Compare/CaseIH 4230 vs CaseIH 885XL

CaseIH 4230 vs CaseIH 885XL

Verdict: CaseIH 4230 vs CaseIH 885XL

The CaseIH 4230 and the CaseIH 885XL are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. CaseIH 4230 leads on rated power with 84 hp against 83 hp. CaseIH 885XL is the lighter machine (3,560 kg vs 6,687 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. CaseIH 4230 is the newer design (1994 vs 1985). In short: choose the CaseIH 4230 for outright pulling power, or the CaseIH 885XL if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Rated power

84 hp

83 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

CaseIHReference

With With 18.4x30 rear tires. Speeds in direct mode same as regular synchromesh transmission.Reference

liquid-cooledReference

Final drives

planetaryReference

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Differential lock

electro-hydraulic (cab)Reference

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Steering

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hydrostatic powerReference

Engine

Engine (gross)

62.6 kWReference

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Engine (net)

58.9 kWReference

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Displacement

4.4 LReference

Power (net)

58.9 kWReference

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Power (gross)

62.6 kWReference

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Air cleaner

dryReference

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Pre-heating

ether (optional)Reference

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Rated RPM

2400Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Oil capacity

9.8 LReference

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Oil change

200 hReference

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Coolant capacity

13.7 LReference

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Fuel tank

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112.0 LReference

Engine

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61.9 kWReference

Bore/Stroke

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100 x 140 mmReference

Power

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61.9 kWReference

Torque

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296.0 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1300Reference

Starter

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electricReference

Transmission

Gears

16 forward and 8 reverseReference

2WD Oil capacity

34.0 LReference

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4WD Oil capacity

36.5 LReference

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Transmission

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Torque AmplifierReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

53.7 kWReference

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2WD Hydraulic system

34.1 LReference

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Cab Hydraulic system

36.7 LReference

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Type

synchromesh creeperReference

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2WD Capacity

34.1 LReference

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Cab Capacity

36.7 LReference

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Pressure

172.4 barReference

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Valves

0 to 3Reference

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Total flow

69.6 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IIReference

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Control

draft and position controlReference

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Rear lift

1662 kgReference

2381 kgReference

Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

12-inch dry cerametallicReference

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Rear PTO Type

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

540/1000Reference

Pump flow

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46.9 lpmReference

Capacities

Fuel

112.0 LReference

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Max capacity

5499 kgReference

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Dimensions

2WD Wheelbase

225 cmReference

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4WD Wheelbase

223 cmReference

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Weight

6687 to 7395 poundsReference

3560 kgReference

Front tire

7.50-16Reference

12.4-24Reference

2WD Rear tire

16.9-28Reference

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2WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9-28Reference

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4WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 8.3-24. Rear: 16.9-28Reference

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Front tread

223 to 243 cmReference

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Shipping

3354 kgReference

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Wheelbase

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216 cmReference

Rear tire

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16.9-34Reference

Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 12.4-24. Rear: 16.9-34Reference

Length

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374 cmReference

Height (cab)

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264 cmReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

65 (cab, ROPS opt.)Reference

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Battery CCA

810Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

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.