Compare/CaseIH 5120HC vs CaseIH 785XL

CaseIH 5120HC vs CaseIH 785XL

Verdict: CaseIH 5120HC vs CaseIH 785XL

The CaseIH 5120HC 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 9,666 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. CaseIH 5120HC holds more fuel (135.1 L vs 112.0 L) for longer stints between fills. CaseIH 5120HC 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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Fit & specs

CaseIH

Fit score

Best match

Clear

CaseIH

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Best match

Clear

Rated power

77 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

CaseIHReference

Additional ultra-slow creeper range (8 speeds forward and reverse) available with the synchronized or power shift transmission. With the super creeper option the direct-drive gear speeds are also approximately 15% slower than the base transmission.Reference

liquid-cooledReference

Differential lock

electro-hydraulic rearReference

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Steering

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hydrostatic powerReference

Engine

Fuel tank

170.3 LReference

112.0 LReference

Engine

70.1 kWReference

57.4 kWReference

Displacement

3.9 LReference

4.0 LReference

Bore/Stroke

102 x 120 mmReference

100 x 140 mmReference

Power

70.1 kWReference

57.4 kWReference

Fuel system

direct-injectionReference

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Pre-heating

coolant heaterReference

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Rated RPM

2200Reference

2300Reference

Idle RPM

850-2355Reference

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Starter

electricReference

Starter volts

12Reference

Torque

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256.0 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1600Reference

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

super creeperReference

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Pressure

1.9 barReference

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Valves

1 to 3Reference

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Pump flow

76.1 lpmReference

46.9 lpmReference

Rear Type

IIReference

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Control

lower-link draft sensingReference

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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

Rear lift

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2381 kgReference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

234 cmReference

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Weight

9666 to 10856 poundsReference

6700 to 7200 poundsReference

Front tire

13.6-36Reference

10.00-16Reference

Rear tire

13.6-46Reference

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Standard tires (ag)

Front: 13.6-36. Rear: 13.6-46Reference

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ROPS Shipping weight

4384 kgReference

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Cab Shipping weight

4924 kgReference

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Clearance (front axle)

57 cmReference

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Clearance (rear axle)

60 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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2WD Wheelbase

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224 cmReference

4WD Wheelbase

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216 cmReference

2WD Rear tire

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16.9-34Reference

2WD Standard tires (ag)

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

4WD 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

2WD Weight

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3039 kgReference

4WD Weight

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3265 kgReference

Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

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Charging amps

65Reference

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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.