J.I. Case 10-18
The J.I. Case 10-18 is a tractor produced by J I Case. It is equipped with a 235.9 ci 3.9 L engine. The listed engine power is 18.1 hp 13.5 kW. Transmission: 2 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 3,760 lbs 1705 kg.
Engine Power
18.1 hp
13.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
10.5 gal
39.7 L
Transmission
2 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
3,760 lbs
1705 kg
Overview
 | 1918 - 1920
Crossmotor SeriesStandard-tread tractor
Crossmotor Series
Standard-tread tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA | |
Total built | 9,051 |
J.I. Case 10-18 Engine | |
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J.I. Case 3.9L 4-cyl kerosene | |
Fuel tank | 10.5 gal
39.7 L |
Aux. fuel | 2 gal
7.6 L |
Engine details ...  | |
J.I. Case 10-18 Transmission | |
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2-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
J.I. Case 10-18 Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 10 hp
7.5 kW |
Belt (claimed) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Plows | 2 (14-inch) |
Drawbar (tested) | 11.24 hp
8.4 kW |
PTO (tested) | 18.1 hp
13.5 kW |
Belt (tested) | 18.145 hp
13.5 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Open operator station. | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 3,760 lbs
1705 kg |
Front tire | 30x6 |
Rear tire | 42x9 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Belt Pulley | |
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Diameter | 14.25 inches
36 cm |
Width | 5.25 inches
13 cm |
RPM | 1050 |
Speed | 3,916 ft/min
1193.60 meters/min |
References | |
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Instructions on Operation and Care of the CASE 12-20 Tractor published in 1922 | |
Power Farming Machinery published in 1919, by J.I. Case |
Engine
Engine Detail — 235.9 ci / 3.9 L Kerosene
Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Fuel Type | Kerosene |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 235.9 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.00 inches
98 x 127 mm |
Rated RPM | 1050 |
Starter type | hand-crank |
Coolant capacity | 36 qts
34.1 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 2 forward and 1 reverse gear
Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Type | gear |
Gears | 2 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
J.I. Case 10-18 Tires | |
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Ag front | 30x6 steel |
Ag rear | 42x9 steel |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 108 inches
274 cm |
Width | 52 inches
132 cm |
Height | 58 inches
147 cm |
Weight | 3,760 lbs
1705 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 3 | |
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Kerosene 2-speed 2WD
April 7 - 15, 1920
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 3 file | |
Belt power (max) | 18.145 hp
13.5 kW |
Belt fuel use (max) | 2.7 gal/hour
10.2 l/hour |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 18.1 hp
13.5 kW |
Fuel use | 2.7 gal/hour
10.2 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 11.24 hp
8.4 kW |
Max pull | 1,730 lbs
784 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for J I Case J.I. Case 10-18 based on its 18.1 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
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 J I Case J.I. Case 10-18.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 11.2 hrs
Approximately 11.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (10.5 gal / 39.7 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.6 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
J I Case J.I. Case 10-18 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for J I Case J.I. Case 10-18.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18.1 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.4 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Engine Power:18.1 hp
13.5 kW
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