qts (4WD) (37.0 L) |
| Partial power shift | Typepartial power shift Gears16 forward and 8 reverse NotesFour gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) with push-button power shift on the gear shift lever. Left-hand shuttle lever on the steering column. Clutch12-inch dry disc Oil capacity36.4 qts (2WD) (34.4 L), 39.1 qts (4WD) (37.0 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Control | electronic upper link |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | II/I |
| Rear lift | 3,665 lbs (1662 kg), 5,097 lbs (optional) (2311 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| 1998 | JJE1000056 |
|---|---|
| 1999 | JJE1008492 |
| 2000 | JJE1013490 |
| 2001 | JJE1017672 |
| 2002 | JJE1019985 |
| Location | Near the tractor steering column on right side. |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540, 540/1000 (optional dual shaft) |
