Overview
Built in Doncaster, England, between 1985 and 1990, the CaseIH 885 is a versatile utility tractor powered by a 4.4L 4-cylinder diesel engine delivering 84 gross horsepower. Its combination of multiple transmission options, including an 8-speed shuttle or 16-speed power shift, and its availability in both 2WD and 4WD configurations makes it a flexible choice for various farm operations.
Ideal Applications
Field Work and Tillage:
With 72 claimed PTO horsepower and a Category II rear hitch capable of lifting 3,260 lbs, this tractor is well-suited for operating various agricultural implements in the field.
Loader and Utility Operations:
The availability of an 8-speed shuttle transmission and an open center gear pump hydraulic system providing a total flow of 15.8 gpm makes it efficient for tasks requiring frequent directional changes.
Row-Crop and Specialized Farming:
The adjustable rear tread width of 54 to 96 inches for row-crop configurations allows this machine to be tailored to specific crop spacing requirements while maintaining 18.2 inches of ground clearance.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Doncaster, England / Original price was $25,700 in 1990 |
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| Manufacturer | CaseIH |
Engine
| Engine type | Case International 4.4L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Bore/Stroke | 3.94x5.51 inches (100 x 140 mm) |
| Compression | 15.1:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 14.5 qts (13.7 L) |
| Description | Case International D-268 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 268 ci (4.4 L) |
| Idle RPM | 650-2650 |
| Oil capacity | 9 qts (8.5 L) |
| Power (gross) | 84 hp (62.6 kW) |
| Power (net) | 79 hp (58.9 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2400 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 205 lb-ft (278.0 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1600 |
| Engine (gross) | 84 hp (62.6 kW) |
| Engine (net) | 79 hp (58.9 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 72 hp (53.7 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | 305mm dry disc |
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| Description | Synchronized 4-speed with high, low, and reverse ranges. / Synchronized 4-speed with high, low, and reverse ranges and electric-hydraulic power shift between direct and low drive. / Synchronized 4-speed with high, low, and reverse ranges and forward-reverse power shift shuttle lever. |
| Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse / 16 forward and 8 reverse / 8 forward and 4 reverse |
| Type | synchro / two-speed power shift / shuttle |
| Transmission type | 8-speed synchro / 16-speed two-speed power shift / 8-speed shuttle |
| Transmission type | 8-speed synchro / 16-speed two-speed power shift / 8-speed shuttle |
Mechanical
| Cab | ROPS available. Cab with heat and air-conditioning optional. |
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| Description | Power steering / Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | planetary |
Capacity
| 2WD Hydraulic system | 9 gal (34.1 L) |
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| 4WD Hydraulic system | 9.65 gal (36.5 L) |
| Fuel | 20 gal (75.7 L) |
Hydraulics
| 2WD Capacity | 9 gal (34.1 L) |
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| 4WD Capacity | 9.65 gal (36.5 L) |
| Pressure | 2500 psi (172.4 bar) |
| Pump flow | 15.8 gpm (59.8 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 2.5 gpm (9.5 lpm) |
| Total flow | 15.8 gpm (59.8 lpm) |
| Type | open center gear pump |
| Valves | 1 to 3 |
Hitch
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 3260 lbs (1478 kg) |
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| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Rear PTO | independent dual shaft |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Electrical
| Battery AH | 93 |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
| Cab Charging amps | 65 |
| Charging system | Lucas alternator |
| Ground | negative |
| ROPS Charging amps | 45 |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ag front | 7.50-18 F2 |
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| Ag rear | 18.4-30 R1 |
| 2WD Front tread | 56 to 77 inches (142 to 195 cm) |
| 2WD Length | 142 inches (360 cm) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 88 inches (223 cm) |
| 2WD Width | 73.2 inches (185 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 54 to 72 inches (137 to 182 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 148 inches (375 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 85.2 inches (216 cm) |
| 4WD Width | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 18.2 inches (46 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 102 inches (259 cm) |
| Height (ROPS) | 97.4 inches (247 cm) |
| Rear tread | 60 to 76 inches (utility) (152 to 193 cm) / 54 to 96 inches (row-crop) (137 to 243 cm) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 88 inches (223 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 85.2 inches (216 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-18 |
| Rear tire | 18.4-30 |
| Weight | 6065 to 7849 pounds |
885 Serial Numbers
| 1985 | 15000 |
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| 1986 | 18000 |
| 1987 | 19138 |
| 1988 | 22668 |
| 1989 | 27254 |
| 1990 | 30427 |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
| Location: | Serial number plate on the front-right of the tractor. |
CaseIH 885 Weight
| 2WD Operating | 7364 lbs (3340 kg) |
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| 4WD Operating | 7849 lbs (3560 kg) |
| Shipping | 6,065 lbs (2WD utility ROPS) (2751 kg) |
References
| Description | Model 885 Tractor published in 1986, by CaseIH |
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Speeds
| Description | With 18.4x30 rear tires. |
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