CaseIH 856 XL vs John Deere 5085E

Side-by-side specs comparison

CaseIH 856 XL

CaseIH 856 XL

85 HP · 1985–1987

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John Deere 5085E

John Deere 5085E

85 HP · 2013–2017

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The CaseIH 856 XL and the John Deere 5085E deliver the same power: 85 HP.
  • The John Deere 5085E is the more recent model: production started in 2013, versus 1985 for the CaseIH 856 XL.
  • The CaseIH 856 XL is heavier: 3839 kg versus 3200 kg for the John Deere 5085E.
  • The CaseIH 856 XL offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3949 kg versus 1457 kg.

Full specs comparison

CaseIH 856 XLJohn Deere 5085E
Power85 HP85 HP
Production years1985–19872013–2017
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders44
Displacement3.9 L4.5 L
Weight3 839 kg3 200 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD4WD
TransmissionSynchronizedPartial power shift
Gears (fwd/rev)16 / 8
Rear lift capacity3 949 kg1 457 kg
Wheelbase238 cm230 cm
Length392 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the CaseIH 856 XL or the John Deere 5085E?

The CaseIH 856 XL and the John Deere 5085E deliver the same power: 85 HP.

Which is more recent, the CaseIH 856 XL or the John Deere 5085E?

The John Deere 5085E is the more recent model: production started in 2013, versus 1985 for the CaseIH 856 XL.

Which is heavier, the CaseIH 856 XL or the John Deere 5085E?

The CaseIH 856 XL is heavier: 3839 kg versus 3200 kg for the John Deere 5085E.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the CaseIH 856 XL or the John Deere 5085E?

The CaseIH 856 XL offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3949 kg versus 1457 kg.

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