j i case 2870
![]() | 1976 - 1979
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | 1976 - 1979 | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
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1976 - 1979 | |||
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | |||
1976 - 1979 | |
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Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | |
Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA | |
Total built | 1,259 |
Original price was $57,000 in 1979 | |
J.I. Case 2870 Engine | |
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Saab-Scania 11.0L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 150 gal
567.8 L |
Engine details ... | |
J.I. Case 2870 Transmission | |
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12-speed partial powershift | |
Transmission details ... |
J.I. Case 2870 Power | |
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Engine | 300 hp
223.7 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 219 hp
163.3 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 252 hp
187.9 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 210.64 hp
157.1 kW |
PTO (tested) | 252.10 hp
188.0 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x4 4WD |
Steering | hydrostatic power, four-wheel steering |
Hydraulic dry disc brakes | |
Cab standard | |
Photos | |
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J.I. Case 2870 photos... |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | 2 |
Total flow | 44 gpm
166.5 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | III |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 110 inches
279 cm |
Weight | 25,100 lbs
11385 kg |
Front tire | 18.4-34 |
Rear tire | 18.4-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
2870 Serial Numbers | |
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1976 | 8792901 |
1977 | 8825001 |
1978 | 8853001 |
1979 | 8853001 |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table. | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
References | |
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"Specializing" for Specialists published in 1978, by J.I. Case | |
Specialization... the payoff in farming published in 1980, by J.I. Case |
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