Mahindra 485 DI
The Mahindra 485 DI is a tractor produced by Mahindra. It is equipped with a 145.5 ci 2.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 45 hp / 33.6 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 4092 lbs 1856 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 45 hp / 33.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
9.24 gal
35.0 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
4092 lbs
1856 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Mahindra |
Built in Maharashtra, India | |
Mahindra 485 DI Engine | |
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Mahindra 2.4L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 9.24 gal
35.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Mahindra 485 DI Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mahindra 485 DI Power | |
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Engine | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 38.3 hp
28.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pump flow | 8.24 gpm
31.2 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift | 2200 lbs
997 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live |
Clutch | 228.6mm dry disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2059 |
1000@2227 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 75.1 inches
190 cm |
Weight | 4092 lbs
1856 kg |
Front tire | 6.00x16 |
Rear tire | 13.6/12x28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 11 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
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Engine Detail — 145.5 ci / 2.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Mahindra MDI 2385 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 145.5 ci
2.4 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.5x3.78 inches
89 x 96 mm |
Power | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Idle RPM | 700-2500 |
Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7.8 qts
7.4 L |
Coolant capacity | 11.6 qts
11.0 L |
Intake valve clearance | 0.012 inches (hot)
0.305 mm |
0.016 inches (cold)
0.406 mm | |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.016 inches (hot)
0.406 mm |
0.020 inches (cold)
0.508 mm |
Transmission
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Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 279.4mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 19 qts
18.0 L |
Four gears (1-4), plus reverse (R) in two ranges (low/high). | |
With 13.6x28 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
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Mahindra 485 DI Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00x16 |
Ag rear | 13.6/12x28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 75.1 inches
190 cm |
Length | 116 inches
294 cm |
Width | 71 inches
180 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 63 inches
160 cm |
Operating weight | 4092 lbs
1856 kg |
Ground clearance | 10.3 inches
26 cm |
Front tread | 48 to 72 inches
121 to 182 cm |
Rear tread | 50 to 74 inches
127 to 187 cm |
Photos
Mahindra 485 DI tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Mahindra 485 DI based on its 45 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
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 Mahindra 485 DI.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.9 hrs
Approximately 3.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (9.2 gal / 35 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.3 gal/hr (8.9 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
Mahindra 485 DI Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Mahindra 485 DI.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)45 hp
Kilowatts (kW)33.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)45.6 PS
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