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CaseIH 5240 Maxxum vs CaseIH MXU100
Verdict: CaseIH 5240 Maxxum vs CaseIH MXU100
The CaseIH 5240 Maxxum and the CaseIH MXU100 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 100 hp. CaseIH MXU100 is the lighter machine (9,060 kg vs 9,787 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. CaseIH MXU100 holds more fuel (176.8 L vs 135.1 L) for longer stints between fills. CaseIH MXU100 is the newer design (2004 vs 1992). 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
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
CaseIH
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
100 hp
100 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
CaseIHReference
CaseIHReference
Four power shift gears in four synchronized ranges and shuttle shifting.Reference
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (I-II-III).Reference
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic rearReference
front optionalReference
Final drives
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planetary inboardReference
Engine
Fuel tank
170.3 LReference
176.8 LReference
Displacement
5.9 LReference
4.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke
102 x 120 mmReference
104 x 132 mmReference
Rated RPM
2200Reference
2200Reference
Idle RPM
850-2355Reference
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Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Engine (gross)
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74.6 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
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55.7 kWReference
Power (gross)
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74.6 kWReference
Fuel system
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Bosch mechanical direct injection with 6-hole injectorsReference
Air cleaner
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dual paper elementsReference
Pre-heating
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grid heaterReference
Compression
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17.0:1Reference
Max power
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55.7 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
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64.8 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
16 forward and 12 reverseReference
12 forward and reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
74.6 kWReference
59.7 kWReference
Type
4-speed power shiftReference
partial powershiftReference
Pressure
179.3 barReference
215.0 barReference
Valves
1 to 3Reference
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Pump flow
75.7 lpmReference
100.3 lpmReference
Rear Type
IIReference
II/IIIN (cab)Reference
Control
lower-link draft sensingReference
electronic draft control (cab)Reference
Rear lift
3492 kgReference
5527 kgReference
Front Hitch
IIReference
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Front lift (at 24"/610mm)
2358 kgReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
electro-hydraulic wet discReference
electro-hydraulic wet discsReference
Rear PTO Type
540/1000Reference
540/1000Reference
PTO (tested)
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65.4 kWReference
Rear valves
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2 to 4Reference
Total flow
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140.0 lpmReference
Steering flow
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39.7 lpmReference
Engine RPM
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1000@2120Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
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65.0 kWReference
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase
263 cmReference
236 cmReference
4WD Wheelbase
258 cmReference
241 cmReference
Weight
9787 to 11067 poundsReference
9060 to 11200 poundsReference
Front tire
10.00-16Reference
7.50x16Reference
Rear tire
18.4-38Reference
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Ag front
10.00-16Reference
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Ag rear
18.4-38Reference
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2WD Length
433 cmReference
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4WD Length
442 cmReference
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2WD ROPS Weight
4439 kgReference
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4WD ROPS Weight
5019 kgReference
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@WD Clearance (front axle)
56 cmReference
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4WD Clearance (front axle)
46 cmReference
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Clearance (drawbar)
47 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 279 cmReference
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Steering wheel
204 cmReference
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2WD Rear tire
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16.9R38Reference
2WD Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 7.50x16. Rear: 16.9R38Reference
4WD Standard tires (ag)
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Front: 14.9R24. Rear: 16.9R38Reference
Shipping
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4709 kgReference
Operating
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5080 kgReference
5240 Serial Numbers
1992
JJF1015072Reference
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1993
JJF1023186Reference
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1994
JJF1029431Reference
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1995
JJF1036193Reference
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1996
JJF1047028Reference
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1997
JJF1059169Reference
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Location:
Inside cab on leftReference
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Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
95Reference
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Batteries
2Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
ROPS Charging amps
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70Reference
Cab Charging amps
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120Reference
Battery CCA
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1300Reference
CaseIH 5240 Height
Hood
177 cmReference
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Cab
269 cmReference
292 cmReference
Exhaust
273 cmReference
287 cmReference
Speeds
Variants
TS100A
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similar New Holland modelReference
CaseIH MXU100 attachments
Attachment overview
CaseIH MXU100 Height
ROPS
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285 cmReference
Test results
Fuel use
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21.6 l/hourReference
Max pull
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5465 kgReference
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.