Compare/CaseIH Farmall 55C Series II vs CaseIH Farmall DX48
Search

CaseIH Farmall 55C Series II vs CaseIH Farmall DX48

Verdict: CaseIH Farmall 55C Series II vs CaseIH Farmall DX48

The CaseIH Farmall 55C Series II and the CaseIH Farmall DX48 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. CaseIH Farmall DX48 leads on rated power with 48 hp against 47 hp. CaseIH Farmall DX48 is the lighter machine (1,957 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 Farmall DX48 holds more fuel (51.1 L vs 40.1 L) for longer stints between fills. CaseIH Farmall 55C Series II is the newer design (2017 vs 2004). In short: choose the CaseIH Farmall DX48 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.

Tune the fit score
Tell us about your operation
Fit & specs
CaseIH Farmall 55C Series II Tractor
CaseIH
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
CaseIH Farmall DX48 Tractor
CaseIH
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
47 hp
48 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
CaseIH (a part of CNH)Reference
CaseIHReference
Four synchronized speeds in four ranges with mechanical shuttle.Reference
PTO performanceReference
Original price
$61,513 (2025 hydro Cab )Reference
Differential lock
mechanical rearReference
Variants
Boomer 55
similar New Holland modelReference
TC48DA
similar New Holland modelReference
Engine
ROPS Fuel tank
40.1 LReference
Cab Fuel tank
46.9 LReference
Engine
41.0 kWReference
Displacement
1.9 LReference
2.2 LReference
Bore/Stroke
88 x 103 mmReference
84 x 100 mmReference
Emissions
Tier IVReference
Emission control
exhaust gas recirculation with DOC and DPFReference
Power
41.0 kWReference
Fuel system
electronic direct-injection common railReference
Rated RPM
2600Reference
2800Reference
Firing order
1-3-2Reference
Starter
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Fuel tank
51.1 LReference
Engine (gross)
35.8 kWReference
Power (gross)
35.8 kWReference
Air cleaner
dual paper elementsReference
Compression
22.4:1Reference
Power at rated engine speed
30.6 kWReference
Transmission
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (3-range)Reference
12 forward and reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Gear PTO (claimed)
34.8 kWReference
Hydro PTO (claimed)
32.8 kWReference
Type
hydrostaticReference
synchronized shuttleReference
Valves
1 or 2Reference
Pump flow
31.0 lpmReference
Gear Steering flow
15.9 lpmReference
Hydro Steering flow
20.1 lpmReference
Rear Type
IReference
II/IReference
Control
position controlReference
Rear lift (at ends)
1250 kgReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
1119 kgReference
1571 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
electro-hydraulicReference
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Mid PTO
independentReference
Mid PTO Type
2000Reference
PTO (claimed)
29.8 kWReference
PTO (tested)
30.6 kWReference
Total flow
66.4 lpmReference
Engine RPM
540@2475Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
28.8 kWReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
185 cmReference
189 cmReference
Weight
3770 to 4453 poundsReference
1957 kgReference
Front tire
9.5x16Reference
Rear tire
13.6-24Reference
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
Length
325 cmReference
Width
175 cmReference
Height (ROPS)
249 cmReference
Height (cab)
236 cmReference
ROPS Weight
1710 kgReference
Cab Weight
2019 kgReference
Operating weight
1957 kgReference
CaseIH Farmall 55C attachments
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
Charging amps
70Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Attachment overview
CaseIH BHA102 Backhoe
Backhoe type
CaseIH BHA102 BackhoeReference
CaseIH BHX1114 BackhoeReference
CaseIH Farmall DX48 attachments
CaseIH BHX190 Backhoe
Digging depth
289 cmReference
Bucket force
2013 kgReference
Dipperstick force
1270 kgReference
CaseIH BHX1102 Backhoe
CaseIH BHX1114 Backhoe
Test results
Fuel use
11.4 l/hourReference

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.

Comparing 0
Compare (pick 2+)