CaseIH
CaseIH MX230 Magnum
The CaseIH MX230 Magnum is a row-crop tractor produced from 2003 to 2006 as part of the Magnum Series. It features a powerful 8.3L 6-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel engine delivering 234 hp, with a full power shift 18-speed transmission. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive options, hydrostatic power steering, and a Surveyor Cab with air-conditioning. It has a fuel capacity of 130 gallons (optional 160 gallons) and a hydraulic system capacity of 45.5 gallons. The MX230 includes advanced hydraulics with closed center pressure flow compensated system and electronic draft control. Dimensions vary slightly between 2WD and 4WD models, with a wheelbase around 120 inches and operating weight up to 20,100 lbs. It is built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA by CaseIH, a part of CNH.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for CaseIH MX230 Magnum
Power
| Engine | 234 hp (174.5 kW) |
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| PTO (tested) | 216.55 hp (161.5 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 190 hp (141.7 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 165.17 hp (123.2 kW) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged intercooled diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | CDC 8.3L 6-cyl diesel |
| Power | 234 hp (174.5 kW) |
| Torque | 1445 lb-ft (1959.4 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled inline |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder 12-valve |
| Emissions | Tier II |
| Rated RPM | 2000 |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
| Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.488x5.315 inches (114 x 135 mm) |
| Compression | 17.0:1 |
| Displacement | 504.5 ci (8.3 L) |
| Oil capacity | 22 qts (20.8 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 24 qts (22.7 L) |
Weight
| Shipping | 18,700 lbs (2WD) (8482 kg), 19,700 lbs (4WD) (8935 kg) |
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| Ballasted | 25,030 lbs (11353 kg) |
| Operating | 20,100 lbs (4WD) (9117 kg) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 130 gal (492.1 L), 160 gal (optional) (605.6 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 45.5 gal (172.2 L) |
Variants
| Similar model | TG230 (similar New Holland model) |
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Dimensions
| Rear axle | 4 by 114 inches (101 by 2895 mm), 4 by 120 inches (101 by 3048 mm) |
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| Wheelbase | 120 inches (2WD) (304 cm), 118.3 inches (4WD) (300 cm) |
| Front tread | 60 to 88 inches (152 to 223 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 124.6 inches (316 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Batteries | 2 |
| Battery CCA | 1000 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 135 |
| Charging volts | 12 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center pressure flow compensated with parallel priority (PFC) |
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| Valves | 3 to 5 |
| Capacity | 45.5 gal (172.2 L) |
| Pressure | 2950 psi (203.4 bar) |
| Total flow | 38.6 gpm (146.1 lpm), 53.1 gpm (optional) (201.0 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | Surveyor Cab standard with air-conditioning. Optional automatic climate control. |
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| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
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| Series | Magnum Series |
| Built in | Racine, Wisconsin, USA |
| Years made | 2003 - 2006 |
| Manufacturer | CaseIH (a part of CNH) |
Transmission
| Type | full power shift |
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| Gears | 18 forward and 4 reverse |
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet discs |
Tractor hitch
| Control | electronic draft control |
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| Rear Type | III/IIIN |
| Rear lift | 13,960 lbs (6332 kg), 15,970 lbs (optional) (7243 kg) |
| Front lift | 7,170 lbs (3252 kg) |
| Front Hitch | optional |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 1000 (1.75), 540/1000 (1.375 optional) |