Tractor Feature Article

Case IH adds to utility tractor line

Author: Delta Farm Press

Case IH has introduced a new addition to the JX Series utility tractor line - the JX95 High Clear tractor - for specialty row crop applications.

"We designed the new 80 PTO horsepower (hp) Case IH JX95 High Clear tractor specifically to meet the unique needs of vegetable growers," says Willie Greaser, marketing manager for Case IH JX Series tractors.

Unique needs

Available in either 2-wheel drive (2WD) or mechanical front-wheel drive (MFD) configurations, the front axle ground clearance on the 2WD JX95 High Clear is 28.8 inches and 24.5 inches on the MFD. "Both the 2WD and MFD have 25.7 inches of clearance under the drawbar, allowing the operator to work without damaging the crop," Greaser adds.

A 20x12 creeper transmission with mechanical shuttle enables a minimum speed of 17 feet-per-minute for precision handling within rows. A mechanical rear differential lock and limited slip differential on the MFD provides improved traction in the toughest conditions.

Tire track widths can be adjusted depending upon the crop's row spacing. The front track width on the 2WD JX95 High Clear tractor has two settings, 61 inches and 76.8 inches. The front axle on MFD tractors can range from 60 inches to 90.1 inches. The rear tire track can be adjusted from 59.9 inches to 79.8 inches. A rear axle extension is available to provide a range of settings between 71.3 inches to 91 inches for maximum versatility and stability.