Case IH C42 Horsepower & PTO HP

Quick answer:

The Case IH C42 tractor engine horsepower is 42 hp | 31.3 kW.

Engine HP42 hp | 31.3 kW
Torque111 lb-ft | 150.5 Nm
Displacement143.8 ci | 2.4 L

Case IH C42 Horsepower Specs

Engine horsepower 42 hp | 31.3 kW

Case IH C42 Useful Horsepower Calculations

Engine size per engine horsepower 3.4 ci per engine hp
Engine horsepower per liter 17.5 engine hp per L

Case IH C42 Engine Specs

Displacement 143.8 ci | 2.4 L
Bore and stroke 3.94×3.94 inches | 100 x 100 mm
Rated RPM 2400
Torque 111 lb-ft | 150.5 Nm
Torque RPM 1350

Case IH C42 Horsepower Comparison Charts

Engine horsepower comparison

This model

42 hp

Average

35 hp

Low

15 hp

High

60 hp

Displacement comparison

This model

143.8 ci

Average

110 ci

Low

50 ci

High

180 ci

Torque comparison

This model

111 lb-ft

Average

95 lb-ft

Low

45 lb-ft

High

170 lb-ft

Rated RPM comparison

This model

2,400 rpm

Average

2,400 rpm

Low

1,800 rpm

High

3,000 rpm

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 C42 Horsepower FAQ

How much horsepower does the Case IH C42 have?

The listed engine output is 42 hp, above the 35 hp benchmark average. That is a higher-power result, so ballast, tire setup and implement width matter if you want to use the full 42 hp.

How big is the Case IH C42 engine?

The engine displacement is 143.8 ci, above the 110 ci benchmark average. Bigger displacement can help low-rpm pull and load-holding feel.

How much torque does the Case IH C42 have?

The listed torque is 111 lb-ft, above the 95 lb-ft benchmark average. The 111 lb-ft figure is useful for lugging, loader work and heavy PTO load recovery.

What rpm is the Case IH C42 rated at?

The rated speed is 2,400 rpm, close to the 2,400 rpm benchmark average. The 2,400 rpm figure is around normal for this class.

Official information note

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.