CaseIH 856 XL vs John Deere Q-85

Side-by-side specs comparison

CaseIH 856 XL

CaseIH 856 XL

85 HP · 1985–1987

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John Deere Q-85

John Deere Q-85

85 HP · 2002–2010

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The CaseIH 856 XL and the John Deere Q-85 deliver the same power: 85 HP.
  • The John Deere Q-85 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1985 for the CaseIH 856 XL.
  • The CaseIH 856 XL is heavier: 3839 kg versus 2219 kg for the John Deere Q-85.
  • The CaseIH 856 XL offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3949 kg versus 2500 kg.

Full specs comparison

CaseIH 856 XLJohn Deere Q-85
Power85 HP85 HP
Production years1985–19872002–2010
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders44
Displacement3.9 L2.8 L
Weight3 839 kg2 219 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD4WD
TransmissionSynchronized
Gears (fwd/rev)16 / 816 / 8
Rear lift capacity3 949 kg2 500 kg
Wheelbase238 cm184 cm
Length328 cm
CabYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the CaseIH 856 XL or the John Deere Q-85?

The CaseIH 856 XL and the John Deere Q-85 deliver the same power: 85 HP.

Which is more recent, the CaseIH 856 XL or the John Deere Q-85?

The John Deere Q-85 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1985 for the CaseIH 856 XL.

Which is heavier, the CaseIH 856 XL or the John Deere Q-85?

The CaseIH 856 XL is heavier: 3839 kg versus 2219 kg for the John Deere Q-85.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the CaseIH 856 XL or the John Deere Q-85?

The CaseIH 856 XL offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3949 kg versus 2500 kg.

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