Case IH Magnum 280
Built: 2005–2011 · Series: MAGNUM
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Case IH Magnum 7100 and 7200 — the big six, built 1988 to 1999, 110 to 296 kW and Operating Weight from 7,525 to 13,426.3 kg
The Magnum was presented in 1987 as successor to the International 50 in the standard tractor role; series production began in 1988. The first range carried the numbers 7110, 7120, 7130 and 7140 — four large tractors, later joined by a fifth model.
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What they share is the engine: a turbocharged six-cylinder of 8.3 litres. Rated power across the range ran from 155 to 230 hp, with peak output reaching up to 246 or 264 hp at the top. The rising number therefore maps the power step, not the machine size — all models share the same base tractor.
In 1997 the 7100 range became the 7200, again with five models, the 7250 closing it at the top. The Pro designation marks the revised version. Later came the MX Magnum range, with which Case IH carried the visually ageing concept forward.
For the used market this means a 7120 and a 7220 are closely related but roughly a decade apart. Comparing two offers, do not look at the number alone but at year and version — the figure describes a position in the range, not the age of the machine.
With rated outputs of up to 296 kW, the most powerful Magnum models reached ISO 730 Category IV for the rear three-point hitch, while the smaller versions stayed within Category III; a standard dual-speed power take-off at 540 and 1,000 revolutions per minute served heavy tillage implements.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Case IH Magnum 7100/7200, Case IH
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 279 hp (230 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,000 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Displacement | 8,268 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 5,950 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Height | 3,200 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 3,010 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 12,900 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 14,000 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 18+4correct |
| Front tyres | 600/70 R30correct |
| Rear tyres | 710/70 R42correct |
| Top speed | 40 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | standard tractor, frame constructioncorrect |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 17.8 kW/t (230 kW / 12.9 t)
Power class: Heavy (> 180 hp)
Stronger than 97% 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 Magnum 280 have?
The Case IH Magnum 280 delivers 279 hp.
How much does the Case IH Magnum 280 weigh?
The unladen weight is 12,900 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the Case IH Magnum 280?
14,000 kg.
What engine does the Case IH Magnum 280 have?
6 cylinders, 8,268 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Case IH Magnum 280 go?
Top speed is 40 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Case IH Magnum 280?
5,950 mm × 3,200 mm.
When was the Case IH Magnum 280 built?
Production years: 2005–2011.
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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This page carries 20 individual figures for this model. They come from 4 recorded sources; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
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