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) |
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| 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.
Engine specifications
| Bore/Stroke | 3.94 × 3.94 inches (100 × 100 mm) |
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| 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) |
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Hydraulics
| Total flow | 7.7 gpm (29.1 L/min) |
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Mechanical specifications
| Drive | 4×2 2WD |
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| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 139.0 inches (353 cm) |
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| Height | 90.2 inches (229 cm) |
Tires and tread
| Front tire | 7.50-16 or 8.3-24 |
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| 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.
