J.I. Case R
The J.I. Case R is a tractor produced by J I Case. It is equipped with a 132.7 ci 2.2 L engine. The rated power output is 20.52 hp 15.3 kW. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 4150 lbs 1882 kg.
Engine Power
20.52 hp
15.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
4150 lbs
1882 kg
J I Case J.I. Case R Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
![]() | 1936 - 1940
Standard-tread tractor |
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1936 - 1940 | |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Original price | $892 |
Variants | |
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R | standard tread |
RC | row-crop |
RO | orchard |
J.I. Case R Engine | |
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Waukesha 2.2L 4-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
J.I. Case R Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 14 hp
10.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Plows | 2 |
Drawbar (tested) | 18.23 hp
13.6 kW |
Belt (tested) | 20.52 hp
15.3 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.125) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 4150 lbs
1882 kg |
Front tire | 5.00-15 |
Rear tire | 9.00-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Belt Pulley | |
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Diameter | 10.1 inches
25 cm |
Width | 6.25 inches
15 cm |
RPM | 991 |
Speed | 2600 ft/min
792.48 meters/min |
References | |
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RC and R Tractors published in 1938, by J.I. Case |
Engine
Engine Detail — 132.7 ci / 2.2 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | Waukesha |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 132.7 ci
2.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.25x4.00 inches
83 x 102 mm |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Rated RPM | 1425 |
Coolant capacity | 18 qts
17.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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3-speed gear | |
4-speed gear |
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | mechanical wet disc |
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Dimensions
J.I. Case R Tires | |
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Ag front | 5.00-15 |
Ag rear | 9.00-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Weight | 4150 lbs
1882 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 308 | |
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Gasoline 3-speed 2WD
October 10 - 20, 1938
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 308 file | |
Belt power (max) | 20.52 hp
15.3 kW |
Belt fuel use (max) | 2.2 gal/hour
8.3 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 18.23 hp
13.6 kW |
Gear 2 used for power test. | |
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