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J.I. Case 116 XC vs J.I. Case 444

Verdict: J.I. Case 116 XC vs J.I. Case 444

The J.I. Case 116 XC and the J.I. Case 444 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. J.I. Case 116 XC leads on rated power with 16 hp against 14 hp. J.I. Case 116 XC is the lighter machine (152 kg vs 349 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. J.I. Case 116 XC is the newer design (1984 vs 1969). In short: choose the J.I. Case 116 XC for outright pulling power, or the J.I. Case 444 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
J.I. Case 116 XC Lawn Tractor
J.I. Case
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
J.I. Case 444 Lawn Tractor
J.I. Case
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
16 hp
14 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Distributor
J.I. CaseReference
Manufacturer
IngersollReference
J.I. CaseReference
Image courtesy of Henry PeetReference
The HY-Drive uses a fixed-displacement hydraulic pump to power a two-speed transaxle.Reference
Engine
Fuel tank
9.8 LReference
Displacement
40 ciReference
31.27 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
87 x 52 mmReference
89 x 83 mmReference
Power
11.9 kWReference
Starter
electricReference
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Power (gross)
10.4 kWReference
Compression
7:1Reference
Sparkplug gap
0.889 mmReference
Point gap
0.508 mmReference
Intake valve clearance
0.254 mmReference
Exhaust valve clearance
0.508 mmReference
Oil capacity
6.2 LReference
Transmission
Type
belt-driven gearReference
hydraulic driveReference
Gears
5 forward and 1 reverseReference
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)Reference
Transmission
HY-DrivReference
Oil type
[0oC]Reference
32oF [0oC]↑
: SAE20W40Reference
32oF [0oC]↓
: SAE5W20Reference
PTO & Hydraulics
Mid PTO
independentReference
Clutch
mechanical idler pulleyReference
Hydraulic system
4.7 LReference
Capacity
4.7 LReference
Pressure
137.9 barReference
Pump flow
30.3 lpmReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
106 cmReference
116 cmReference
Weight
152 kgReference
349 kgReference
Front tire
5.00-6Reference
6.50-8Reference
Rear tire
8.50-8Reference
8.00-16Reference
Lawn/turf front
5.00-6Reference
6.50-8Reference
Lawn/turf rear
8.50-8Reference
10.50-12Reference
Length
153 cmReference
177 cmReference
Width
82 cmReference
104 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
93 cmReference
110 cmReference
Ground clearance
15 cmReference
27 cmReference
Height (hood)
97 cmReference
Shipping weight
349 kgReference
Front tread
85 cmReference
Rear tread
80 cmReference
J.I. Case 116 XC attachments
116 XC Serial Number Location
Attachment overview
Capacities
Fuel
11.4 LReference
J.I. Case 444 attachments
444 Serial Number Location
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
Charging amps
15Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
Battery AH
24Reference

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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