J.I. Case 1290
The J.I. Case 1290 is a tractor produced by J I Case. It is equipped with a 219 ci 3.6 L engine. The rated power output is 53.73 hp 40.1 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 5,390 lbs 2444 kg.
Engine Power
53.73 hp
40.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
19 gal
71.9 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
5,390 lbs
2444 kg
J I Case J.I. Case 1290 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
![]() | 1980 - 1983
90 SeriesUtility tractor |
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1980 - 1983 | |
90 Series | |
Utility tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England | |
Original price was $20,100 in 1983 | |
J.I. Case 1290 Transmission | |
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12-speed synchromesh | |
Transmission details ... |
J.I. Case 1290 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 53 hp
39.5 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 44.81 hp
33.4 kW |
PTO (tested) | 53.73 hp
40.1 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 19 gal
71.9 L |
Hydraulic system | 7.1 gal
26.9 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 7.1 gal
26.9 L |
Valves | 1 or 2 |
Pump flow | 7.25 gpm
27.4 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 2/1 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
independent OptOptional | |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 83 inches
210 cm |
Weight | 5,390 lbs
2444 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 26 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Model 56L & 66L Farm Loaders published in 1980, by J.I. Case | |
Models 74L & 56L Farm Loaders published in 1983, by J.I. Case | |
1190/1290/1390 General Purpose Tractors published in 1981, by J.I. Case | |
A great new Ninety Series General Purpose line published in 1980, by J.I. Case | |
Power for all-season productivity published in 1982, by J.I. Case | |
The Tractor Specialist Buyers Guide published in 1983, by J.I. Case |
Engine
Engine options | |
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J.I. Case 3.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
J.I. Case 3.6L 4-cyl diesel |
Engine Detail — 195 ci / 3.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 195 ci
3.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.00 inches
100 x 102 mm |
Air cleaner | dual dry element |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7.9 qts
7.5 L |
Coolant capacity | 14.8 qts
14.0 L |
Engine Detail — 219 ci / 3.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
The 3.6 liter engine was introduced at serial number 11052369 in tractors with an independent PTO and serial number 11052410 on tractors with a continuous PTO. | |
Displacement | 219 ci
3.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.50 inches
100 x 114 mm |
Air cleaner | dual dry element |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Oil capacity | 28.5 qts
27.0 L |
With 16.9x30 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
J.I. Case 1290 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 83 inches
210 cm |
Length | 135 inches
342 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 88 inches
223 cm |
Shipping weight | 5,390 lbs
2444 kg |
Max weight | 10,500 lbs
4762 kg |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 21 inches
53 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 13 inches
33 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1379 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 4WD
March 18 - April 13, 1981
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1379 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 53.73 hp
40.1 kW |
Fuel use | 3.6 gal/hour
13.6 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 47.80 hp
35.6 kW |
Fuel use | 3.1 gal/hour
11.7 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 44.81 hp
33.4 kW |
Fuel use | 3.5 gal/hour
13.2 l/hour |
Gear 4-1 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 8445 lbs
3830 kg |
Gear 2-1 used for pull test. | |
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