CaseIH Puma 185
The CaseIH Puma 185 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): 185 hp / 138.0 kW. Transmission: EconoGear. Operating weight: 18135 lbs 8226 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 185 hp / 138.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
104 gal
393.6 L
Transmission
EconoGear
Operating Weight
18135 lbs
8226 kg
Overview
 | 2011 - 2025
Model year 2011-20132014-20202021-2025
Puma SeriesRow-Crop tractor
Puma Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | CaseIH |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Basildon, England | |
CaseIH Puma 185 Engine | |
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FPT 6.7L 6-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
CaseIH Puma 185 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 185 hp
138.0 kW |
Engine (max) | 234 hp
174.5 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 155 hp
115.6 kW |
PTO (tested) | 187.5 hp
139.8 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Cab standard. Optional cab suspension. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 104 gal
393.6 L |
Exhaust fluid (DEF) | 13.2 gal
50.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 22 gal
83.3 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center pressure flow compensating (PFC) |
Capacity | 22 gal
83.3 L |
Rear valves | 3 to 4 (mechanical) |
3 to 5 (electronic) | |
Pump flow | 32 gpm (powershift)
121.1 lpm |
35 gpm (CVT/opt-PS)
132.5 lpm | |
40 gpm (CVT opt)
151.4 lpm | |
Total flow | 49 gpm (powershift)
185.5 lpm |
52 gpm (CVT/opt-PS)
196.8 lpm | |
57 gpm (CVT opt)
215.7 lpm | |
Steering flow | 17 gpm
64.3 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 2/3N |
Rear lift | 10,200 lbs
4626 kg |
13,400 lbs (optional)
6078 kg | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.75) |
1000 (1.75) | |
1000/1000E | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 113.6 inches
288 cm |
Weight | 18135 lbs
8226 kg |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 150 |
200 OptOptional | |
Battery CCA | 1300 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Puma Series Tractors published in 2010, by CaseIH | |
Puma Series Tractors published in 2011, by CaseIH |
Engine
Engine Detail — 410.6 ci / 6.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | FPT |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder 24-valve, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 410.6 ci
6.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.094x5.197 inches
104 x 132 mm |
Emissions | Interim Tier 4 |
Emission control | selective catalytic reduction (SCR) |
Rated Power (gross) | 185 hp
138.0 kW |
Maximum Power (gross) | 234 hp
174.5 kW |
Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 16 qts
15.1 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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18-speed full power shift | |
19-speed full power shift | |
continuously variable transmission (CVT) |
Transmission — 18 forward and 6 reverse full power shift
Type | full power shift |
Gears | 18 forward and 6 reverse |
Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
Transmission — EconoGear
Transmission | EconoGear |
Type | full power shift |
Gears | 19 forward and 6 reverse |
Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
Adds transport gear to the power shift, providing road speed at reduced engine RPMs. | |
Transmission — infinite forward and reverse continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Type | continuously variable transmission (CVT) |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
CaseIH Puma 185 Tires |
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Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 113.6 inches
288 cm |
Operating weight | 18135 lbs
8226 kg |
Bar rear axle | 4.125 by 112 inches
104 by 2844 mm |
Bar rear axle | 4.125 by 98 inches
104 by 2489 mm |
Bar rear axle | 4.125 by 119 inches
104 by 3022 mm |
Front tread | 60 to 88 inches
152 to 223 cm |
Tests
OCED Tractor Test 2613 | |
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Diesel 19-speed 4WD
December 2010 - April 2011,
Link: OCED Tractor Test 2613 file | |
PTO performance | |
Max power | 187.5 hp
139.8 kW |
Fuel use | 9.6 gal/hour
36.3 l/hour |
Power at rated engine speed | 165.5 hp
123.4 kW |
Fuel use | 9.2 gal/hour
34.8 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 185.1 hp
138.0 kW |
Fuel use | 9.6 gal/hour
36.3 l/hour |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Case IH L760 loader | |
Case IH L770 loader |
Photos
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Caseih Puma 185 based on its 185 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm) | Commercial / Field Scale | Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights. |
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 | 15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes. |
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 Puma 185.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.8 hrs
Approximately 10.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (104 gal / 393.7 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~9.6 gal/hr (36.4 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 Puma 185 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Caseih Puma 185.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)185 hp
Kilowatts (kW)138 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)187.6 PS
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