CaseIH CS 78 vs CaseIH JX85 Maxxima

Verdict: CaseIH CS 78 vs CaseIH JX85 Maxxima

The CaseIH CS 78 and the CaseIH JX85 Maxxima are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 71 hp. CaseIH CS 78 is the lighter machine (3,949 kg vs 6,425 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. CaseIH CS 78 holds more fuel (99.9 L vs 92.0 L) for longer stints between fills. CaseIH JX85 Maxxima is the newer design (2002 vs 1994). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.