CaseIH MX305 Magnum

The CaseIH MX305 Magnum is a tractor produced by Caseih. It is equipped with a 540 ci 8.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 304 hp / 226.7 kW. Transmission: Creeper. Operating weight: 21,585 lbs 9790 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 304 hp / 226.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
180 gal 681.3 L
Transmission
Creeper
Operating Weight
21,585 lbs 9790 kg

Overview

CaseIH MX305 Magnum tractor photo
2006 - 2007 Magnum SeriesRow-Crop tractor Magnum Series Row-Crop tractor
Production
Manufacturer
CaseIH
Row-Crop tractor
CaseIH MX305 Engine
CNH 8.9L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
CaseIH MX305 Power
Engine
304 hp 226.7 kW
PTO (claimed)
255 hp 190.2 kW
Drawbar (tested)
220.34 hp 164.3 kW
PTO (tested)
299.70 hp 223.5 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Steering
hydrostatic power
Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard.
Capacity
Fuel
180 gal 681.3 L
Hydraulic system
45.5 gal 172.2 L
Hydraulics
Type
PFC
Capacity
45.5 gal 172.2 L
Valves
3 to 5
Total flow
38.6 gpm 146.1 lpm
58 gpm (optional) 219.5 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
III
Rear lift
15.970 lbs 7 kg
17,920 lbs (optional) 8128 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
118.3 inches 300 cm
Weight
21,585 lbs 9790 kg
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging amps
150
175 (optional)
Battery CCA
2000
Battery volts
12

Engine

Engine Detail — 540 ci / 8.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer
CNH
Configuration
intercooled turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
540 ci 8.9 L
Bore/Stroke
4.488x5.689 inches 114 x 145 mm
Power
304 hp 226.7 kW
Air cleaner
dual paper elements
Compression
17.6:1
Rated RPM
2000
Torque
1938 lb-ft 2627.9 Nm
Torque RPM
1400
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
22 qts 20.8 L
Coolant capacity
24 qts 22.7 L

Transmission

Transmission options
18-speed
19-speed
23-speed

Transmission — Powershift

Transmission
Powershift
Gears
18 forward and 4 reverse

Transmission — Powershift - overdrive

Transmission
Powershift - overdrive
Gears
19 forward and 4 reverse
MX305 Magnum Powershift - overdrive  speeds
Transmission
Creeper
Gears
23 forward and 6 reverse

Dimensions

CaseIH MX305 Tires
Dimensions
Wheelbase
118.3 inches 300 cm
Height
128.5 inches 326 cm
Operating weight
21,585 lbs 9790 kg
Ballasted weight
33,415 lbs 15157 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1913
Diesel 19/4 4WD October 24 - November 14, 2007 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1913 file
PTO performance
Max power
299.70 hp 223.5 kW
Fuel use
17.0 gal/hour 64.3 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
256.66 hp 191.4 kW
Fuel use
15.6 gal/hour 59.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
299.7 hp 223.5 kW
Fuel use
16.9 gal/hour 64.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
220.34 hp 164.3 kW
Fuel use
15.6 gal/hour 59.0 l/hour
Gear 9 used for power test.
Max pull
20366 lbs 9238 kg
Gear 6 used for pull test.

Photos

CaseIH MX305 Magnum tractor photo

CaseIH MX305 Magnum tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Caseih MX305 Magnum based on its 304 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁Commercial / Field ScaleHigh 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 ScaleLarge commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep 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 ScaleBroad-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 ScaleHigh-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 MX305 Magnum.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 11.4 hrs

Approximately 11.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (180 gal / 681.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~15.8 gal/hr (59.8 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

Caseih MX305 Magnum Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Caseih MX305 Magnum.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)304 hp
Kilowatts (kW)226.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)308.2 PS

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