Case IH 1455 XL
Built: 07/1981–12/1996 · Series: D-Familie/XL-Reihe
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Case IH 1455 XL: heavy field tractor with a water-cooled 6,586cc six-cylinder diesel, 107 kW of power and 529 Nm of torque
Case IH was formed in 1985 from the merger of J.I. Case and International Harvester's agricultural equipment division; the 1455 XL was introduced before the merger and continued in production into the 1990s. The D family with its XL line occupied the manufacturer's upper power segment with six-cylinder models.
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The 1455 XL carries a water-cooled six-cylinder diesel engine with 6,586 cc of displacement, producing 107 kW (145 hp) and delivering 529 Nm of torque, at a rated 2,200 rpm. At 4,740 mm long, 2,412 mm wide and with a 2,798 mm wheelbase, the machine weighs 6,420 kg; overall height is 2,940 mm and top speed is 30 km/h.
With six cylinders, 6.6 litres of displacement and a weight of 6.42 tonnes, the 1455 XL belongs to the class of heavy field tractors for ploughing, cultivating and haulage on large farms. Torque of 529 Nm allows towing work at low engine speed and suits the machine to heavy towed tillage implements as well.
When buying a used 1455 XL, given the high weight and long production run, the condition of the clutch, rear axle and gearbox seals matters, since these parts wear especially under heavy load over the years. Also worth checking are the tightness of the cooling system and hydraulics, and corrosion on the frame and mudguards, which is common on machines of this age.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells Case IH 1455 XL, Case IH (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 145 hp (107 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,200 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 529 Nmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Displacement | 6,586 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 4,740 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,412 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,940 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,798 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | ca. 499 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 6,420 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 20/9-ZF-Getriebecorrect |
| Front tyres | 16.9 R 28 AS, 8 PRcorrect |
| Rear tyres | 20.8 R 38 AS, 8PRcorrect |
| Top speed | 30 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Fuel tank capacity | 200 lcorrect |
|---|
Origin and approval
| Plant | Germanycorrect |
|---|---|
| Units built | 7,621correct |
Other data
| PTO speed | 1,000 rpmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | International 1455 XLcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 16.7 kW/t (107 kW / 6.4 t)
Power class: Large (100–180 hp)
Stronger than 82% 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 1455 XL have?
The Case IH 1455 XL delivers 145 hp.
How much does the Case IH 1455 XL weigh?
The unladen weight is 6,420 kg.
What engine does the Case IH 1455 XL have?
6 cylinders, 6,586 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Case IH 1455 XL go?
Top speed is 30 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Case IH 1455 XL?
4,740 mm × 2,412 mm × 2,940 mm.
When was the Case IH 1455 XL built?
Production years: 07/1981–12/1996.
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.
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