CaseIH MXU135

The CaseIH MXU135 is a tractor produced by Caseih. It is equipped with a 410.6 ci 6.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 135 hp / 100.7 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 10979 to 12020 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 135 hp / 100.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
67 gal 253.6 L
Transmission
16 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
10979 to 12020 pounds

Overview

CaseIH MXU135 tractor photo
2004 - 2006 MXU Maxxum SeriesUtility tractor MXU Maxxum Series Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
CaseIH
Utility tractor
Built in Basildon, England
Original price was $64,400 in 2004
Variants
TS135A
similar New Holland model
CaseIH MXU135 Engine
CNH 6.7L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
67 gal 253.6 L
Engine details ...
CaseIH MXU135 Power
Engine (gross)
135 hp 100.7 kW
PTO (claimed)
115 hp 85.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)
94.4 hp 70.4 kW
PTO (tested)
127.4 hp 95.0 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives
planetary inboard
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic rear standard
front optional
Power steering
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard.
Hydraulics
Type
pressure-flow compensated (PFC)
Pressure
3118 psi 215.0 bar
Rear valves
2 to 4
Pump flow
26.5 gpm 100.3 lpm
Total flow
37 gpm 140.0 lpm
Steering flow
10.5 gpm 39.7 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II/IIIN
Control
electronic draft control
Rear lift
12,185 lbs 5527 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Clutch
electro-hydraulic wet plates
Rear PTO Type
540/1000
Engine RPM
540@1969
1000@2120
Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase
104.4 inches 265 cm
4WD Wheelbase
104.7 inches 265 cm
Weight
10979 to 12020 pounds
Front tire
10.00x16
2WD Rear tire
18.4R38
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
120
Battery CCA
1300
Battery volts
12
References
MXU135 references literature
MXU Series Maxxum Tractors published in 2005, by CaseIH

Engine

Engine Detail — 410.6 ci / 6.7 L Diesel

Manufacturer
CNH
Configuration
turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
410.6 ci 6.7 L
Bore/Stroke
4.094x5.196 inches 104 x 132 mm
Power (gross)
135 hp 100.7 kW
Fuel system
Bosch electronic direct injection with 8-hole injectors
Air cleaner
dual paper elements
Pre-heating
grid heater
Compression
17.0:1
Rated RPM
2200
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission options
24-speed partial power shift
16-speed partial powershift

Transmission — 24 forward and reverse partial power shift

Type
partial power shift
Gears
24 forward and reverse
Clutch
electro-hydraulic wet discs
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (I-II-III) with low-high power shift. Gears and ranges are synchronized.

Transmission — 16 forward and reverse partial powershift

Type
partial powershift
Gears
16 forward and reverse
Clutch
electro-hydraulic wet discs
Four gears (1-4) in four ranges (A-D). Power shift between gears. Auto Shift feature automatically matches shifts within selected range to match load.
MXU135  partial powershift speeds

Dimensions

CaseIH MXU135 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 10.00x16. Rear: 18.4R38
4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 14.9R28. Rear: 18.4R38
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase
104.4 inches 265 cm
4WD Wheelbase
104.7 inches 265 cm
CaseIH MXU135 Weight
2WD Shipping
10,979 lbs 4980 kg
4WD Shipping
11,331 lbs 5139 kg
4WD Operating
12,020 lbs 5452 kg
CaseIH MXU135 Height
Cab
114.1 inches 289 cm
116.7 inches (suspended cab) 296 cm
Exhaust
114.9 inches 291 cm

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2204
Diesel 16-speed 4WD June 1 - August 1, 2004 Link: OCED Tractor Test 2204 file
PTO performance
Max power
127.4 hp 95.0 kW
Fuel use
7.2 gal/hour 27.3 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
114.5 hp 85.4 kW
Fuel use
7.2 gal/hour 27.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
120.1 hp 89.6 kW
Fuel use
7.2 gal/hour 27.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
94.4 hp 70.4 kW
Fuel use
7.0 gal/hour 26.5 l/hour
Gear 1C used for power test.
Max pull
11,755 lbs 5332 kg
Gear 3A used for pull test.

Photos

CaseIH MXU135 tractor photo

CaseIH MXU135 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Caseih MXU135 based on its 135 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)Heavy DutyHeavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼Heavy DutyWide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
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
15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙Commercial / Field ScaleWide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机Heavy DutyHigh density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.
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 MXU135.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.5 hrs

Approximately 9.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (67 gal / 253.6 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~7 gal/hr (26.6 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

Caseih MXU135 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Caseih MXU135.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)135 hp
Kilowatts (kW)100.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)136.9 PS

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