Compare/CaseIH 5120 Maxxum vs CaseIH 785XL

CaseIH 5120 Maxxum vs CaseIH 785XL

Verdict: CaseIH 5120 Maxxum vs CaseIH 785XL

The CaseIH 5120 Maxxum and the CaseIH 785XL are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 77 hp. CaseIH 785XL is the lighter machine (6,700 kg vs 8,820 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. CaseIH 5120 Maxxum holds more fuel (135.1 L vs 112.0 L) for longer stints between fills. CaseIH 5120 Maxxum is the newer design (1990 vs 1985). 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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Rated power

77 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

CaseIHReference

The optional creeper range could be added to the synchronized or power shift transmission. Creeper adds an additional eight (8) gears forward and reverse.Reference

liquid-cooledReference

Original price

$28,500 (1991)Reference

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Final drives

planetaryReference

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Differential lock

electrically activatedReference

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Steering

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hydrostatic powerReference

Engine

Fuel tank

170.3 LReference

112.0 LReference

Engine

65.6 kWReference

57.4 kWReference

Displacement

3.9 LReference

4.0 LReference

Bore/Stroke

102 x 120 mmReference

100 x 140 mmReference

Power

65.6 kWReference

57.4 kWReference

Pre-heating

coolant heater (optional)Reference

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Rated RPM

2200Reference

2300Reference

Idle RPM

850-2355Reference

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Starter volts

12Reference

Oil change

250 hReference

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Coolant change

250 hReference

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Torque

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256.0 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1600Reference

Starter

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electricReference

Transmission

Gears

24 forward and 20 reverseReference

16 forward and 8 reverseReference

Transmission

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Torque AmplifierReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

57.4 kWReference

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Type

creeperReference

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Pressure

179.3 barReference

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Valves

1 to 3Reference

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Total flow

76.1 lpmReference

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Rear Type

IIReference

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Control

lower linkReference

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Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

3492 kgReference

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Front Hitch

IIReference

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Front lift (at 24"/610mm)

2358 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

hydraulic wet discReference

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Rear PTO Type

540/1000Reference

Pump flow

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46.9 lpmReference

Rear lift

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2381 kgReference

Dimensions

2WD Wheelbase

239 cmReference

224 cmReference

4WD Wheelbase

234 cmReference

216 cmReference

Weight

8820 to 10362 poundsReference

6700 to 7200 poundsReference

Front tire

10.00-16Reference

2WD Rear tire

18.4-34Reference

16.9-34Reference

2WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-34Reference

Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 16.9-34Reference

4WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 13.6-24. Rear: 18.4-34Reference

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

2WD Length

409 cmReference

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4WD Length

416 cmReference

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Shipping weight

4700 kgReference

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2WD Clearance (front axle)

56 cmReference

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4WD Clearance (front axle)

43 cmReference

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Clearance (drawbar)

45 cmReference

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Bar rear axle

2438 mmReference

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Front tread

152 to 223 cmReference

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Rear tread

152 to 254 cmReference

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Steering wheel

199 cmReference

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Length

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374 cmReference

Height (cab)

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264 cmReference

2WD Weight

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3039 kgReference

4WD Weight

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3265 kgReference

CaseIH 5120 attachments

5120 Serial Numbers

1990

JJF1000001Reference

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1991

JJF1006114Reference

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Location:

Serial number inside the cab on the left side.Reference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

65Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

CaseIH 5120 Height

Hood

174 cmReference

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Cab

267 cmReference

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Exhaust

271 cmReference

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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.