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CaseIH 2120 vs CaseIH 485XL
Verdict: CaseIH 2120 vs CaseIH 485XL
The CaseIH 2120 and the CaseIH 485XL are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. CaseIH 485XL leads on rated power with 41 hp against 40 hp. CaseIH 485XL is the lighter machine (2,549 kg vs 4,101 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. CaseIH 485XL holds more fuel (112.0 L vs 60.0 L) for longer stints between fills. CaseIH 2120 is the newer design (1988 vs 1985). In short: choose the CaseIH 485XL for outright pulling power, or the CaseIH 2120 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
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
CaseIH
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
40 hp
41 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Distributor
CaseIHReference
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Manufacturer
CarraroReference
CaseIHReference
Four synchronized gears (1-4) in three ranges (I/II/III) with right-hand mechanical shuttle lever. Clutch must be used to shift direction or gear. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift range.Reference
Four synchronized gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) plus reverse range. Two-speed torque amplifier provides an on-the-move shift to a lower speed.Reference
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
hydrostatic powerReference
Trailer brakes
hydraulicReference
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Variants
2120V
vineyardReference
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2120E
narrowReference
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Engine
Fuel tank
60.0 LReference
112.0 LReference
Displacement
3.0 LReference
2.9 LReference
Bore/Stroke
105 x 115 mmReference
99 x 129 mmReference
Air cleaner
dual dry elementReference
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Compression
17:1Reference
15:1Reference
Rated RPM
2350Reference
2180Reference
Torque
156.1 NmReference
182.0 NmReference
Torque RPM
1200Reference
1400Reference
Firing order
1-3-2Reference
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Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
6.7 LReference
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Intake valve clearance
0.203 mmReference
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Exhaust valve clearance
0.203 mmReference
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Engine
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38.8 kWReference
Power
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38.8 kWReference
Idle RPM
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815-2180Reference
Coolant capacity
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11.4 LReference
Transmission
Gears
12 forward and reverseReference
16 forward and 8 reverseReference
Clutch
280mm dry discReference
280mm dry discReference
2WD Oil capacity
36.0 LReference
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4WD Oil capacity
38.0 LReference
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Transmission
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Torque AmplifierReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
29.8 kWReference
30.6 kWReference
Type
partially synchronizedReference
two-speed power shiftReference
Valves
1 or 2Reference
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Pump flow
59.0 lpmReference
46.9 lpmReference
Rear Type
I/IIReference
II/IReference
Control
position and draft controlReference
Top link draft sensing.Reference
2120V Rear lift (at ends)
2528 kgReference
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2120E Rear lift (at ends)
2478 kgReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540Reference
Engine RPM
540@2115Reference
540@1936Reference
Pressure
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172.4 barReference
Steering flow
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9.8 lpmReference
Steering press.
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106.9 barReference
Rear lift
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1678 kgReference
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase
198 cmReference
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4WD Wheelbase
194 cmReference
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Weight
4101 to 4542 poundsReference
2549 kgReference
Front tire
5.50-16Reference
7.50-16Reference
2120V 2WD Rear tire
13.6R28Reference
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2120V 2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 5.50-16. Rear: 13.6R28Reference
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2120E 2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 14.9R28Reference
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2120V 4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 8.25-16. Rear: 13.6R28Reference
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2120E 4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 13.6R28Reference
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2120V Length
336 cmReference
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2120E Length
337 cmReference
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2120V Width
121 cmReference
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2120E Width
136 cmReference
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Height (hood)
132 cmReference
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Height (ROPS)
235 cmReference
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2WD Ground clearance
34 cmReference
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4WD Ground clearance
25 cmReference
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2120V 2WD
1860 kgReference
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2130E 2WD
1890 kgReference
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2120V 4WD
2009 kgReference
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2120E 4WD
2060 kgReference
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Wheelbase
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213 cmReference
Rear tire
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12.4-36Reference
Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 12.4-36Reference
Length
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361 cmReference
Height (cab)
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251 cmReference
2120 Serial Numbers
Location:
Serial number plate on the right side of tractor's console.Reference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
55Reference
45Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery AH
100Reference
95Reference
Battery CCA
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420Reference
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.