The Case IH 485 specifications include engine power rated at 53 hp (39.5 kW), transmission options including synchromesh or partial power shift and a listed weight of 5,200 lbs (2,358 kg).
Case IH 485 key specifications
| Engine power |
53 hp (39.5 kW) |
| PTO power |
43 hp (32.1 kW) |
| Displacement |
179 cu in (2.9 L) |
| Transmission |
synchromesh or partial power shift |
| Fuel capacity |
20 gal (75.7 L) |
| Weight |
5,200 lbs (2,358 kg) |
| Wheelbase |
79.6 inches (202 cm) |
Case IH 485 industry comparison
See how this tractor compares across up to six main specifications using the low, average and high values in this specifications database.
Engine power53 hp
Low 14.7 hpAverage 138.3 hpHigh 785 hp
PTO power43 hp
Low 13.7 hpAverage 132.4 hpHigh 530 hp
Displacement2.9 L
Low 0.7 LAverage 5.2 LHigh 18.8 L
Fuel capacity20 gal
Low 3.2 galAverage 72.6 galHigh 520 gal
Weight5,200 lbs
Low 1,311 lbsAverage 12,209.7 lbsHigh 61,200 lbs
Wheelbase79.6 in
Low 52.8 inAverage 99.8 inHigh 160 in
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Maximum fuel capacity75.7 L
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Power and performance
| Original price |
$16,000 in 1990 |
Engine specifications
| Bore/Stroke |
3.88 × 5.06 inches (99 × 129 mm) |
| Rated RPM |
2,200 |
| Torque |
134.2 lb-ft (182.0 Nm) |
| Torque RPM |
1,400 |
| Compression |
15:1 |
Transmission options
| Gear options |
8 forward and 4 reverse or 16 forward and 8 reverse |
PTO and hitch
| Drawbar (claimed) |
36.7 hp (27.4 kW) |
| Rear hitch category |
Category I/II |
| Rear lift |
2,338 lbs (1,060 kg) |
| Rear PTO |
independent |
| Rear PTO speed |
540 rpm |
Hydraulics
| Hydraulic capacity |
9 gal (34.1 L) |
| Hydraulic type |
open center |
| Valves |
1 or 2 |
| Pump flow |
15.9 gpm (60.2 L/min) |
Mechanical specifications
| Steering |
hydrostatic power |
Electrical specifications
| Charging system |
alternator |
| Charging amps |
45 |
Dimensions and weight
| Length |
141.6 inches (359 cm) |
| Width |
73.2 inches (185 cm) |
| Height |
93.5 inches (237 cm) |
| Maximum permitted weight |
10,150 lbs (4,604 kg) |
Tires and tread
| Front tire |
6.00-16 |
| Rear tire |
13.6-28 |
Note: Industry comparison values are calculated from models in this specifications database. Specifications can vary by year, market, configuration, tires and optional equipment. For official specifications, check the official Case IH website or the tractor’s operator manual.
