CaseIH 5250 Maxxum

The CaseIH 5250 Maxxum is a powerful utility tractor that was made from 1992 to 1997. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine that makes 112 horsepower, which is very high for its class. The engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, helping it work hard in tough conditions. This tractor has a 2WD drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle. The 5250 Maxxum comes with a partial power shift transmission that has 16 forward gears and 12 reverse gears. This gives the driver lots of options for different jobs. It has a rear hitch that can lift up to 3,490 kg, which is above average. The tractor also has two PTO speeds: 540 rpm and 1000 rpm. It has a closed center hydraulic system and a comfortable cab for the driver. The tractor is quite big, measuring 170.6 inches long, 60 inches wide, and 106.1 inches tall. It weighs 9,810 pounds, which is on the heavier side for tractors like this.

ManufacturerCaseIHPower112 hp(83.5 kW)Class100–150 HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionPartial power shift
CaseIH 5250 Maxxum

Key specifications

Category
Utility
Engine power
112hp
Operating weight
9,810 lb
Transmission
Partial power shift
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5250 Maxxum compared with its category

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Engine Power (hp)

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112 hp · 87th

This model

9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383

The 5250 Maxxum ranks at the 87th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.

Overview

About the CaseIH 5250 Maxxum

The CaseIH 5250 Maxxum is a powerful utility tractor that was made from 1992 to 1997. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine that makes 112 horsepower, which is very high for its class. The engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, helping it work hard in tough conditions. This tractor has a 2WD drive system and power steering, making it easy to handle. The 5250 Maxxum comes with a partial power shift transmission that has 16 forward gears and 12 reverse gears. This gives the driver lots of options for different jobs. It has a rear hitch that can lift up to 3,490 kg, which is above average. The tractor also has two PTO speeds: 540 rpm and 1000 rpm. It has a closed center hydraulic system and a comfortable cab for the driver. The tractor is quite big, measuring 170.6 inches long, 60 inches wide, and 106.1 inches tall. It weighs 9,810 pounds, which is on the heavier side for tractors like this.

Full specifications

Recorded specifications

General

ManufacturerCaseIH
Model5250 Maxxum
CategoryUtility tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built1992–1997
Operating weight9,810lb(4,450 kg)

Engine

MakeCDC
Power112hp(83.52 kW)
Cylinders6
Displacement359ci(5.88 L)
Bore4.02in(102.1 mm)
Stroke4.72in(119.9 mm)

Transmission

TypePartial power shift
Forward gears16
Reverse gears12

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringPower
CabCab

Hydraulics

TypeClosed center

Power take-off

Rear PTOIndependent
PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Length170.6in(4,333 mm)
Width60in(1,524 mm)
Height106.1in(2,695 mm)
Operating weight9,810lb(4,450 kg)

Closest alternatives

5250 Maxxum compared with the nearest models by horsepower

The closest utility models to the CaseIH 5250 Maxxum by rated horsepower are the CaseIH Farmall 105A and the Massey Ferguson 4365. The CaseIH Farmall 105A matches it on rated power and weighs 2,510 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. The Massey Ferguson 4365 matches it on rated power and weighs 2,030 lb less, carrying 69 lb per horsepower against 88 lb. It entered production in 2002, 10 years after the 5250 Maxxum. Of the 3 models, the 5250 Maxxum has the highest weight per horsepower at 88 lb per hp.

CaseIH 5250 Maxxum compared with CaseIH Farmall 105A and Massey Ferguson 4365
SpecCaseIH 5250 MaxxumCaseIH Farmall 105AMassey Ferguson 4365
Engine power112 hp83.5 kW112 hp83.5 kW112 hp83.5 kW
Operating weight9,810 lb4,450 kg7,304 lb3,313 kg7,780 lb3,529 kg
Weight per hp88 lb/hp53 kg/kW65 lb/hp40 kg/kW69 lb/hp42 kg/kW
Displacement359 ci5.88 L207 ci3.39 L243.5 ci3.99 L
Cylinders644
TransmissionPartial power shiftPower ShuttleMechanical shuttle / Power shuttle
Drive2WD2WD2WD
Years built1992-1997-2002-2003

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Category medians

5250 Maxxum vs. Utility median

CaseIH 5250 Maxxum compared with other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power112 hp55 hp+104%87th
Engine Displacement359 ci183 ci+96%87th
Cylinders64+50%93rd
Forward Gears1612+33%73rd
Operating Weight9,810 lb5,303 lb+85%85th
Length171 in137 in+25%87th
Width60 in66 in-9%37th
Height106 in94.1 in+13%80th
3-Point Hitch Capacity7,694 lb3,197 lb+141%86th

Medians and percentiles are calculated from the utility tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 1,083–5,720 models).

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When was the CaseIH 5250 Maxxum in production?

CaseIH 5250 Maxxum production started in 1992 and ended in 1997.

How much horsepower does the CaseIH 5250 Maxxum have?

The CaseIH 5250 Maxxum produces 112 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 359 ci.

How much does the CaseIH 5250 Maxxum weigh?

The CaseIH 5250 Maxxum weighs about 9,810 lb in operating condition.

What transmission is in the CaseIH 5250 Maxxum?

Transmission on the CaseIH 5250 Maxxum is Partial power shift, with 16 forward speeds.

What type of hydraulic system does the CaseIH 5250 Maxxum use?

Hydraulics on the CaseIH 5250 Maxxum are Closed center.

What hitch category is the CaseIH 5250 Maxxum?

The CaseIH 5250 Maxxum uses a Category II hitch with a lift capacity of 7,694 lb.

What maintenance does the CaseIH 5250 Maxxum require?

The CaseIH 5250 Maxxum needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.