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McCormick Intl XTX215 vs McCormick Intl ZTX280

Verdict: McCormick Intl XTX215 vs McCormick Intl ZTX280

The McCormick Intl XTX215 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 202 hp. McCormick Intl XTX215 is the lighter machine (7,262 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 347.1 L) for longer stints between fills. McCormick Intl XTX215 is the newer design (2005 vs 2003). In short: choose the McCormick Intl ZTX280 for outright pulling power, or the McCormick Intl XTX215 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
McCormick Intl XTX215 Tractor
McCormick Intl
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
McCormick Intl ZTX280 Tractor
McCormick Intl
62
Fit score
Clear
Rated power
202 hp
280 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
McCormick Intl (a part of Argo)Reference
McCormick Intl (a part of Argo)Reference
Four ranges with eight power shift gears in each range. Power shuttle. XtraSpeed-E option provides push-button range shifting.Reference
With 710/70R42 rear tires.Reference
Differential lock
electro-hydraulicReference
Engine
Fuel tank
347.1 LReference
570.0 LReference
Engine
143.9 kWReference
208.8 kWReference
Engine (boost)
150.6 kWReference
Drawbar (tested)
115.8 kWReference
Displacement
5.9 LReference
8.3 LReference
Bore/Stroke
102 x 120 mmReference
114 x 135 mmReference
Power
143.9 kWReference
208.8 kWReference
Boost Power
150.6 kWReference
Air cleaner
dual paper elementsReference
Compression
17.5:1Reference
Rated RPM
2200Reference
2200Reference
Starter
electricReference
Starter volts
12Reference
Torque
800.0 NmReference
1179.7 NmReference
Torque RPM
1200Reference
1200Reference
Max power
115.8 kWReference
Power at rated engine speed
141.3 kWReference
Starter type
electricReference
Transmission
Transmission
XtraSpeed CreeperReference
FunkReference
Gears
48 forward and 40 reverseReference
36 forward and 16 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (tested)
153.3 kWReference
Type
8-speed power shiftReference
creeperReference
Total flow
163.1 lpmReference
Rear Type
IIIReference
IIIReference
Rear lift
10951 kgReference
11002 kgReference
Rear PTO
independentReference
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
540E/1000Reference
1000 (1.75)Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
152.0 kWReference
Pump flow
149.9 lpmReference
Engine RPM
1000@2090Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
287 cmReference
305 cmReference
Weight
7262 kgReference
10501 kgReference
Front tire
540/65R30Reference
600/70R28Reference
Rear tire
650/65R42Reference
710/70R42Reference
Ag front
540/65R30Reference
Ag rear
650/65R42Reference
Length
530 cmReference
533 cmReference
Height
302 cmReference
Operating weight
7262 kgReference
Ballasted weight
9183 kgReference
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 600/70R28. Rear: 710/70R42Reference
Height (cab)
310 cmReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
negativeReference
Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
120Reference
150Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
Test results
Fuel use
38.6 l/hourReference
Max pull
60 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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