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J.I. Case 2470 Traction King vs J.I. Case 4894

Verdict: J.I. Case 2470 Traction King vs J.I. Case 4894

The J.I. Case 2470 Traction King and the J.I. Case 4894 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. J.I. Case 4894 leads on rated power with 253 hp against 213 hp. J.I. Case 4894 is the lighter machine (11,680 kg vs 15,500 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. J.I. Case 4894 is the newer design (1983 vs 1972). In short: choose the J.I. Case 4894 for outright pulling power, or the J.I. Case 2470 Traction King 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 2470 Traction King Tractor
J.I. Case
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
J.I. Case 4894 Tractor
J.I. Case
62
Fit score
Clear
Rated power
213 hp
253 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
J.I. CaseReference
J.I. CaseReference
Four ranges (1-4) with three power shift gears (1-3), plus reverse (R) in each range.Reference
With 23.1x30 tires.Reference
Total built
7,996Reference
872Reference
Drive
4x4 4WDReference
4x4 4WDReference
Final drives
planetaryReference
Steering
hydrostatic front, hydraulic-assist rearReference
hydraulic, front, rear or four-wheel crab steeringReference
Original price
$100,600 (1985)Reference
Engine
Fuel tank
416.4 LReference
Engine (gross)
158.8 kWReference
Drawbar (claimed)
114.8 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
112.2 kWReference
163.1 kWReference
Displacement
8.3 LReference
11.0 LReference
Bore/Stroke
117 x 127 mmReference
127 x 145 mmReference
Power (gross)
158.8 kWReference
Air cleaner
dual paper elements with pre-cleanerReference
dual paper elementsReference
Compression
15.8:1Reference
14.7:1Reference
Rated RPM
2200Reference
2200Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
41.6 LReference
41.6 LReference
Power at rated engine speed
129.9 kWReference
189.0 kWReference
Max power
112.2 kWReference
163.1 kWReference
Engine
223.7 kWReference
Power
223.7 kWReference
Torque
1145.8 NmReference
Torque RPM
1400Reference
Oil capacity
45.4 LReference
Transmission
Transmission
Range Power ShiftReference
partial power shiftReference
Gears
12 forward and 2 reverseReference
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
Clutch
hydraulic wet discReference
hydraulic wet discReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
131.2 kWReference
188.7 kWReference
PTO (tested)
129.9 kWReference
189.0 kWReference
Type
partial power shiftReference
closed centerReference
Pressure
141.3 barReference
162.0 barReference
Valves
2 to 4Reference
4Reference
SCV flow
64.3 lpmReference
Total flow
128.7 lpmReference
102.2 lpmReference
Steering flow
64.3 lpmReference
Rear Type
III/IIReference
III (optional)Reference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
4536 kgReference
5783 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independent (optional)Reference
Rear PTO Type
1000 (1.375)Reference
1000Reference
Engine RPM
1000@2200Reference
1000@2200Reference
Hydraulic system
68.1 LReference
Capacity
68.1 LReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
259 cmReference
279 cmReference
Weight
15500 to 20485 poundsReference
11680 kgReference
Front tire
18.4-34Reference
18.4-34Reference
Rear tire
18.4-34Reference
18.4-34Reference
Ag front
23.1-30Reference
18.4-34Reference
Ag rear
23.1-30Reference
18.4-34Reference
Length
525 cmReference
601 cmReference
Height
330 cmReference
Shipping weight
7030 kgReference
Operating weight
9291 kgReference
11680 kgReference
Front tread
182 to 233 cmReference
Rear tread
182 to 233 cmReference
Width
335 cmReference
Height (exhaust)
317 cmReference
Ballasted weight
12909 kgReference
Ground clearance
45 cmReference
2470 Serial Numbers
1972
8691801Reference
1973
8712001Reference
1974
8762001Reference
1975
8767001Reference
1976
8792901Reference
1977
8825001Reference
1978
8853001Reference
1979
8853001Reference
Electrical
Charging system
alternatorReference
Charging amps
55Reference
Batteries
2Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Ground
negativeReference
Test results
Fuel use
42.8 l/hourReference
58.3 l/hourReference
Max pull
8187 kgReference
12531 kgReference
Capacities
Fuel
567.8 LReference
4894 Serial Numbers
1984
8865000Reference
Location:
Data plates located at forward-right corner in top of the tractor cab.Reference
Speeds

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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