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CaseIH 956 XL
The CaseIH 956 XL is a powerful agricultural tractor built for farm work. It has a strong diesel engine made by International Harvester. This engine has 6 cylinders and can produce 95 horsepower. The tractor uses a 2-wheel drive system and has big farm tires on both the front and back. Inside, the 956 XL has a comfortable cab for the driver. It has a special transmission with 16 forward gears and 8 reverse gears, giving the farmer lots of options for different tasks. The tractor is quite big, measuring 165.1 inches long, 90.8 inches wide, and 109.1 inches tall. It's also heavy, weighing 9,458 pounds. This size and weight help it handle tough farm jobs. The tractor has a rear hitch for attaching farm tools and starts up easily with an electric starter.
ManufacturerCaseIHPower95 hpEngine6-cylTransTotal-synchron (IH-Made)
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Quick specs
- Category
- Agricultural
- Engine Power Output
- 95hp
- Operating Weight
- 9,458 lb
- Transmission
- Total-synchron (IH-Made)
At a glance
How the 956 XL compares
vs. Agricultural medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Agricultural tractors
95 hp · 40th
This model
13
Median 110 hp
282
This modelAgricultural tractorsMediann = 1,028
The 956 XL ranks at the 40th percentile for engine power among recorded agricultural tractors.
Overview
About the CaseIH 956 XL
The CaseIH 956 XL is a powerful agricultural tractor built for farm work. It has a strong diesel engine made by International Harvester. This engine has 6 cylinders and can produce 95 horsepower. The tractor uses a 2-wheel drive system and has big farm tires on both the front and back. Inside, the 956 XL has a comfortable cab for the driver. It has a special transmission with 16 forward gears and 8 reverse gears, giving the farmer lots of options for different tasks. The tractor is quite big, measuring 165.1 inches long, 90.8 inches wide, and 109.1 inches tall. It's also heavy, weighing 9,458 pounds. This size and weight help it handle tough farm jobs. The tractor has a rear hitch for attaching farm tools and starts up easily with an electric starter.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | CaseIH |
|---|---|
| Model | 956 XL |
| Category | Agricultural tractor |
| Type | 2WD |
| Operating weight | 9,458lb |
Engine
| Make | International Harvester |
|---|---|
| Model | D-358 |
| Power | 95hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 358ci |
| Bore | 3.88in |
| Stroke | 5.06in |
Transmission
| Type | Total-synchron (IH-Made) |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 8 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Cab | Cab |
Dimensions
| Length | 165.1in |
|---|---|
| Width | 90.8in |
| Height | 109.1in |
| Operating weight | 9,458lb |
Head to head
956 XL vs. Agricultural median
How the CaseIH 956 XL compares to other Agricultural tractors
| Spec | This model | Agricultural median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 95 hp | 110 hp | -14% | 40th |
| Engine Displacement | 358 ci | 336 ci | +7% | 54th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 5.5 | +9% | 74th |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 16 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 9,458 lb | 10,914 lb | -13% | 42nd |
| Length | 165 in | 173 in | -4% | 44th |
| Width | 90.8 in | 79.5 in | +14% | 67th |
| Height | 109 in | 111 in | -1% | 46th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the agricultural tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 497–1,130 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
How much horsepower does the CaseIH 956 XL have?
The CaseIH 956 XL produces 95 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 358 ci.
How much does the CaseIH 956 XL weigh?
The CaseIH 956 XL weighs about 9,458 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the CaseIH 956 XL?
Transmission on the CaseIH 956 XL is Total-synchron (IH-Made), with 16 forward speeds.
What hitch category is the CaseIH 956 XL?
The CaseIH 956 XL uses a Category II hitch.
What maintenance does the CaseIH 956 XL require?
Like any tractor, the CaseIH 956 XL 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.