CaseIH MX255 Magnum

The CaseIH MX255 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): 262 hp / 195.4 kW. Transmission: 18 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 20200 to 21550 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 262 hp / 195.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

160 gal 605.6 L

Transmission

18 forward and 4 reverse

Operating Weight

20200 to 21550 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
TG255	similar New Holland model

CaseIH MX255 Engine
CDC 8.3L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

CaseIH MX255 Transmission
18-speed full power shift
Transmission details ...

CaseIH MX255 Power
Engine	262 hp 195.4 kW
PTO (claimed)	215 hp 160.3 kW
Drawbar (tested)	187.68 hp 140.0 kW
PTO (tested)	248.20 hp 185.1 kW
Performance test details ...

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

Capacity
Fuel	160 gal 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	14,970 lbs 6790 kg
	17,920 lbs (optional) 8128 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	118.3 inches 300 cm
Weight	20200 to 21550 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 24-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	262 hp 195.4 kW
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Compression	17.0:1
Rated RPM	2000
Torque	1670 lb-ft 2264.5 Nm
Torque RPM	1400
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	22 qts 20.8 L
Coolant capacity	24 qts 22.7 L

CaseIH MX255 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 MX255 Tires

Dimensions
Wheelbase	118.3 inches 300 cm
Height (cab)	124.6 inches 316 cm
Rear axle	4 by 120 inches 101 by 3048 mm
Rear axle	4.5 by 120 inches 114 by 3048 mm
Front tread	60 to 88 inches 152 to 223 cm

CaseIH MX255 Weight
Shipping	20,200 lbs 9162 kg
Operating	21,550 lbs 9775 kg
Ballasted	28,710 lbs 13022 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1827
Diesel 18-speed 4WD September 15 - October 24, 2003 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1827 file
PTO performance
Max power	248.20 hp 185.1 kW
Fuel use	13.1 gal/hour 49.6 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed	219.19 hp 163.4 kW
Fuel use	12.5 gal/hour 47.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	187.68 hp 140.0 kW
Fuel use	12.8 gal/hour 48.4 l/hour
Gear 7 used for power test.
Max pull	21,234 lbs 9631 kg
Gear 5 used for pull test.

Photos

CaseIH MX255 Magnum

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Caseih MX255 Magnum based on its 262 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 MX255 Magnum.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 11.7 hrs

Approximately 11.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (160 gal / 605.7 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~13.6 gal/hr (51.6 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