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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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for CaseIH MX285 Magnum
Power
| Engine power | 287 hp (214.0 kW) |
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| PTO (tested) | 276.12 hp (205.9 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 240 hp (179.0 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 203.74 hp (151.9 kW) |
Engine
| Type | turbocharged diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | CDC 8.3L 6-cyl diesel |
| Power | 287 hp (214.0 kW) |
| Torque | 1853 lb-ft (2512.7 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled inline |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder 24-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 | 20,200 lbs (9162 kg) |
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| Ballasted | 31,500 lbs (14288 kg) |
| Operating | 21,630 lbs (9811 kg) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 160 gal (605.6 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 45.5 gal (172.2 L) |
Variants
| TG285 | similar New Holland model |
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Dimensions
| Rear axle | 4 by 120 inches (101 by 3048 mm), 4.5 by 120 inches (114 by 3048 mm) |
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| Wheelbase | 118.3 inches (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) |
| Optional flow | 53.1 gpm (201.0 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | Surveyor Cab standard with air-conditioning. Optional automatic climate control. |
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| Drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | Magnum Series |
| Built in | Racine, Wisconsin, USA |
| Manufacturer | CaseIH (a part of CNH) |
| Years produced | 2003 - 2006 |
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 | 14,970 lbs (6790 kg) |
| Front lift | 7,170 lbs (3252 kg) |
| Front Hitch | optional |
| Optional rear lift | 17,920 lbs (8128 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| 2003 | JAZ125000 |
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| 2004 | JAZ129400 |
| 2005 | JAZ134001 |
| 2006 | JAZ138614 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Optional PTO | 540/1000 (1.375 optional) |
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 (1.75) |
