CaseIH Magnum 260

The CaseIH Magnum 260 is a tractor produced by Caseih. It is equipped with a 531 ci 8.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 257 hp / 191.6 kW. Transmission: CVT. Operating weight: 27,180 lbs 12328 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (gross): 257 hp / 191.6 kW

Fuel & Capacities

168 gal 635.9 L

Transmission

CVT

Operating Weight

27,180 lbs 12328 kg

Overview

	2011 - 2013 Magnum SeriesRow-Crop tractor Magnum Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	CaseIH (a part of CNH)
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA

CaseIH Magnum 260 Engine
FPT 8.7L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	168 gal 635.9 L
Exhaust fluid (DEF)	23.6 gal 89.3 L
Engine details ...

CaseIH Magnum 260 Power
Engine (gross)	257 hp 191.6 kW
Engine (max)	290 hp 216.3 kW
PTO (claimed)	215 hp 160.3 kW
Drawbar (tested)	191.67 hp 142.9 kW
PTO (tested)	275.83 hp 205.7 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Steering	power
Magnum Surveyor cab standard. Optional cab suspension.

Hydraulics
Type	pressure-flow compensating
Rear valves	4 to 6
Total flow	44 gpm 166.5 lpm
	59 gpm (optional) 223.3 lpm
	75 gpm (optional) 283.9 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	3/3N
	4N/3 (optional)
Rear lift	12,800 lbs (3/3N 109cm links) 5806 kg
	14,800 lbs (3/3N 96cm links) 6713 kg
	14,375 lbs (3/3N 109cm links opt.) 6520 kg
	16,375 lbs (3/3N 96cm links opt.) 7427 kg
	17,400 lbs (4N/3 109cm links) 7892 kg
	19,400 lbs (4N/3 96cm links) 8799 kg
Front Hitch	optional
Front lift	9,426 lbs 4275 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	1000 (1.75)
	540/1000 (1.375)OptOptional
Engine RPM	540@1804
	1000@1804
Front PTO	independent OptOptional
Front PTO Type	1000 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	120 inches 304 cm
Weight	27,180 lbs 12328 kg
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	200
Batteries	2
Battery volts	12

References

Magnum Series Tractors published in 2011, by CaseIH
Magnum Series Tractors New 2011 Preview published in 2010, by CaseIH

Engine

Engine Detail — 531 ci / 8.7 L Diesel

Manufacturer	FPT
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder 24-valve, liquid-cooled
Displacement	531 ci 8.7 L
Bore/Stroke	4.606x5.315 inches 117 x 135 mm
Emissions	Tier 4A
Emission control	selective catalytic reduction (SCR)
Rated Power (gross)	257 hp 191.6 kW
Maximum Power (gross)	290 hp 216.3 kW
Rated RPM	2000
Starter type	electric

Transmission

Transmission options
19-speed full power shift
18-speed full power shift
23-speed creeper
continuously variable transmission

Transmission — 19 forward and 4 reverse full power shift

Type	full power shift
Gears	19 forward and 4 reverse

Transmission — 18 forward and 4 reverse full power shift

Type	full power shift
Gears	18 forward and 4 reverse
Transmission
Type	creeper
Gears	23 forward and 4 reverse

Transmission — CVT

Transmission	CVT
Type	continuously variable transmission
Gears	infinite forward and reverse
The CVT transmission became available on the Magnum 260 for the 2012 model year.

Dimensions

CaseIH Magnum 260 Tires

Dimensions
Wheelbase	120 inches 304 cm
Length	253.1 inches 642 cm
Min Width	100.4 inches 255 cm
Height	133 inches 337 cm
Weight	27,180 lbs 12328 kg
Rear axle	4 by 120 inches 101 by 3048 mm
Rear axle	4.5 by 120 inches 114 by 3048 mm (optional)
Front tread	60 to 88 inches 152 to 223 cm
Rear tread	57.9 to 90.3 inches 147 to 229 cm

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2018A
Diesel 18-speed 4WD April 6 - 18, 2012 Link: OCED Tractor Test 2018A file
PTO performance
Max power	275.83 hp 205.7 kW
Fuel use	13.9 gal/hour 52.6 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	219.98 hp 164.0 kW
Fuel use	12.0 gal/hour 45.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	275.83 hp 205.7 kW
Fuel use	13.9 gal/hour 52.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	191.67 hp 142.9 kW
Fuel use	12.1 gal/hour 45.8 l/hour
Gear 7 used for power test.
Max pull	22126 lbs 10036 kg
Gear 5 used for pull test.

Photos

CaseIH Magnum 260

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Caseih Magnum 260 based on its 257 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁	Commercial / Field Scale	High horsepower articulated/4WD field plowing.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼	Commercial / Field Scale	Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	24 to 36 ft Heavy Duty Field Disc7.3 - 11.0 m 超宽重型整地耙	Commercial / Field Scale	Broad-acre grain tillage for high-drawbar tractors.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)	Commercial / Field Scale	High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).

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 Magnum 260.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 12.6 hrs

Approximately 12.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (168 gal / 635.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~13.4 gal/hr (50.6 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