CaseIH C42 vs John Deere 5042C

Side-by-side specs comparison

CaseIH C42

CaseIH C42

42 HP · 1992–1996

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John Deere 5042C

John Deere 5042C

42 HP · 2015–2025

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The CaseIH C42 and the John Deere 5042C deliver the same power: 42 HP.
  • The John Deere 5042C is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 1992 for the CaseIH C42.
  • The CaseIH C42 is heavier: 2360 kg versus 1730 kg for the John Deere 5042C.
  • The CaseIH C42 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2000 kg versus 1000 kg.

Full specs comparison

CaseIH C42John Deere 5042C
Power42 HP42 HP
Production years1992–19962015–2025
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement2.4 L2.9 L
Weight2 360 kg1 730 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD
TransmissionSynchronizedGear
Gears (fwd/rev)16 / 88 / 2
Rear lift capacity2 000 kg1 000 kg
Wheelbase198 cm186 cm
Length353 cm292 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the CaseIH C42 or the John Deere 5042C?

The CaseIH C42 and the John Deere 5042C deliver the same power: 42 HP.

Which is more recent, the CaseIH C42 or the John Deere 5042C?

The John Deere 5042C is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 1992 for the CaseIH C42.

Which is heavier, the CaseIH C42 or the John Deere 5042C?

The CaseIH C42 is heavier: 2360 kg versus 1730 kg for the John Deere 5042C.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the CaseIH C42 or the John Deere 5042C?

The CaseIH C42 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2000 kg versus 1000 kg.

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