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CaseIH C48 vs CaseIH Farmall 55C Series II

Verdict: CaseIH C48 vs CaseIH Farmall 55C Series II

The CaseIH C48 and the CaseIH Farmall 55C Series II are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. CaseIH C48 leads on rated power with 48 hp against 47 hp. CaseIH C48 is the lighter machine (2,380 kg vs 3,770 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. CaseIH C48 holds more fuel (53.0 L vs 40.1 L) for longer stints between fills. CaseIH Farmall 55C Series II is the newer design (2017 vs 1992). In short: choose the CaseIH C48 for outright pulling power, or the CaseIH Farmall 55C Series II 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 C48 Tractor
CaseIH
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
CaseIH Farmall 55C Series II Tractor
CaseIH
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
48 hp
47 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Distributor
CaseIHReference
Manufacturer
SteyrReference
CaseIH (a part of CNH)Reference
Drive
4x4 MFWD 4WD optionalReference
Steering
hydrostatic powerReference
Original price
$61,513 (2025 hydro Cab )Reference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
Engine
3-cylinderReference
Four synchronized speeds in four ranges with mechanical shuttle.Reference
Fuel tank
53.0 LReference
Engine
35.8 kWReference
41.0 kWReference
Displacement
2.4 LReference
1.9 LReference
Bore/Stroke
100 x 100 mmReference
88 x 103 mmReference
Power
35.8 kWReference
41.0 kWReference
Rated RPM
2400Reference
2600Reference
Torque
169.5 NmReference
Torque RPM
1300Reference
ROPS Fuel tank
40.1 LReference
Cab Fuel tank
46.9 LReference
Emissions
Tier IVReference
Emission control
exhaust gas recirculation with DOC and DPFReference
Fuel system
electronic direct-injection common railReference
Firing order
1-3-2Reference
Starter
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
Transmission
Transmission
synchroReference
Gears
16 forward and 8 reverseReference
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)Reference
PTO & Hydraulics
Total flow
29.1 lpmReference
Rear lift
2000 kgReference
Rear PTO Type
540/1000Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Gear PTO (claimed)
34.8 kWReference
Hydro PTO (claimed)
32.8 kWReference
Type
hydrostaticReference
Valves
1 or 2Reference
Pump flow
31.0 lpmReference
Gear Steering flow
15.9 lpmReference
Hydro Steering flow
20.1 lpmReference
Rear Type
IReference
Control
position controlReference
Rear lift (at ends)
1250 kgReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
1119 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
Clutch
electro-hydraulicReference
Mid PTO
independentReference
Mid PTO Type
2000Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
198 cmReference
185 cmReference
Weight
2380 kgReference
3770 to 4453 poundsReference
Front tire
7.50-16Reference
9.5x16Reference
Rear tire
12.4-32Reference
13.6-24Reference
Ag front
8.3-24Reference
Ag rear
12.4-32Reference
Length
353 cmReference
325 cmReference
Height
229 cmReference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 9.5x16. Rear: 13.6-24Reference
Lawn/turf front
28x8.50-15Reference
Lawn/turf rear
41x14.00-20Reference
Industrial front
12-16.5Reference
Industrial rear
17.5Lx24Reference
Width
175 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
249 cmReference
Height (cab)
236 cmReference
ROPS Weight
1710 kgReference
Cab Weight
2019 kgReference
Variants
Boomer 55
similar New Holland modelReference
CaseIH Farmall 55C attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
Charging amps
70Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
Attachment overview
CaseIH BHA102 Backhoe
Backhoe type
CaseIH BHA102 BackhoeReference

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.

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