CaseIH

CaseIH MX285 Magnum

The CaseIH MX285 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 diesel engine delivering 287 hp, with a full power shift 18-speed transmission. Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA, it offers four-wheel drive, hydrostatic power steering, and a Surveyor Cab with air-conditioning. The tractor includes advanced hydraulics, electronic draft control, and multiple PTO options, making it suitable for demanding agricultural tasks.
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ModelMX285

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for CaseIH MX285 Magnum

Power
Engine power287 hp (214.0 kW)
PTO (tested)276.12 hp (205.9 kW)
PTO (claimed)240 hp (179.0 kW)
Drawbar (tested)203.74 hp (151.9 kW)
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
ModelCDC 8.3L 6-cyl diesel
Power287 hp (214.0 kW)
Torque1853 lb-ft (2512.7 Nm)
Coolingliquid-cooled inline
Cylinders6-cylinder 24-valve
EmissionsTier II
Rated RPM2000
Torque RPM1400
Air cleanerdual paper elements
Bore/Stroke4.488x5.315 inches (114 x 135 mm)
Compression17.0:1
Displacement504.5 ci (8.3 L)
Oil capacity22 qts (20.8 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity24 qts (22.7 L)
Weight
Shipping20,200 lbs (9162 kg)
Ballasted31,500 lbs (14288 kg)
Operating21,630 lbs (9811 kg)
Capacity
Fuel160 gal (605.6 L)
Hydraulic system45.5 gal (172.2 L)
Variants
TG285similar New Holland model
Dimensions
Rear axle4 by 120 inches (101 by 3048 mm), 4.5 by 120 inches (114 by 3048 mm)
Wheelbase118.3 inches (300 cm)
Front tread60 to 88 inches (152 to 223 cm)
Height (cab)124.6 inches (316 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery CCA1000
Battery volts12
Charging amps135
Charging volts12
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center pressure flow compensated with parallel priority (PFC)
Valves3 to 5
Capacity45.5 gal (172.2 L)
Pressure2950 psi (203.4 bar)
Total flow38.6 gpm (146.1 lpm)
Optional flow53.1 gpm (201.0 lpm)
Mechanical
CabSurveyor Cab standard with air-conditioning. Optional automatic climate control.
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesDifferential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steeringhydrostatic power
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
SeriesMagnum Series
Built inRacine, Wisconsin, USA
ManufacturerCaseIH (a part of CNH)
Years produced2003 - 2006
Transmission
Typefull power shift
Gears18 forward and 4 reverse
Clutchelectro-hydraulic wet discs
Tractor hitch
Controlelectronic draft control
Rear TypeIII/IIIN
Rear lift14,970 lbs (6790 kg)
Front lift7,170 lbs (3252 kg)
Front Hitchoptional
Optional rear lift17,920 lbs (8128 kg)
Serial Numbers
2003JAZ125000
2004JAZ129400
2005JAZ134001
2006JAZ138614
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Optional PTO540/1000 (1.375 optional)
Rear PTO Type1000 (1.75)