J.I. Case 1390
The J.I. Case 1390 is a tractor produced by J I Case. It is equipped with a 219 ci 3.6 L engine. The listed engine power is 60.59 hp 45.2 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 5,500 lbs 2494 kg.
Engine Power
60.59 hp
45.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
19 gal
71.9 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
5,500 lbs
2494 kg
Overview
 | 1980 - 1983
90 SeriesUtility tractor
90 Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England | |
Original price | $22,100 (1983) |
J.I. Case 1390 Engine | |
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J.I. Case 3.6L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
J.I. Case 1390 Transmission | |
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12-speed synchromesh | |
Transmission details ...  |
J.I. Case 1390 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 60 hp
44.7 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 50.26 hp
37.5 kW |
PTO (tested) | 60.59 hp
45.2 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. | |
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 | 15.3 gpm
57.9 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 2/1 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 84 inches
213 cm |
Weight | 5,500 lbs
2494 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 Detail — 219 ci / 3.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 219 ci
3.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.50 inches
100 x 114 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 |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | hydraulic dry disc |
Oil capacity | 28.5 qts
27.0 L |
With 16.9x30 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
J.I. Case 1390 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 84 inches
213 cm |
Length | 135 inches
342 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 88 inches
223 cm |
Shipping weight | 5,500 lbs
2494 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 1380 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 4WD
March 25 - April 10, 1980
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1380 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 60.59 hp
45.2 kW |
Fuel use | 4.0 gal/hour
15.1 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 58.40 hp
43.5 kW |
Fuel use | 3.7 gal/hour
14.0 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 50.26 hp
37.5 kW |
Fuel use | 4.0 gal/hour
15.1 l/hour |
Gear 4-1 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 8624 lbs
3911 kg |
Gear 2-1 used for pull test. | |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for J I Case J.I. Case 1390 based on its 60.59 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 1390.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6 hrs
Approximately 6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (19 gal / 71.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.2 gal/hr (11.9 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 1390 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for J I Case J.I. Case 1390.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)60.6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)45.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)61.4 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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45.2 kW
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