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J.I. Case 2594 vs J.I. Case 4490

Verdict: J.I. Case 2594 vs J.I. Case 4490

The J.I. Case 2594 and the J.I. Case 4490 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. J.I. Case 2594 leads on rated power with 182 hp against 175 hp. J.I. Case 4490 is the lighter machine (9,453 kg vs 14,875 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. J.I. Case 2594 is the newer design (1984 vs 1979). In short: choose the J.I. Case 2594 for outright pulling power, or the J.I. Case 4490 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 2594 Tractor
J.I. Case
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
J.I. Case 4490 Tractor
J.I. Case
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
182 hp
175 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
J.I. CaseReference
J.I. CaseReference
Six power shift gears (1-6), plus reverse, in four ranges (1-4). Reverse does not work in fourth range.Reference
With 23.1-30 tires.Reference
Drive
4x4 4WDReference
Final drives
outboard planetaryReference
Engine
Engine
161.8 kWReference
156.6 kWReference
Drawbar (claimed)
120.1 kWReference
114.1 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
119.0 kWReference
112.0 kWReference
Displacement
8.3 LReference
8.3 LReference
Bore/Stroke
117 x 127 mmReference
117 x 127 mmReference
Power
161.8 kWReference
156.6 kWReference
Rated RPM
2100Reference
2200Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Oil capacity
121.1 LReference
Coolant capacity
41.6 LReference
45.4 LReference
Power at rated engine speed
135.8 kWReference
130.6 kWReference
Max power
119.0 kWReference
112.0 kWReference
Fuel tank
484.5 LReference
Air cleaner
dual paper elementsReference
Compression
15.8:1Reference
Transmission
Gears
24 forward and 3 reverseReference
12 forward and 4 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
134.2 kWReference
130.5 kWReference
PTO (tested)
135.8 kWReference
130.6 kWReference
Hydraulic system
121.1 LReference
Type
four-speed power shiftReference
three-speed power shiftReference
Capacity
121.1 LReference
Pressure
155.1 barReference
155.1 barReference
Valves
2 to 4Reference
2 to 4Reference
Pump flow
102.2 lpmReference
117.3 lpmReference
Steering flow
30.3 lpmReference
Steering press.
137.9 barReference
Rear Type
IIIReference
IIIReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
3515 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Clutch
hydraulicReference
hydraulic wet discReference
Rear PTO Type
1000Reference
1000 (1.375)Reference
SCV flow
90.8 lpmReference
Rear lift
4989 kgReference
Capacities
Fuel
94.6 LReference
Max capacity
9298 kgReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
299 cmReference
259 cmReference
Weight
14875 to 16220 poundsReference
9453 kgReference
Front tire
11.00x16Reference
18.4-34Reference
Rear tire
20.8x38Reference
18.4-34Reference
Ag front
14Lx16Reference
30.5-32Reference
Ag rear
20.8x42Reference
30.5-32Reference
Width
304 cmReference
243 cmReference
Bar rear axle
98 by 3048 mmReference
Rear tread
152 to 335 cmReference
182 to 233 cmReference
Shipping
6747 kgReference
Operating
7357 kgReference
Length
589 cmReference
Operating weight
9453 kgReference
Ballasted weight
10183 kgReference
Ground clearance
45 cmReference
Front tread
182 to 233 cmReference
2594 Serial Numbers
1984
9931803Reference
1985
9938951Reference
1986
9941789Reference
1987
9945455Reference
1988
9948517Reference
Location:
Inside cab or on right-front frameReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
105Reference
72Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Test results
Fuel use
45.0 l/hourReference
42.8 l/hourReference
Max pull
7654 kgReference
9707 kgReference
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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