CaseIH

485XL

Farm tractor · 1985–1990 · 52 hp

The CaseIH 485XL is a farm tractor manufactured from 1985 to 1990. It features a CaseIH D-179 engine, and hydrostatic power steering. The transmission is a synchromesh type with 8 forward and 4 reverse.

Engine

EngineCaseIH D-179
Fuel Typediesel
Cylinders3
Coolingliquid-cooled
Displacement179 ci (2.9 L)
Bore3.88 in (99 mm)
Stroke5.06 in (129 mm)
Compression Ratio15
Power Gross52 hp (38.8 kW)
Power Rated52 hp (38.8 kW)
Power PTO41 hp (30.6 kW)
Torque Peak134.2 lb-ft (182 Nm)
Torque Peak1,400 RPM
Starter Volts12
Starter Typeelectric
Coolant Capacity12 qts (11.4 L)
ManufacturerCaseIH
Rated2,180 RPM
Idle815-2180 RPM

Transmission

Transmission Typesynchromesh
Gears8 forward and 4 reverse
Transmission DescriptionFour synchronized gears in two ranges, plus reverse range.
Clutch280mm dry disc
Available Options8-speed synchromesh, 16-speed two-speed power shift

Hydraulics

Pump Flow12.4 gpm (46.9 lpm)
Pressure2,500 psi (172.4 bar)
Steering Flow2.6 gpm (9.8 lpm)

PTO

Rear Typeindependent
Clutchhydraulic wet disc

Hitch

Rear TypeII/I
Rear Lift3,700 lbs (1,678 kg)
Hitch Controltop link draft sensing

Dimensions

Length142.5 in (361 cm)
Height Cab99.2 in (251 cm)
Wheelbase84.25 in (213 cm)

Weight

Weight5,620 lbs (2,549 kg)

Tires & Tracks

Front Ag7.50-16
Rear Ag12.4-36

Fuel

Capacity29.6 gal (112 L)

Steering

Typehydrostatic power
Pressure1,550 psi (106.9 bar)

Cab

CabSecura standard

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Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.

These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.