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CaseIH 2120 vs CaseIH DX40

Verdict: CaseIH 2120 vs CaseIH DX40

The CaseIH 2120 and the CaseIH DX40 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 40 hp. CaseIH DX40 is the lighter machine (3,328 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 2120 holds more fuel (60.0 L vs 49.2 L) for longer stints between fills. CaseIH DX40 is the newer design (2001 vs 1988). 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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Fit & specs

CaseIH 2120 Tractor

CaseIH

62

Fit score

Best match

Clear

CaseIH DX40 Tractor

CaseIH

62

Fit score

Best match

Clear

Rated power

40 hp

40 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

liquid-cooledReference

Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Trailer brakes

hydraulicReference

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Final drives

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spur gearReference

Differential lock

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mechanical rearReference

Variants

2120V

vineyardReference

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2120E

narrowReference

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D40

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shuttleReference

DX40

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hydrostaticReference

TC40

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similar New Holland modelReference

Engine

Fuel tank

60.0 LReference

49.2 LReference

Displacement

3.0 LReference

2.0 LReference

Bore/Stroke

105 x 115 mmReference

84 x 90 mmReference

Air cleaner

dual dry elementReference

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Compression

17:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2350Reference

2600Reference

Torque

156.1 NmReference

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Torque RPM

1200Reference

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Firing order

1-3-2Reference

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Starter

electricReference

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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 (gross)

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29.8 kWReference

Power (gross)

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29.8 kWReference

Transmission

Gears

12 forward and reverseReference

infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference

Clutch

280mm dry discReference

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2WD Oil capacity

36.0 LReference

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4WD Oil capacity

38.0 LReference

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PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

29.8 kWReference

24.8 kWReference

Type

partially synchronizedReference

hydrostaticReference

Valves

1 or 2Reference

1 or 2Reference

Pump flow

59.0 lpmReference

37.1 lpmReference

Rear Type

I/IIReference

IReference

Control

position and draft controlReference

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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

540 (1.375)Reference

Engine RPM

540@2115Reference

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Total flow

—

56.4 lpmReference

Steering flow

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19.3 lpmReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

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918 kgReference

Mid PTO

—

independentReference

Mid PTO Type

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2000Reference

Dimensions

2WD Wheelbase

198 cmReference

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4WD Wheelbase

194 cmReference

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Weight

4101 to 4542 poundsReference

3328 to 4026 poundsReference

Front tire

5.50-16Reference

7.00-16Reference

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

240 cmReference

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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186 cmReference

Rear tire

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13.6x24Reference

Ag front

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8.00-16Reference

Ag rear

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14.9x24Reference

Lawn/turf front

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27x8.50-15Reference

Lawn/turf rear

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44-18-20Reference

Industrial front

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10x16.5Reference

Industrial rear

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17.5Lx24Reference

Length

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295 cmReference

Width

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155 cmReference

Height (cab)

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228 cmReference

ROPS Shipping weight

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1509 kgReference

Cab Shipping weight

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1826 kgReference

Ground clearance

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33 cmReference

Front tread

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117 cmReference

Rear tread

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119 to 171 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

40Reference

Battery volts

12Reference

12Reference

Battery AH

100Reference

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Battery CCA

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600Reference

Speeds

CaseIH DX40 attachments

Attachment overview

CaseIH 757C Backhoe

Backhoe type

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Case IH BHX1102 BackhoeReference

Transport height

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205 cmReference

2-Foot flat digging depth

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259 cmReference

8-Foot flat digging depth

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210 cmReference

Reach from pivot

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335 cmReference

Loading height

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195 cmReference

Bucket Rotation

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180°Reference

Swing Arc

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180°Reference

Bucket force

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1610 kgReference

Dipperstick force

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1009 kgReference

CaseIH 758C Backhoe

CaseIH BHX190 Backhoe

Digging depth

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259 cmReference

Case IH BHX1102 Backhoe

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.

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