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CaseIH 485XL vs CaseIH DX40
Verdict: CaseIH 485XL vs CaseIH DX40
The CaseIH 485XL and the CaseIH DX40 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 3,328 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 49.2 L) for longer stints between fills. CaseIH DX40 is the newer design (2001 vs 1985). In short: choose the CaseIH 485XL for outright pulling power, or the CaseIH DX40 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
41 hp
40 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
CaseIHReference
CaseIHReference
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
liquid-cooledReference
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
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Final drives
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spur gearReference
Differential lock
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mechanical rearReference
Engine
Fuel tank
112.0 LReference
49.2 LReference
Engine
38.8 kWReference
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Displacement
2.9 LReference
2.0 LReference
Bore/Stroke
99 x 129 mmReference
84 x 90 mmReference
Power
38.8 kWReference
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Compression
15:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2180Reference
2600Reference
Idle RPM
815-2180Reference
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Torque
182.0 NmReference
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Torque RPM
1400Reference
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Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
11.4 LReference
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Engine (gross)
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29.8 kWReference
Power (gross)
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29.8 kWReference
Transmission
Type
two-speed power shiftReference
hydrostaticReference
Gears
16 forward and 8 reverseReference
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
Transmission
Torque AmplifierReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
30.6 kWReference
24.8 kWReference
Pressure
172.4 barReference
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Pump flow
46.9 lpmReference
37.1 lpmReference
Steering flow
9.8 lpmReference
19.3 lpmReference
Steering press.
106.9 barReference
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Rear Type
II/IReference
IReference
Control
Top link draft sensing.Reference
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Rear lift
1678 kgReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
280mm dry discReference
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Rear PTO Type
540Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Engine RPM
540@1936Reference
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Valves
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1 or 2Reference
Total flow
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56.4 lpmReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
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918 kgReference
Mid PTO
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independentReference
Mid PTO Type
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2000Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
213 cmReference
186 cmReference
Weight
2549 kgReference
3328 to 4026 poundsReference
Front tire
7.50-16Reference
7.00-16Reference
Rear tire
12.4-36Reference
13.6x24Reference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 12.4-36Reference
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Length
361 cmReference
295 cmReference
Height (cab)
251 cmReference
228 cmReference
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
Width
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155 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
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240 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
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
45Reference
40Reference
Battery CCA
420Reference
600Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery AH
95Reference
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Variants
D40
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shuttleReference
DX40
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hydrostaticReference
TC40
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similar New Holland modelReference
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.