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CaseIH Optum 300
The CaseIH Optum 300 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by FPT that puts out 300 horsepower. This engine power is very high compared to other tractors. The Optum 300 uses a special turbocharger that helps it run efficiently. It has a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that gives the driver lots of speed options going forward and backward. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 23,149 pounds. It's about 17 feet long, 10 feet wide, and 11 feet tall. The Optum 300 has four-wheel drive and power steering, making it easy to control in the field. It comes with a comfortable cab for the driver and uses a closed center hydraulic system. The tractor has a category III hitch on the back for attaching equipment. It can handle a maximum weight of 35,274 pounds, which is very high for its class. The Optum 300 is designed to work hard on big farms and handle tough jobs with ease.
ManufacturerCaseIHPower300 hpEngine6-cylTransContinuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 300hp
- Operating Weight
- 23,149 lb
- Transmission
- Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
At a glance
How the Optum 300 compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
300 hp · 93rd
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The Optum 300 ranks at the 93rd percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the CaseIH Optum 300
The CaseIH Optum 300 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by FPT that puts out 300 horsepower. This engine power is very high compared to other tractors. The Optum 300 uses a special turbocharger that helps it run efficiently. It has a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that gives the driver lots of speed options going forward and backward. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 23,149 pounds. It's about 17 feet long, 10 feet wide, and 11 feet tall. The Optum 300 has four-wheel drive and power steering, making it easy to control in the field. It comes with a comfortable cab for the driver and uses a closed center hydraulic system. The tractor has a category III hitch on the back for attaching equipment. It can handle a maximum weight of 35,274 pounds, which is very high for its class. The Optum 300 is designed to work hard on big farms and handle tough jobs with ease.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | CaseIH |
|---|---|
| Model | Optum 300 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 23,149lb |
Engine
| Make | FPT |
|---|---|
| Power | 300hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 410.6ci |
| Bore | 4.1in |
| Stroke | 5.2in |
Transmission
| Type | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Cab | Cab |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed center pressure flow compensating (PFC) |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 208.2in |
|---|---|
| Width | 119in |
| Height | 132.5in |
| Operating weight | 23,149lb |
Head to head
Optum 300 vs. Row Crop median
How the CaseIH Optum 300 compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 300 hp | 138 hp | +117% | 93rd |
| Engine Displacement | 411 ci | 391 ci | +5% | 60th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 23,149 lb | 12,307 lb | +88% | 92nd |
| Length | 208 in | 180 in | +16% | 83rd |
| Width | 119 in | 91.2 in | +31% | 98th |
| Height | 133 in | 114 in | +17% | 92nd |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 806–1,417 models).
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FAQ
Common questions
What is the engine power output of the CaseIH Optum 300?
Rated engine output for the CaseIH Optum 300 is 300 hp, delivered by a 6-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 410.6 ci.
Which transmission does the CaseIH Optum 300 use?
The CaseIH Optum 300 is equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) transmission.
What type of hydraulic system does the CaseIH Optum 300 use?
Hydraulics on the CaseIH Optum 300 are Closed center pressure flow compensating (PFC).
What hitch category is the CaseIH Optum 300?
The CaseIH Optum 300 uses a Category III hitch.
What is the operating weight of the CaseIH Optum 300?
In working trim, the CaseIH Optum 300 comes in at roughly 23,149 lb.
How do I maintain a CaseIH Optum 300?
Routine service for the CaseIH Optum 300 covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.