CaseIH Farmall 85U

The CaseIH Farmall 85U is a tractor produced by Caseih. It is equipped with a 274 ci 4.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 85 hp / 63.4 kW. Transmission: 24 forward and reverse. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 6393 to 7496 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (gross): 85 hp / 63.4 kW

Drive & Traction

4x2 2WD

Fuel & Capacities

33.5 gal 126.8 L

Transmission

24 forward and reverse

Operating Weight

6393 to 7496 pounds

Overview

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Production
Manufacturer	CaseIH
Utility tractor
Built in Jesi, Italy

CaseIH Farmall 85U Engine
FPT 4.5L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	33.5 gal 126.8 L
Engine details ...

CaseIH Farmall 85U Power
Engine (gross)	85 hp 63.4 kW
PTO (claimed)	70 hp 52.2 kW
PTO (tested)	74.6 hp 55.6 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Drive	4x2 2WD
	4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)
Steering	hydrostatic power
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Flat deck platform with ROPS; cab optional

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Valves	2 rear, 1 mid (optional)
Pump flow	16.1 gpm 60.9 lpm
Total flow	26.5 gpm 100.3 lpm
Steering flow	10.4 gpm 39.4 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	2
Control	mechanical lower-link draft control, optional electronic draft control (EDC)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	5,745 lbs 2605 kg
	6,445 lbs (EDC) 2923 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540
	540/1000 (optional)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	92.2 inches (2WD) 234 cm
	92.5 inches (4WD) 234 cm
Weight	6393 to 7496 pounds
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	120
Battery CCA	960
Battery volts	12

References

Farmall Series Utility Tractors published in 2008, by CaseIH

Engine

Engine Detail — 274 ci / 4.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer	FPT
Configuration	turbocharged intercooled diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	274 ci 4.5 L
Bore/Stroke	4.094x5.197 inches 104 x 132 mm
Emissions	Tier 3
Power (gross)	85 hp 63.4 kW
Air cleaner	dual dry elements
Pre-heating	grid heater
Compression	17:1
Rated RPM	2300
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission options
12-speed mechanical shuttle
20-speed mechanical shuttle with creeper
12-speed power shuttle
24-speed power shuttle with partial power shift

Transmission — 12 forward and reverse mechanical shuttle

Type	mechanical shuttle
Gears	12 forward and reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Three ranges with four gears per range. Left-hand reverser requires use of clutch to change directions

Transmission — 20 forward and 12 reverse mechanical shuttle with creeper

Type	mechanical shuttle with creeper
Gears	20 forward and 12 reverse
Clutch	dry disc

Transmission — 12 forward and reverse power shuttle

Type	power shuttle
Gears	12 forward and reverse
Clutch	dry disc

Transmission — 24 forward and reverse power shuttle with partial power shift

Type	power shuttle with partial power shift
Gears	24 forward and reverse
Clutch	wet disc
12x12 power shuttle with high-low power shift.

Dimensions

CaseIH Farmall 85U Tires

Dimensions
Wheelbase	92.2 inches (2WD) 234 cm
	92.5 inches (4WD) 234 cm

CaseIH Farmall 85U Weight
Shipping	6,393 lbs (2WD ROPS) 2899 kg
	7,055 lbs (4WD ROPS) 3200 kg
	6,834 lbs (2WD cab) 3099 kg
	7,496 lbs (4WD cab) 3400 kg

CaseIH Farmall 85U Height
ROPS	108.9 inches 276 cm
Cab	100.8 inches 256 cm
Exhaust	117.5 inches 298 cm

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2503
Dieel 12-speed 4WD January 2009 - March 2009, Link: OCED Tractor Test 2503 file
PTO performance
Max power	74.6 hp 55.6 kW
Fuel use	4.5 gal/hour 17.0 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	71.1 hp 53.0 kW
Fuel use	4.8 gal/hour 18.2 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	72.8 hp 54.3 kW
Fuel use	4.7 gal/hour 17.8 l/hour

Attachments

Attachment overview
CaseIH L730 loader
CaseIH L740 loader

Photos

CaseIH Farmall 85U tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Caseih Farmall 85U based on its 85 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm)	Heavy Duty	Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m	Heavy Duty	Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm	Heavy Duty	Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙	Heavy Duty	Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机	Heavy Duty	Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch.

Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Caseih Farmall 85U.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.6 hrs

Approximately 7.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (33.5 gal / 126.8 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.4 gal/hr (16.7 L/hr)

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)

Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty

Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)

Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)

Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix

Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze

Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours