The Case IH 265 tractor engine horsepower is 27 hp | 20.1 kW, and PTO horsepower is 24 hp | 17.9 kW.
Case IH 265 Horsepower Specs
| Engine net horsepower | 27 hp | 20.1 kW |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower claimed | 24 hp | 17.9 kW |
Case IH 265 Useful Horsepower Calculations
| PTO-to-engine power transfer | 88.9% of engine hp reaches the PTO |
|---|---|
| Engine size per PTO horsepower | 3.3 ci per PTO hp |
| PTO horsepower per liter | 18.5 PTO hp per L |
| Engine size per engine horsepower | 2.9 ci per engine hp |
| Engine horsepower per liter | 20.8 engine hp per L |
| Fuel tank per PTO horsepower | 0.2 gal per PTO hp |
| Rated speed per PTO horsepower | 112.5 rpm per PTO hp |
Case IH 265 Engine Specs
| Displacement | 78.7 ci | 1.3 L |
|---|---|
| Bore and stroke | 3.07×3.54 inches | 78 x 90 mm |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
Case IH 265 Fuel, Cooling, Starting & Service Specs
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 gal | 20.1 L |
|---|---|
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Idle RPM | 900-2900 |
Case IH 265 Horsepower Comparison Charts
Engine horsepower comparison
PTO horsepower comparison
Displacement comparison
Rated RPM comparison
Engine size per PTO HP
Benchmarks use practical low, average and high ranges for the compact and small utility tractor category. Use the operator manual and actual engine/tractor configuration before sizing implements or judging working power.
Case IH 265 Horsepower FAQ
How much horsepower does the Case IH 265 have?
The listed engine output is 27 hp, below the 35 hp benchmark average. That is a lower-power result, so the smarter match is lighter implements and jobs that do not demand more than about 27 hp.
How much PTO horsepower does the Case IH 265 have?
The listed PTO output is 24 hp, below the 28 hp benchmark average. For real use, size PTO implements below or near 24 hp rather than using a bigger engine-horsepower number.
How much engine power reaches the PTO on the Case IH 265?
The PTO-to-engine transfer works out to 88.9%, from 27 engine hp to 24 PTO hp. That is a normal usable range for judging PTO implement fit.
How big is the Case IH 265 engine?
The engine displacement is 78.7 ci, below the 110 ci benchmark average. Smaller displacement usually means less engine size behind each horsepower number.
Is the Case IH 265 engine stressed for its PTO horsepower?
The engine has about 3.3 cubic inches per PTO hp, using 78.7 ci and 24 PTO hp. That is close to the normal benchmark for this category.
How much PTO horsepower per liter does the Case IH 265 make?
The output density is about 18.5 PTO hp per liter, using 24 PTO hp and 1.3 L of displacement. Higher hp/L means more output squeezed from each liter; lower hp/L usually means a more relaxed engine tune.
What rpm is the Case IH 265 rated at?
The rated speed is 2,700 rpm, above the 2,400 rpm benchmark average. A higher 2,700 rpm rating can make power well but may feel busier under load.
Horsepower and engine specs can vary by year, market, engine option, fuel system, test standard and tractor configuration. Check the operator manual, spec plate, parts book and official caseih.com website before buying parts, sizing implements or making repair decisions.
