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CaseIH Magnum 280

CaseIH Magnum 280 tractor
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The CaseIH Magnum 280 is a row-crop tractor produced from 2014 to 2025 as part of the Magnum Series. Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA, it features a powerful FPT 8.7L 6-cylinder diesel engine with Tier IV emissions and selective catalytic reduction (SCR). It offers multiple transmission options including 19-speed and 18-speed full power shift and a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The tractor delivers 280 hp gross engine power with a maximum of 315 hp and tested PTO power of 296.56 hp. It includes advanced hydraulics, a variety of hitch options, and a robust mechanical setup with four-wheel drive and wet disc brakes. The Magnum 280 is designed for heavy-duty agricultural tasks with a weight of 28600 lbs and a maximum weight of 32500 lbs, equipped with large agricultural tires and a spacious cab with air-conditioning.
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Power280 hp
Founded2014 -
ModelMagnum 280

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for CaseIH Magnum 280

Power

Engine (max):315 hp (234.9 kW)
PTO (tested):296.56 hp (221.1 kW)
PTO (claimed):235 hp (175.2 kW)
Engine (gross):280 hp (208.8 kW)
Drawbar (tested):213.10 hp (158.9 kW)

Tires

Standard tires (ag):Front: 420/8R34, Rear: 480/80R50 (duals )

Engine

Model:FPT 8.7L 6-cyl diesel
Starter:electric
Emissions:Tier IV
Fuel tank:179 gal (power shift), 163 gal (CVT)
Rated RPM:2000
Bore/Stroke:4.606x5.315 inches (117 x 135 mm)
Fuel system:electronic high pressure common rail direct injection
Displacement:531 ci (8.7 L)
Engine Detail:FPT wastegate turbocharger diesel, 6-cylinder 24-valve, liquid-cooled
Fuel tank (L):677.5 L (power shift), 617.0 L (CVT)
Starter volts:12
Cooling system:BorgWarner Visctronic  fan
Emission control:selective catalytic reduction (SCR)
Exhaust fluid (DEF):26 gal (98.4 L)
Rated Power (gross):280 hp (208.8 kW)
Maximum Power (gross):315 hp (234.9 kW), 350 hp (boost) (261.0 kW)

Variants

Similar model:T8.350 (New Holland)

Dimensions

Width:120 inches (304 cm)
Length:247 inches (627 cm)
Weight:28600 lbs (12972 kg)
Wheelbase:120 inches (304 cm), 122 inches (CVT) (309 cm)
Front axle:4WD, Suspended 4WD
Max weight:32500 lbs (14742 kg)
Height (cab):131.5 inches (334 cm)
Bar rear axle:4.0 by 120 inches (101 by 3048 mm), 4.5 by 120 inches (114 by 3048 mm) (optional)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:2
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:200
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:variable displacement pressure-flow compensating   (PFC)
Valves:4 to 6
Pump flow:44 gpm (166.5 lpm), 59 gpm (optional) (223.3 lpm), 75 gpm (optional) (283.9 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:standard with air-conditioning. AFS ready
Final drives:inboard planetary
Power steering:Yes
Four-wheel drive:Yes
Wet disc  brakes:Yes

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Series:Magnum Series
Built in:Racine, Wisconsin, USA
Years made:2014 - 2025
Original price:$251,024 (2014 Power Shift ), $264,366 (2014 CVT )

Transmission

CVT:Type: continuously variable transmission (CVT), Gears: infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Transmission options:19-speed full power shift, 18-speed full power shift, continuously variable transmission (CVT)
18-speed full power shift:Type: full power shift, Gears: 18 forward and 4 reverse
19-speed full power shift:Type: full power shift, Gears: 19 forward and 4 reverse

Tractor hitch

Control:electronic lower link draft sensing
Drawbar:Cat. 3, Cat. 4 (optional)
Rear Arms:Adjustable quick coupler 
Rear Type:III/IIIN, III/IVN (optional)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):12900 lbs (5851 kg), 14900 lbs (optional) (6758 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@1800, 1000@1800
Rear PTO Type:1000 (1.75), 540/1000 (1.375) Optional

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