Compare/McCormick Intl X70.70 vs McCormick Intl ZTX280

McCormick Intl X70.70 vs McCormick Intl ZTX280

Verdict: McCormick Intl X70.70 vs McCormick Intl ZTX280

The McCormick Intl X70.70 and the McCormick Intl ZTX280 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. McCormick Intl ZTX280 leads on rated power with 280 hp against 188 hp. McCormick Intl X70.70 is the lighter machine (7,702 kg vs 10,501 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. McCormick Intl ZTX280 holds more fuel (570.0 L vs 350.1 L) for longer stints between fills. McCormick Intl X70.70 is the newer design (2012 vs 2003). In short: choose the McCormick Intl ZTX280 for outright pulling power, or the McCormick Intl X70.70 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Acreage600 acBudgetMain crop / use

Fit & specs

McCormick Intl

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Best match

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McCormick Intl

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Clear

Rated power

188 hp

280 hp

Confidence

40%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

McCormick Intl (a part of Argo)Reference

liquid-cooledReference

With 710/70R42 rear tires.Reference

Differential lock

limited-slip frontReference

electro-hydraulicReference

Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

350.1 LReference

570.0 LReference

Exhaust fluid (DEF)

37.9 LReference

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Engine

140.2 kWReference

208.8 kWReference

Displacement

6.7 LReference

8.3 LReference

Bore/Stroke

104 x 132 mmReference

114 x 135 mmReference

Emissions

Interim Tier 4Reference

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Emission control

selective catalytic reduction (SCR)Reference

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Power

140.2 kWReference

208.8 kWReference

Maximum Power

162.6 kWReference

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Fuel system

high pressure common railReference

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Rated RPM

2200Reference

Torque

810.1 NmReference

1179.7 NmReference

Starter

electricReference

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Starter volts

12Reference

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Torque RPM

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1200Reference

Starter type

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electricReference

Transmission

Xtraspeed CreeperReference

FunkReference

Type

eight-speed power shiftReference

creeperReference

Gears

48 forward and 40 reverseReference

36 forward and 16 reverseReference

PTO & Hydraulics

Valves

3 to 4Reference

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Pump flow

163.1 lpmReference

149.9 lpmReference

Rear Type

IIIReference

Rear lift

10949 kgReference

11002 kgReference

Front Hitch

optionalReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

electro-hydraulic wet discReference

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Rear PTO Type

540/1000Reference

1000 (1.75)Reference

Front PTO

independent (optional)Reference

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Engine RPM

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1000@2090Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

287 cmReference

305 cmReference

Weight

7702 kgReference

10501 kgReference

Front tire

540/65R30Reference

600/70R28Reference

Rear tire

650/65R42Reference

710/70R42Reference

Standard tires (ag)

Front: 540/65R30. Rear: 650/65R42Reference

Front: 600/70R28. Rear: 710/70R42Reference

Length

530 cmReference

533 cmReference

Width

241 cmReference

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Height (cab)

299 cmReference

310 cmReference

Ground clearance

46 cmReference

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Front axle

4WD hydraulic suspensionReference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Battery volts

12Reference

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Charging system

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alternatorReference

Charging amps

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150Reference

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.