J.I. Case 1494
The J.I. Case 1494 is a tractor produced by J I Case. It is equipped with a 219 ci 3.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 85 hp / 63.4 kW. Transmission: Hydra-Shift. Operating weight: 7380 to 8180 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 85 hp / 63.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
35.9 gal
135.9 L
Transmission
Hydra-Shift
Operating Weight
7380 to 8180 pounds
Overview
 | 1983 - 1984
94 SeriesUtility tractor
94 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 | $24,100 (1988) |
J.I. Case 1494 Engine | |
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Case 3.6L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 35.9 gal
135.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
J.I. Case 1494 Power | |
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Engine | 85 hp
63.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 75 hp
55.9 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Disc brakes | |
Cab optional with air-conditioning. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2475 psi
170.7 bar |
Valves | 1 to 3 |
Total flow | 8.5 gpm
32.2 lpm |
15.3 gpm (tandem)
57.9 lpm | |
Steering flow | 7.7 gpm
29.1 lpm |
Steering press. | 1850 psi
127.6 bar |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift (at ends) | 5,366 lbs
2434 kg |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3,210 lbs
1456 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 88.5 inches
224 cm |
Weight | 7380 to 8180 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 18.4-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 45 |
65 (heavy duty) | |
Battery CCA | 420 |
550 (heavy duty) | |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 96 |
128 (heavy duty) | |
References | |
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Models 74L & 56L Farm Loaders published in 1983, by J.I. Case | |
1394 - 1494 published in 1983, by J.I. Case | |
94 Series published in 1983, by J.I. Case | |
1194/1294/1394/1494/1594 Tractors published in 1983, by J.I. Case | |
The Tractor Specialist Buyers Guide published in 1984, by J.I. Case | |
Tractor & Loaders Buyers Guide published in 1985, by J.I. Case |
Engine
Engine Detail — 219 ci / 3.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Case |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 219 ci
3.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.937x4.50 inches
100 x 114 mm |
Power | 85 hp
63.4 kW |
Compression | 16:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 218.3 lb-ft
296.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7.8 qts
7.4 L |
Coolant capacity | 15 qts
14.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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12-speed synchromesh | |
12-speed partial power shift |
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Oil capacity | 33.6 qts
31.8 L |
Transmission — Hydra-Shift
Transmission | Hydra-Shift |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Oil capacity | 33.6 qts
31.8 L |
Dimensions
J.I. Case 1494 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 (2WD) |
7.50-18 (2WD) | |
11L-15 (2WD) | |
10.00-16 (2WD) | |
12.4-24 (4WD) | |
Ag rear | 18.4-34 |
16.9-34 | |
13.6-38 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 88.5 inches
224 cm |
Width | 75 inches
190 cm |
Height (cab) | 102 inches
259 cm |
Ground clearance | 14 inches (4WD)
35 cm |
16.5 inches (2WD)
41 cm | |
Front tread | 56 to 80 inches
142 to 203 cm (2WD) |
Front tread | 60 to 76 inches
152 to 193 cm (4WD) |
Rear tread | 56 to 80 inches
142 to 203 cm |
J.I. Case 1494 Weight | |
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7,380 lbs (2WD synchro)
3347 kg | |
7,660 lbs (2WD Hydra-Shift)
3474 kg | |
8,005 lbs (4WD synchro)
3631 kg | |
8,180 lbs (4WD Hydra-Shift)
3710 kg | |
Max Drawbar | 3,000 lbs
1360 kg |
Max front axle | 7,000 lbs (2WD)
3175 kg |
7,500 lbs (4WD)
3402 kg | |
Max rear axle | 10,500 lbs
4762 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for J I Case J.I. Case 1494 based on its 85 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙 | Heavy Duty | Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble. |
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 1494.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.1 hrs
Approximately 8.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (35.9 gal / 135.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.4 gal/hr (16.7 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 1494 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for J I Case J.I. Case 1494.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)85 hp
Kilowatts (kW)63.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)86.2 PS
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