The Case IH 1896 tractor PTO horsepower is 95 hp | 70.8 kW, and the drawbar horsepower is 84.51 hp | 63.0 kW.
Case IH 1896 Horsepower Specs
| PTO horsepower claimed | 95 hp | 70.8 kW |
|---|---|
| PTO horsepower tested | 95.92 hp | 71.5 kW |
| Drawbar horsepower tested | 84.51 hp | 63.0 kW |
Case IH 1896 Useful Horsepower Calculations
| Drawbar-to-PTO power ratio | 89% drawbar hp vs PTO hp |
|---|---|
| Engine size per PTO horsepower | 3.8 ci per PTO hp |
| PTO horsepower per liter | 16.1 PTO hp per L |
| Fuel tank per PTO horsepower | 0.7 gal per PTO hp |
| Rated speed per PTO horsepower | 22.1 rpm per PTO hp |
Case IH 1896 Engine Specs
| Engine type | turbocharged diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 359 ci | 5.9 L |
| Bore and stroke | 4.016×4.724 inches | 102 x 120 mm |
| Compression | 17.5:1 |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
Case IH 1896 Fuel, Cooling, Starting & Service Specs
| Fuel capacity | 65 gal | 246.0 L |
|---|---|
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Idle RPM | 800-2250 |
Case IH 1896 Horsepower Comparison Charts
PTO horsepower comparison
Drawbar horsepower comparison
Displacement comparison
Rated RPM comparison
Engine size per PTO HP
Benchmarks use practical low, average and high ranges for the utility tractor category. Use the operator manual and actual engine/tractor configuration before sizing implements or judging working power.
Case IH 1896 Horsepower FAQ
How much PTO horsepower does the Case IH 1896 have?
The listed PTO output is 95 hp, above the 65 hp benchmark average. That is the number to use for mowers, balers, augers, pumps and other PTO tools that need up to about 95 hp.
How much drawbar horsepower does the Case IH 1896 have?
The listed drawbar output is 84.5 hp, above the 55 hp benchmark average. That makes the 84.5 hp drawbar number more useful than engine hp for tillage and heavy pulling.
Is the Case IH 1896 better judged by PTO hp or drawbar hp?
The drawbar output is about 89% of PTO output, comparing 84.5 drawbar hp with 95 PTO hp. That helps separate pulling ability from PTO implement ability.
How big is the Case IH 1896 engine?
The engine displacement is 359 ci, above the 260 ci benchmark average. Bigger displacement can help low-rpm pull and load-holding feel.
Is the Case IH 1896 engine stressed for its PTO horsepower?
The engine has about 3.8 cubic inches per PTO hp, using 359 ci and 95 PTO hp. That is close to the normal benchmark for this category.
How much PTO horsepower per liter does the Case IH 1896 make?
The output density is about 16.1 PTO hp per liter, using 95 PTO hp and 5.9 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 1896 rated at?
The rated speed is 2,100 rpm, close to the 2,200 rpm benchmark average. The 2,100 rpm figure is around normal for this class.
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.

