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Case IH JX 80 U (A)

Built: 2002–2004 · Series: JXU-Baureihe

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With the JX 80 U (A), Case IH offers a model from the JXU series. Production: 2002–2004. The engine delivers 78 hp (57.4 kW), has 4 cylinders, with a displacement of 3,908 cm³. Torque is 266 Nm. Rated speed is 2,500 rpm. The machine is 3,880 mm long, 1,990 mm wide and 2,475 mm high. The unladen weight is 3,565 kg. The wheelbase measures 2,314 mm. Ground clearance is 450 mm. Top speed is 30 km/h. Transmission: 24 V/24 R and 20 V/12 R. The engine is water-cooled. Tyres: front 7.50-16 ASF (A: 320/70 R 24 AS), rear 480/70 R 30 AS. The fuel is Diesel/RME. The bore measures 104 mm. The stroke is 115 mm. The compression ratio is 16.5:1. Construction: unit construction (no separate frame). The JXU-Baureihe series covers 4 models. Rated output within it ranges from 68 to 97 hp; the JX 80 U (A) sits in the lower part of that range with 78 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the JX 70 U (A) below it with 68 hp and the JX 90 U (A) above it with 85 hp. Unladen weight within it ranges from 3,565 to 4,150 kg; here the JX 80 U (A) sits at the bottom of that range with 3,565 kg. 1222 Case IH models across 76 series are on record.

Case IH JX U – first generation of the utility range: four-cylinder diesels suited to biodiesel, 50 to 71 kW, JX 70 U to JX 100 U models from Turkey and Basildon

The Case IH JX U is a utility range that, like the Farmall U models, was built at the Turkish plant and at Basildon in the UK. The JX type designation combines with a power number and the U suffix for Utility; the register covers the JX 70 U, JX 80 U, JX 90 U and JX 100 U models, each in (A) trim, driven by four-cylinder diesel engines also approved for biodiesel (RME).

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The register holds 4 versions rated at 50 to 71.3 kW, with four-cylinder engines of 3,613 to 3,908 cm³. Weights range from 3,565 to 4,150 kg, with a uniform length of 3,880 mm and width of 1,990 mm. Heights fall between 2,475 and 2,750 mm, torque between 215 and 340 Nm at an engine speed of 2,500 rpm.

The JX U series covered the lower to middle power segment among Case IH's utility tractors, aimed at farms wanting a compact, manoeuvrable all-round tractor for field, yard and haulage work. The engines' suitability for RME biodiesel was, at the time, an argument for farms with their own biofuel production.

When buying used, check the engine and injection pump, clutch and gearbox, and the hydraulic system, especially if the tractor ran on biodiesel for extended periods, as RME places extra strain on seals. Rust on the mudguards and cab frame and the condition of the tyres are further checkpoints; spare parts run through the Case IH dealer network.

Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Case IH JXU-Baureihe, Case IH

Technical data

Engine

FuelDiesel/RMEcorrect
Power78 hp (57.4 kW)correct
Rated speed2,500 rpmcorrect
Torque266 Nmcorrect
Cylinders4correct
Displacement3,908 cm³correct
Bore104 mmcorrect
Stroke115 mmcorrect
Compression ratio16.5correct
Coolingwater-cooledcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Length3,880 mmcorrect
Width1,990 mmcorrect
Height2,475 mmcorrect
Wheelbase2,314 mmcorrect
Ground clearance450 mmcorrect
Unladen weight3,565 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Driverear- or four-wheel drivecorrect
Gearbox24 V/24 R and 20 V/12 Rcorrect
Front tyres7.50-16 ASF (A: 320/70 R 24 AS)correct
Rear tyres480/70 R 30 AScorrect
Top speed30 km/hcorrect

Origin and approval

Constructionunit construction (no separate frame)correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 16.1 kW/t (57 kW / 3.6 t)

Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)

Stronger than 54% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the Case IH JX 80 U (A) have?

The Case IH JX 80 U (A) delivers 78 hp.

How much does the Case IH JX 80 U (A) weigh?

The unladen weight is 3,565 kg.

What engine does the Case IH JX 80 U (A) have?

4 cylinders, 3,908 cm³ displacement, Diesel/RME.

How fast does the Case IH JX 80 U (A) go?

Top speed is 30 km/h.

What are the dimensions of the Case IH JX 80 U (A)?

3,880 mm × 1,990 mm × 2,475 mm.

When was the Case IH JX 80 U (A) built?

Production years: 2002–2004.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
  • Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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