CaseIH MX230 Magnum

The CaseIH MX230 Magnum is a tractor produced by Caseih. It is equipped with a 504.5 ci 8.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 234 hp / 174.5 kW. Transmission: 18 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 18700 to 20100 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 234 hp / 174.5 kW

Fuel & Capacities

130 gal 492.1 L

Transmission

18 forward and 4 reverse

Operating Weight

18700 to 20100 pounds

Overview

	2003 - 2006 Magnum SeriesRow-Crop tractor Magnum Series Row-Crop tractor

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

Variants
TG230	similar New Holland model

CaseIH MX230 Engine
CDC 8.3L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

CaseIH MX230 Transmission
18-speed full power shift
Transmission details ...

CaseIH MX230 Power
Engine	234 hp 174.5 kW
PTO (claimed)	190 hp 141.7 kW
Drawbar (tested)	165.17 hp 123.2 kW
PTO (tested)	216.55 hp 161.5 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Steering	hydrostatic power
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Surveyor Cab standard with air-conditioning. Optional automatic climate control.

Capacity
Fuel	130 gal 492.1 L
	160 gal (optional) 605.6 L
Hydraulic system	45.5 gal 172.2 L

Hydraulics
Type	closed center pressure flow compensated with parallel priority (PFC)
Capacity	45.5 gal 172.2 L
Pressure	2950 psi 203.4 bar
Valves	3 to 5
Total flow	38.6 gpm 146.1 lpm
	53.1 gpm (optional) 201.0 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III/IIIN
Control	electronic draft control
Rear lift	13,960 lbs 6332 kg
	15,970 lbs (optional) 7243 kg
Front Hitch	optional
Front lift	7,170 lbs 3252 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	1000 (1.75)
	540/1000 (1.375 optional)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	120 inches (2WD) 304 cm
	118.3 inches (4WD) 300 cm
Weight	18700 to 20100 pounds
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	135
Charging volts	12
Batteries	2
Battery CCA	1000
Battery volts	12

References

MX Series Magnum Tractors published in 2003, by CaseIH

Engine

Engine Detail — 504.5 ci / 8.3 L Diesel

Manufacturer	CDC
Configuration	turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder 12-valve, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement	504.5 ci 8.3 L
Bore/Stroke	4.488x5.315 inches 114 x 135 mm
Emissions	Tier II
Power	234 hp 174.5 kW
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Compression	17.0:1
Rated RPM	2000
Torque	1445 lb-ft 1959.4 Nm
Torque RPM	1400
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	22 qts 20.8 L
Coolant capacity	24 qts 22.7 L

CaseIH MX230 Engine

Transmission

Transmission — 18 forward and 4 reverse full power shift

Type	full power shift
Gears	18 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	electro-hydraulic wet discs

Dimensions

CaseIH MX230 Tires

Dimensions
Wheelbase	120 inches (2WD) 304 cm
	118.3 inches (4WD) 300 cm
Height (cab)	124.6 inches 316 cm
Rear axle	4 by 114 inches 101 by 2895 mm
Rear axle	4 by 120 inches 101 by 3048 mm
Front tread	60 to 88 inches 152 to 223 cm

CaseIH MX230 Weight
Shipping	18,700 lbs (2WD) 8482 kg
	19,700 lbs (4WD) 8935 kg
Operating	20,100 lbs (4WD) 9117 kg
Ballasted	25,030 lbs 11353 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1826
Diesel 18-speed 4WD October 9 - 27, 2003 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1826 file
PTO performance
Max power	216.55 hp 161.5 kW
Fuel use	12.6 gal/hour 47.7 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	192.02 hp 143.2 kW
Fuel use	12.4 gal/hour 46.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	165.17 hp 123.2 kW
Fuel use	12.4 gal/hour 46.9 l/hour
Gear 7 used for power test.
Max pull	19,628 lbs 8903 kg
Gear 4 used for pull test.

Photos

CaseIH MX230 Magnum

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Caseih MX230 Magnum based on its 234 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 MX230 Magnum.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.7 hrs

Approximately 10.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (130 gal / 492.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~12.2 gal/hr (46.1 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