J.I. Case 990
The J.I. Case 990 is a tractor produced by J I Case. It is equipped with a 195 ci 3.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 58 hp / 43.3 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 5760 to 6700 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 58 hp / 43.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
17.9 gal
67.8 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
5760 to 6700 pounds
Overview
 | 1976 - 1980
Utility tractor |
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Series map: 1290↑ 1980-198388599099547.3hp58.0hp62.0hp
Note: the J.I. Case model 990 is the same as the David Brown 990 Selectamatic. The following data is from the 990 Selectamatic listing. |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Meltham Mills, Huddersfield, England | |
J.I. Case 990 Engine | |
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David Brown 3.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 17.9 gal
67.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
J.I. Case 990 Transmission | |
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12-speed partially synchronized | |
Transmission details ...  |
J.I. Case 990 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 58 hp
43.3 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 45.2 hp
33.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 52.9 hp
39.4 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 45.68 hp
34.1 kW |
PTO (tested) | 53.77 hp
40.1 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic drum brakes | |
Weather frame cab standard. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2000 psi
137.9 bar |
Total flow | 7.4 gpm
28.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift | 2000 lbs (recommended)
907 kg |
4250 lbs (maximum)
1927 kg | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
live OptOptional | |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 82 inches
208 cm |
Weight | 5760 to 6700 pounds |
Front tire | 6.00-19 |
Rear tire | 12.4-36 (2WD) |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 96 |
References | |
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1975 Spring Buyers Guide published by J.I. Case | |
Time-saving experts published in 1975, by J.I. Case | |
"Specializing" for Specialists published in 1978, by J.I. Case | |
Specialization... the payoff in farming published in 1980, by J.I. Case | |
The new look in farm power published in 1981, by J.I. Case |
Engine
Series map: 1290↑ 1980-198388599099547.3hp58.0hp62.0hp
Note: the J.I. Case model 990 is the same as the David Brown 990 Selectamatic. The following data is from the 990 Selectamatic listing. |
Engine Detail — 195 ci / 3.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | David Brown |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 195 ci
3.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.939x4.00 inches
100 x 102 mm |
Power (net) | 58 hp
43.3 kW |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Operating RPM | 700-2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7.9 qts
7.5 L |
Coolant capacity | 14.8 qts
14.0 L |
Transmission
Series map: 1290↑ 1980-198388599099547.3hp58.0hp62.0hp
Note: the J.I. Case model 990 is the same as the David Brown 990 Selectamatic. The following data is from the 990 Selectamatic listing. |
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse partially synchronized
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 280mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 28.5 qts
27.0 L |
Three gears, plus reverse, in four ranges. Synchronized up-shifting between gears 1-2-3 and synchronized down-shifting from 3-to-2. | |
Dimensions
Series map: 1290↑ 1980-198388599099547.3hp58.0hp62.0hp
Note: the J.I. Case model 990 is the same as the David Brown 990 Selectamatic. The following data is from the 990 Selectamatic listing. |
J.I. Case 990 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.00-19. Rear: 12.4-36 (2WD) |
Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 12.4-36 (4WD) | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 82 inches
208 cm |
Length | 129 inches
327 cm |
Width | 67 inches*Minimum width
170 cm |
2WD Weight | 5760 lbs
2612 kg |
4WD Weight | 6700 lbs
3039 kg |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 21 inches
53 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 15 inches
38 cm |
Clearance (drawbar) | 16 inches
40 cm |
2WD Front tread | 52/56/60/64/68/72 inches
132/142/152/162/172/182 cm |
4WD Front tread | 60/64/68/72 inches
152/162/172/182 cm |
Rear tread | 52/56/60/64/68/72/76 inches
132/142/152/162/172/182/193 cm |
J.I. Case 990 Height | |
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Cab | 92.5 inches (Low-Profile)
234 cm |
104 inches (De-Luxe Cab)
264 cm | |
99 inches (Q-Cab)
251 cm | |
Tests
Series map: 1290↑ 1980-198388599099547.3hp58.0hp62.0hp
Note: the J.I. Case model 990 is the same as the David Brown 990 Selectamatic. The following data is from the 990 Selectamatic listing. |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1144 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 2WD
September 17 - October 1, 1973
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1144 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 53.77 hp
40.1 kW |
Fuel use | 3.5 gal/hour
13.2 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 50.48 hp
37.6 kW |
Fuel use | 3.3 gal/hour
12.5 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 45.68 hp
34.1 kW |
Fuel use | 3.4 gal/hour
12.9 l/hour |
Max pull | 7,335 lbs
3327 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for J I Case J.I. Case 990 based on its 58 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 990.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.9 hrs
Approximately 5.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (17.9 gal / 67.8 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 990 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for J I Case J.I. Case 990.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)58 hp
Kilowatts (kW)43.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)58.8 PS
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