CaseIH 385 vs John Deere 1550
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The CaseIH 385 and the John Deere 1550 deliver the same power: 43 HP.
- The John Deere 1550 is the more recent model: production started in 1987, versus 1985 for the CaseIH 385.
- The John Deere 1550 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2396 kg versus 978 kg.
Full specs comparison
| CaseIH 385 | John Deere 1550 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 43 HP | 43 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1990 | 1987–1994 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.9 L |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 4 | 8 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | 978 kg | 2 396 kg |
| Wheelbase | 202 cm | 204 cm |
| Length | — | 375 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |