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CaseIH C48 vs CaseIH CS 48
Verdict: CaseIH C48 vs CaseIH CS 48
The CaseIH C48 and the CaseIH CS 48 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 48 hp. CaseIH C48 is the lighter machine (2,380 kg vs 2,710 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. CaseIH CS 48 holds more fuel (73.1 L vs 53.0 L) for longer stints between fills. CaseIH CS 48 is the newer design (1996 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
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
CaseIH
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
48 hp
48 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Distributor
CaseIHReference
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Manufacturer
SteyrReference
CaseIHReference
Drive
4x4 MFWD 4WD optionalReference
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Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
hydrostatic powerReference
Engine
3-cylinderReference
3-cylinderReference
Fuel tank
53.0 LReference
73.1 LReference
Engine
35.8 kWReference
35.8 kWReference
Displacement
2.4 LReference
2.7 LReference
Bore/Stroke
100 x 100 mmReference
95 x 127 mmReference
Power
35.8 kWReference
35.8 kWReference
Rated RPM
2400Reference
2250Reference
Torque
169.5 NmReference
189.8 NmReference
Torque RPM
1300Reference
1300Reference
Transmission
Transmission
synchroReference
synchroReference
Gears
16 forward and 8 reverseReference
16 forward and 8 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Total flow
29.1 lpmReference
37.9 lpmReference
Rear lift
2000 kgReference
2290 kgReference
Rear PTO Type
540/1000Reference
430/540/ 750/1000Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
198 cmReference
212 cmReference
Weight
2380 kgReference
2710 kgReference
Front tire
7.50-16Reference
7.50-16Reference
Rear tire
12.4-32Reference
14.9R28Reference
Ag front
8.3-24Reference
10.5R20Reference
Ag rear
12.4-32Reference
14.9R28Reference
Length
353 cmReference
352 cmReference
Height
229 cmReference
233 cmReference
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.