Case IH CX50-100

The small MX series from Case IH was replaced by the CX in the autumn of 1998, but it only arrived in Finland a year later. The CX was an almost entirely new tractor, and the basic technology of its predecessors, which were nearly 30 years old, became history. The biggest single change was the switch to Perkins Fastram engines. The two smallest models had 2.7-liter three-cylinder engines, the CX70 had a 4.2-liter four-cylinder, and the larger models had 4.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinders. Like Perkins engines generally, these engines did not represent the pinnacle of durability. Torque increases were 24-27% in the turbocharged fours and 21% in the naturally aspirated engine. In the two largest models, the turbochargers were equipped with wastegates.

As usual, there were 16 forward and 8 reverse gears with a two-speed powershift, but now the transmission was a direction-reverser type where the powershift was not available in reverse speeds. The maximum speed was 40 km/h. Regarding the transmission, the technology was up-to-date for its class. The PTO (power take-off) came standard with speeds of 540 and 1000 rpm, and 750 rpm was available as an option.

Hydraulic output was 60 liters per minute, and the hydraulic system was an open type. Lift capacity was 3000 kg with one external cylinder and 3900 kg with two cylinders. Electric draft control was standard, and sensing was done through the rocker arm.

The cab had made a major advancement compared to the old XL. It was now based on the basic structure of the Maxxum MX. It was spacious, had good visibility, and declared noise level was only 73 dB. The mechanical reverser lever was located under the steering wheel to the left, and the powershift toggle was at the top of the gear lever. The gauges were digital as in previous models. The exhaust pipe was located on the front pillar of the cab. Alongside the Deluxe cab, a low-profile LP cab was also available.

In the autumn of 1999, the design of the engine hood was revamped.

The history of the Case CX was short; from early 2001, production continued under McCormick.

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