J.I. Case lawn tractors
J.I. Case 444
The J.I. Case 444 is a garden tractor produced from 1969 to 1988 as part of the 400 Series. It features a 14HP Kohler 512cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with an air-cooled horizontal shaft. The tractor uses a hydraulic drive transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds in two ranges. It has a wheelbase of 46 inches and weighs 770 lbs. The 444 supports various attachments including mid-mount mower decks, snowblower, blade, and front-end loader. It is built in Winneconne, Wisconsin, USA.
Power14 hp
Founded44/48" deck
Model444
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for J.I. Case 444
Tires
| Additional | 8.50-12, 10.50-12 |
|---|---|
| Lawn/turf rear | 8.00-16 |
| Lawn/turf front | 6.50-8 |
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Kohler K321AS |
| Cooling | air-cooled horizontal-shaft |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Point gap | 0.020 inches (0.508 mm) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.50x3.25 inches (89 x 83 mm) |
| Displacement | 512 cc (31.27 ci) |
| Oil capacity | 1.5 qts (1.4 L) |
| Power (gross) | 14 hp (10.4 kW) |
| Sparkplug gap | 0.035 inches (0.889 mm) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Compression ratio | 7:1 |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.010 inches (Cold) (0.254 mm) |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.020 inches (Cold) (0.508 mm) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 3 gal (11.4 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 1.25 gal (4.7 L) |
Dimensions
| Width | 41 inches (104 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 70 inches (177 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 46 inches (116 cm) |
| Rear tread | 31.5 inches (80 cm) |
| Front tread | 33.5 inches (85 cm) |
| Height (hood) | 38.5 inches (97 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 770 lbs (349 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 11 inches (27 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 43.5 inches (110 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery AH | 24 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 15 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1.25 gal (4.7 L) |
| Pressure | 2000 psi (137.9 bar) |
| Pump flow | 8 gpm (30.3 lpm) |
Production
| Series | 400 Series |
|---|---|
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Years produced | 1969 - 1988 |
| Manufactured in | Winneconne, Wisconsin, USA |
Attachments
| Note | Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. |
|---|---|
| Blade | 54 inches width (137 cm), front-mount |
| Snowblower | 48 inches width (121 cm), front-mount |
| Front-end loader | ModelJohnson 14 Loader Weight370 lbs (167 kg) Dump angle45° Bucket width38 inches (96 cm), 48 inches (121 cm) Lift capacity500 lbs lift (full at pin) (226 kg) Specificationloader type B185 Reach (dumped)20 inches (50 cm) Height (at pin)76 inches (193 cm) Clearance (level)71 inches (180 cm) Clearance (dumped)54 inches (137 cm) |
| 44" mid-mount mower deck | 44 inches (111 cm) |
| 48" mid-mount mower deck | 48 inches (121 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | hydraulic drive |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
| Model | HY-Driv |
| Oil type | SAE20W40 (32°F [0°C]↑), SAE5W20 (32°F [0°C]↓) |
| Description | The HY-Drive uses a fixed-displacement hydraulic pump to power a two-speed transaxle. |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 qts (6.2 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Type | sleeve hitch Optional |
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