J.I. Case 741
The J.I. Case 741 is a tractor produced by J I Case. It is equipped with a 251 ci 4.1 L engine. The listed engine power is 57.92 hp 43.2 kW. Transmission: Dual-Range. Operating weight: 7,000 lbs 3175 kg.
Engine Power
57.92 hp
43.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
LP gas
Transmission
Dual-Range
Operating Weight
7,000 lbs
3175 kg
Overview
 | 1960 - 1969
730 SeriesRow-Crop tractor
730 Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Original price | $6,100 (1969) |
The 741 was the spark-ignition version of the Case 730 series row-crop tractor. The 741 was available with gasoline or LP-gas engines, and tricycle or adjustible wide-front end. | |
Variants | |
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730 | standard-front diesel |
731 | row-crop diesel |
732 | Western Special diesel |
733 | high-clearance diesel |
734 | orchard diesel |
740 | standard-front gas |
741 | row-crop gas |
742 | Western Special gas |
743 | high-clearance gas |
744 | orchard gas |
J.I. Case 741 Power | |
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Plows | 5 |
Drawbar (tested) | 52.51 hp
39.2 kW |
PTO (tested) | 57.92 hp
43.2 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
power optional | |
Differential disc brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | Case Eagle Hitch |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
1000 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 92.25 inches
234 cm |
Weight | 7,000 lbs
3175 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Rear tire | 15.5-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | generator |
References | |
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 | |
295 / 391 / 392 Loaders published in 1966, by J.I. Case | |
1960 Progress Parade of Case Farm Equipment published by J.I. Case | |
A Complete New Line of Case Plus-Powered Tractors published in 1960, by J.I. Case | |
1965 Buyers Guide published by J.I. Case | |
Buyers Guide for '67 published in 1967, by J.I. Case |
Engine
Engine options | |
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J.I. Case 4.1L 4-cyl gasoline | |
J.I. Case 4.1L 4-cyl LP gas |
Engine Detail — 251 ci / 4.1 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | J.I. Case Powrdyne |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 251 ci
4.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.00x5.00 inches
102 x 127 mm |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 6.88:1 |
Rated RPM | 1700 (Dual-Range) |
1900 (Case-o-Matic) | |
Starter volts | 12 |
Engine Detail — 251 ci / 4.1 L LP Gas
Manufacturer | J.I. Case Powrdyne |
Fuel Type | LP gas |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 251 ci
4.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.00x5.00 inches
102 x 127 mm |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 8.2:1 |
Rated RPM | 1700 (Dual-Range) |
1900 (Case-o-Matic) | |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed torque converter | |
8-speed |
Transmission — Case-o-Matic
Transmission | Case-o-Matic |
Type | torque converter |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
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Transmission — Dual-Range
Transmission | Dual-Range |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | mechanical dry disc |
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Dimensions
J.I. Case 741 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 15.5-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 92.25 inches
234 cm |
Length | 143.4 inches
364 cm |
Width | 85.25 inches
216 cm |
Height (hood) | 65.9 inches
167 cm |
Operating weight | 7,000 lbs
3175 kg |
Ballasted weight | 9,485 lbs
4302 kg |
Ground clearance | 20 inches
50 cm |
Tests
Tractor Tests | |
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NTTL 778: gasoline Case-o-Matic 2WD | |
NTTL 779: gasoline Dual-Range 2WD | |
NTTL 781: LP gas Case-o-Matic 2WD | |
NTTL 782: LP gas Dual-Range 2WD |
Nebraska Tractor Test 778 | |
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Gasoline Case-o-Matic 2WD
November 2 - 12, 1960
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 778 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 57.88 hp
43.2 kW |
Fuel use | 5.1 gal/hour
19.3 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 55.22 hp
41.2 kW |
Fuel use | 4.7 gal/hour
17.8 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 50.58 hp
37.7 kW |
Fuel use | 5.2 gal/hour
19.7 l/hour |
Gear 4 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 7512 lbs
3407 kg |
Gear 2-Direct used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 779 | |
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Gasoline Dual-Range 2WD
November 3 - 12, 1960
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 779 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 57.79 hp
43.1 kW |
Fuel use | 4.9 gal/hour
18.5 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 51.45 hp
38.4 kW |
Fuel use | 4.9 gal/hour
18.5 l/hour |
Gear 4 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 7619 lbs
3455 kg |
Gear 2 used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 781 | |
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LP gas Case-o-Matic 2WD
November 4 - 19, 1960
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 781 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 57.19 hp
42.6 kW |
Fuel use | 7.2 gal/hour
27.3 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 54.94 hp
41.0 kW |
Fuel use | 6.5 gal/hour
24.6 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 51.98 hp
38.8 kW |
Fuel use | 7.0 gal/hour
26.5 l/hour |
Gear 3 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 7626 lbs
3459 kg |
Gear 2 used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 782 | |
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LP gas Dual-Range 2WD
November 7 - 19, 1960
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 782 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 57.92 hp
43.2 kW |
Fuel use | 6.2 gal/hour
23.5 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 52.51 hp
39.2 kW |
Fuel use | 6.4 gal/hour
24.2 l/hour |
Gear 4 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 7666 lbs
3477 kg |
Gear 4 used for pull test. | |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for J I Case J.I. Case 741 based on its 57.92 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 | 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 | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
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 741.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.1 hrs
Approximately 2.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (6.4 gal / 24.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3 gal/hr (11.4 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 741 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for J I Case J.I. Case 741.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)57.9 hp
Kilowatts (kW)43.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)58.7 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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J.I. Case 741
Engine Power:57.92 hp
43.2 kW
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