Case IH Puma 165 X Coolant Capacity (71 gal)

Quick answer:

The Case IH Puma 165 X tractor cooling system capacity is 71 gal | 268.7 L, coolant type is ethylene glycol-based coolant, and coolant change interval is every 1,500 hours or 3 years.

Case IH Puma 165 X Coolant Capacity Details

Cooling system capacity 71 gal | 268.7 L
Coolant type Ethylene glycol-based coolant
Coolant change interval Every 1,500 hours or 3 years
Coolant mixture ratio The recommended coolant mixture ratio for a Case IH Puma 165 X tractor is 50% antifreeze and 50% water
Radiator cap pressure 15 psi | 103 kPa

Coolant Capacity Comparison Chart

Coolant Capacity Comparison

This model

71 gal

Average

10 gal

Low

6 gal

High

16 gal

Benchmarks use practical low, average and high coolant-capacity ranges for the row-crop tractor category. Use the exact tractor manual before buying coolant.

Case IH Puma 165 X Extra Coolant Notes

Engine horsepower 165 hp | 123 kW
Capacity note For the Case IH Puma 165 X, the listed cooling system capacity is 71 gal | 268.7 L. Buy slightly more coolant than the exact capacity so you have enough for topping off after air burps out.
Mixture note The recommended coolant mixture ratio for a Case IH Puma 165 X tractor is 50% antifreeze and 50% water.
Radiator cap note The radiator cap pressure listed for the Case IH Puma 165 X is 15 psi | 103 kPa. Do not replace it with a random cap unless the pressure rating matches.
Refill note Refill slowly, run the tractor until warm with the heater circuit open if fitted, let it cool, then recheck the coolant level. Never remove a hot radiator cap under pressure.

Case IH Puma 165 X Coolant FAQs

How much coolant does a Case IH Puma 165 X take?

The Case IH Puma 165 X takes 71 gal | 268.7 L of coolant. That is well above the normal row-crop tractor benchmark shown here, so treat it as a full cooling-system service job, not a quick top-up.

Is 71 gal | 268.7 L a lot of coolant for a Case IH Puma 165 X?

Yes. For this tractor category, 71 gal | 268.7 L is well above normal. This is the sort of refill where you want all coolant on hand before draining, because stopping halfway through the job is annoying and messy.

How many coolant jugs do I need for a Case IH Puma 165 X?

Do not underestimate this refill. A 71 gal | 268.7 L system needs about 71 one-gallon containers if you are using premixed coolant. If using concentrate at a 50/50 mix, plan on about 35.5 gal of concentrate and 35.5 gal of distilled water. In metric terms, that is roughly 54 x 5 L containers for a full premix refill.

What coolant should I use in a Case IH Puma 165 X?

The listed coolant is ethylene glycol-based coolant. Ethylene glycol tells you the base coolant, but the additive package still matters on diesel engines, so match the manual or an approved equivalent. The listed mix is the recommended coolant mixture ratio for a Case IH Puma 165 X tractor is 50% antifreeze and 50% water, so do not run straight water except as a short emergency move.

How much concentrate and water does a Case IH Puma 165 X need?

With the listed the recommended coolant mixture ratio for a Case IH Puma 165 X tractor is 50% antifreeze and 50% water mix, a full 71 gal | 268.7 L refill works out to about 35.5 gal of antifreeze concentrate and 35.5 gal of distilled water. If using premix, do not add extra water unless the product label says to.

Can I use a different radiator cap on a Case IH Puma 165 X?

The listed cap pressure is 15 psi | 103 kPa. That higher-pressure cap helps raise the boiling point, but only if the radiator neck, hoses and overflow path are in good shape. A weak cap or damaged seat can still cause coolant loss.

Official information note

Mistakes do happen. Coolant specs can change by year, engine, market, radiator option and coolant chemistry. Check the operator manual, parts book and official caseih.com website before draining, flushing or refilling the cooling system.