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McCormick Intl CX50
The McCormick Intl CX50 is a utility tractor built for everyday farm work. It has a 2WD chassis and power steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor uses a synch shuttle transmission with 16 forward gears and 8 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the CX50 has a Perkins diesel engine with 3 cylinders. The engine is liquid-cooled and produces 53 hp at 2250 rpm. It has an average displacement for its class at 164.75 ci. The tractor is quite heavy for its size, weighing 7132 lb, which helps with traction. It's 160.1 inches long and 77.3 inches wide, making it compact enough for various farm jobs. The CX50 comes with a category II three-point hitch at the rear and an open center hydraulic system, useful for attaching and powering different implements.
ManufacturerMcCormick IntlPower53 hpEngine3-cylTransSynch shuttle
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Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Engine Power Output
- 53hp
- Operating Weight
- 7,132 lb
- Transmission
- Synch shuttle
At a glance
How the CX50 compares
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Utility tractors
53 hp · 48th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The CX50 ranks at the 48th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the McCormick Intl CX50
The McCormick Intl CX50 is a utility tractor built for everyday farm work. It has a 2WD chassis and power steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor uses a synch shuttle transmission with 16 forward gears and 8 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the CX50 has a Perkins diesel engine with 3 cylinders. The engine is liquid-cooled and produces 53 hp at 2250 rpm. It has an average displacement for its class at 164.75 ci. The tractor is quite heavy for its size, weighing 7132 lb, which helps with traction. It's 160.1 inches long and 77.3 inches wide, making it compact enough for various farm jobs. The CX50 comes with a category II three-point hitch at the rear and an open center hydraulic system, useful for attaching and powering different implements.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | McCormick Intl |
|---|---|
| Model | CX50 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Operating weight | 7,132lb |
Engine
| Make | Perkins |
|---|---|
| Power | 53hp |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Displacement | 164.75ci |
| Bore | 3.74in |
| Stroke | 5in |
Transmission
| Type | Synch shuttle |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 8 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Power |
Hydraulics
| Type | Open Center |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 160.1in |
|---|---|
| Width | 77.3in |
| Operating weight | 7,132lb |
Head to head
CX50 vs. Utility median
How the McCormick Intl CX50 compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 53 hp | 55 hp | -4% | 48th |
| Engine Displacement | 165 ci | 183 ci | -10% | 44th |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 | -25% | 23rd |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 12 | +33% | 73rd |
| Operating Weight | 7,132 lb | 5,303 lb | +34% | 68th |
| Length | 160 in | 137 in | +17% | 77th |
| Width | 77.3 in | 66 in | +17% | 76th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,933–5,720 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared McCormick Intl tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McCormick Intl C50 | 53 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| McCormick Intl X10.55M | 54 hp | 4,795 lb | — | Compare → |
| McCormick Intl GM55 | 54.2 hp | 3,263 lb | — | Compare → |
| McCormick Intl X1.55 | 55 hp | 4,118 lb | — | Compare → |
| McCormick Intl CT65U | 57 hp | 5,401 lb | — | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agco ST52a | 52.1 hp | 3,494.4 lb | — | Compare → |
| AGCO GT45 | 52 hp | 4,806 lb | — | Compare → |
| Agco GT45A | 52 hp | 5,820.3 lb | — | Compare → |
| Barreiros 50.55 | 52 hp | 5,100 lb | — | Compare → |
| Barreiros R-500 | 52 hp | — | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How powerful is the McCormick Intl CX50?
The McCormick Intl CX50 has an engine power output of 53 hp. It is powered by a 3-cylinder engine displacing 164.75 ci.
What type of transmission does the McCormick Intl CX50 have?
The McCormick Intl CX50 uses a Synch shuttle transmission offering 16 forward gears.
What type of hydraulic system does the McCormick Intl CX50 use?
Hydraulics on the McCormick Intl CX50 are Open Center.
What hitch category is the McCormick Intl CX50?
The McCormick Intl CX50 uses a Category II hitch.
What is the working weight of the McCormick Intl CX50?
The operating weight of the McCormick Intl CX50 is approximately 7,132 lb.
What routine service does the McCormick Intl CX50 need?
Regular maintenance for the McCormick Intl CX50 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.