Compare/CaseIH 1494 vs CaseIH JXU 85

CaseIH 1494 vs CaseIH JXU 85

Verdict: CaseIH 1494 vs CaseIH JXU 85

The CaseIH 1494 and the CaseIH JXU 85 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 85 hp. CaseIH JXU 85 is the lighter machine (4,050 kg vs 7,380 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. CaseIH JXU 85 holds more fuel (127.2 L vs 90.8 L) for longer stints between fills. CaseIH JXU 85 is the newer design (2008 vs 1983). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.

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Rated power

85 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

CaseIHReference

Optional creeper provides an additional range to the synchromesh transmission.Reference

Two-speed power shift with power shuttle.Reference

Final drives

bull gearReference

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Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

Electro-hydraulic rear and limited slip front. Electro-hydraulic front optional.Reference

Trailer brakes

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pneumaticReference

Engine

ROPS Fuel tank

90.8 LReference

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Cab Fuel tank

136.3 LReference

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Engine (gross)

63.4 kWReference

63.0 kWReference

Engine (net)

62.6 kWReference

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Displacement

3.6 LReference

4.5 LReference

Bore/Stroke

100 x 114 mmReference

104 x 132 mmReference

Power (net)

62.6 kWReference

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Power (gross)

63.4 kWReference

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Fuel system

direct injectionReference

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Pre-heating

thermostartReference

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Compression

16:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2200Reference

2300Reference

Torque

301.0 NmReference

366.1 NmReference

Torque RPM

1600Reference

1400Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

43.2 LReference

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Coolant capacity

14.2 LReference

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Fuel tank

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127.2 LReference

Emissions

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Tier IIIReference

Rated Power (gross)

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63.0 kWReference

Starter

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electricReference

Transmission

Gears

15 forward and 5 reverseReference

24 forward and reverseReference

Transmission

Hydra-ShiftReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

55.9 kWReference

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Type

creeperReference

power shuttleReference

Pressure

170.7 barReference

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Valves

1 to 3Reference

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Pump flow

57.9 lpmReference

60.9 lpmReference

SCV flow

57.9 lpmReference

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Steering flow

29.1 lpmReference

36.0 lpmReference

Steering press.

130.0 barReference

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Rear Type

IIReference

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Control

top-link draft sensingReference

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Rear lift (at ends)

1632 kgReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

1456 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

540/540E/1000Reference

Engine RPM

1000@2050Reference

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Rear valves

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3Reference

Mid valves

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2Reference

Rear lift

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4900 kgReference

Front lift

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2500 kgReference

Clutch

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electro-hydraulicReference

Front PTO

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independentReference

Front PTO Type

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1000Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

224 cmReference

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Weight

7380 to 8180 poundsReference

4050 kgReference

Front tire

11L-15Reference

9.00-16Reference

4WD Rear tire

18.4-34Reference

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4WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 13.6-24. Rear: 18.4-34Reference

Front: 12.4R24. Rear: 18.4R30Reference

4WD Optional tires (ag)

Front: 12.4-24. Rear: 13.6-38Reference

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Ag front

10.00-16Reference

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Ag rear

13.6-38Reference

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Length

374 cmReference

411 cmReference

Width

190 cmReference

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4WD Ground clearance

35 cmReference

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2WD Ground clearance

41 cmReference

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2WD Front tread

142 to 203 cmReference

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4WD Front tread

152 to 193 cmReference

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Rear tread

142 to 203 cmReference

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Max Drawbar

1360 kgReference

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2WD Max front axle

3175 kgReference

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4WD Max front axle

4536 kgReference

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Max rear axle

4762 kgReference

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Steering wheel

182 cmReference

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2WD Wheelbase

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234 cmReference

4WD Wheelbase

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234 cmReference

2WD Rear tire

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18.4R30Reference

2WD Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 9.00-16. Rear: 18.4R30Reference

Height (ROPS)

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271 cmReference

Height (Folded ROPS)

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217 cmReference

Height (cab)

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259 cmReference

Max weight

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6500 kgReference

1494 Serial Numbers

1985

11517001Reference

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1986

11519378Reference

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1987

11520410Reference

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1988

11521062Reference

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Location:

Right side of main frameReference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

65 (heavy duty)Reference

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Battery CCA

550 (heavy duty)Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Battery AH

128 (heavy duty)Reference

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Capacities

Max capacity

5216 kgReference

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CaseIH 1494 Height

Hood

160 cmReference

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ROPS

266 cmReference

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Cab

269 cmReference

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Exhaust

265 cmReference

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Speeds

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.