Compare/CaseIH 1594 vs CaseIH JXU 85

CaseIH 1594 vs CaseIH JXU 85

Verdict: CaseIH 1594 vs CaseIH JXU 85

The CaseIH 1594 and the CaseIH JXU 85 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. CaseIH 1594 leads on rated power with 86 hp against 85 hp. CaseIH JXU 85 is the lighter machine (4,050 kg vs 4,213 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. CaseIH 1594 holds more fuel (136.3 L vs 127.2 L) for longer stints between fills. CaseIH JXU 85 is the newer design (2008 vs 1985). In short: choose the CaseIH 1594 for outright pulling power, or the CaseIH JXU 85 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs

CaseIH

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Rated power

86 hp

85 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

CaseIHReference

Diesel Hydra-Shift 2WDOctober 23 - 30, 1984Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1547 fileReference

Two-speed power shift with power shuttle.Reference

Original price

$26,000 (1988)Reference

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Drive

4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)Reference

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Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Differential lock

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

Trailer brakes

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pneumaticReference

Engine

Fuel tank

136.3 LReference

127.2 LReference

Engine

72.3 kWReference

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Drawbar (claimed)

55.2 kWReference

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Drawbar (tested)

53.8 kWReference

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Displacement

5.4 LReference

4.5 LReference

Bore/Stroke

100 x 114 mmReference

104 x 132 mmReference

Power

72.3 kWReference

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Air cleaner

dual paper elements with pre-cleanerReference

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Compression

16:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2300Reference

Torque

329.1 NmReference

366.1 NmReference

Torque RPM

1425Reference

1400Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

31.8 LReference

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Coolant capacity

15.3 LReference

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Power at rated engine speed

63.8 kWReference

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Max power

51.7 kWReference

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Engine (gross)

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63.0 kWReference

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

12 forward and 4 reverseReference

24 forward and reverseReference

Transmission

Hydra-ShiftReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

64.1 kWReference

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PTO (tested)

64.1 kWReference

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Type

partial power shiftReference

power shuttleReference

Pressure

179.3 barReference

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Valves

2Reference

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Total flow

76.1 lpmReference

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Steering flow

29.1 lpmReference

36.0 lpmReference

Steering press.

127.6 barReference

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Rear Type

IIReference

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Rear lift (at ends)

3374 kgReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

2853 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Rear PTO Type

540/1000Reference

540/540E/1000Reference

Power at rated PTO speed

61.1 kWReference

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Rear valves

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3Reference

Mid valves

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2Reference

Pump flow

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60.9 lpmReference

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

254 cmReference

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Weight

4213 kgReference

4050 kgReference

Front tire

10.00-16Reference

9.00-16Reference

Rear tire

16.9-38Reference

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Ag front

13.6-28 (4WD)Reference

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Ag rear

18.6-38Reference

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Length

416 cmReference

411 cmReference

Width

198 cmReference

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Height (cab)

271 cmReference

259 cmReference

Ground clearance

38 cmReference

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Front tread

152 to 193 cmReference

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Rear tread

142 to 213 cmReference

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Operating

4213 kgReference

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Ballasted

5084 kgReference

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Max Drawbar

1496 kgReference

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Max front axle

3628 kgReference

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Max rear axle

5443 kgReference

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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

4WD Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 12.4R24. Rear: 18.4R30Reference

Height (ROPS)

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271 cmReference

Height (Folded ROPS)

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217 cmReference

Max weight

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6500 kgReference

1594 Serial Numbers

1985

11526001Reference

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1986

11526518Reference

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1987

11527297Reference

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1988

11528442Reference

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Location:

On right side of main frameReference

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Electrical

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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Ground

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negativeReference

Capacities

Max capacity

6123 kgReference

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Test results

Fuel use

18.5 l/hourReference

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Max pull

3718 kgReference

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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.