Case IH C42 Specifications

The Case IH C42 specifications include engine power rated at 42 hp (31.3 kW), a 16-forward, 8-reverse transmission and a listed weight of 5,204 lbs (2,360 kg).

Case IH C42 key specifications

Engine power 42 hp (31.3 kW)
Displacement 143.8 cu in (2.4 L)
Transmission 16 forward and 8 reverse
Fuel capacity 14 gal (53.0 L)
Weight 5,204 lbs (2,360 kg)
Wheelbase 78.0 inches (198 cm)
Rear PTO 540 or 1,000 rpm

Case IH C42 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 power42 hp
Low 14.7 hpAverage 138.3 hpHigh 785 hp
Displacement2.4 L
Low 0.7 LAverage 5.2 LHigh 18.8 L
Fuel capacity14 gal
Low 3.2 galAverage 72.6 galHigh 520 gal
Weight5,204 lbs
Low 1,311 lbsAverage 12,209.7 lbsHigh 61,200 lbs
Wheelbase78 in
Low 52.8 inAverage 99.8 inHigh 160 in
This model Industry average

Case IH C42 dimensions chart

Compare the main listed tractor dimensions using centimetres.

Length353 cm
Wheelbase198 cm

Engine specifications

Bore/Stroke 3.94 × 3.94 inches (100 × 100 mm)
Rated RPM 2,400
Torque 111 lb-ft (150.5 Nm)
Torque RPM 1,350

PTO and hitch

Rear lift 4,410 lbs (2,000 kg)

Hydraulics

Total flow 7.7 gpm (29.1 L/min)

Mechanical specifications

Drive 4×2 2WD
Steering hydrostatic power

Dimensions and weight

Length 139.0 inches (353 cm)
Height 90.2 inches (229 cm)

Tires and tread

Front tire 7.50-16 or 8.3-24
Rear tire 12.4-32

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.