CaseIH CS 48 vs John Deere 1030

Side-by-side specs comparison

CaseIH CS 48

CaseIH CS 48

48 HP · 1996–2001

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John Deere 1030

John Deere 1030

48 HP · 1973–1979

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The CaseIH CS 48 and the John Deere 1030 deliver the same power: 48 HP.
  • The CaseIH CS 48 is the more recent model: production started in 1996, versus 1973 for the John Deere 1030.
  • The CaseIH CS 48 is heavier: 2710 kg versus 2700 kg for the John Deere 1030.
  • The CaseIH CS 48 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2290 kg versus 1825 kg.

Full specs comparison

CaseIH CS 48John Deere 1030
Power48 HP48 HP
Production years1996–20011973–1979
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement2.7 L2.7 L
Weight2 710 kg2 700 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD
TransmissionSynchronizedGear
Gears (fwd/rev)16 / 88 / 4
Rear lift capacity2 290 kg1 825 kg
Wheelbase212 cm204 cm
Length352 cm337 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the CaseIH CS 48 or the John Deere 1030?

The CaseIH CS 48 and the John Deere 1030 deliver the same power: 48 HP.

Which is more recent, the CaseIH CS 48 or the John Deere 1030?

The CaseIH CS 48 is the more recent model: production started in 1996, versus 1973 for the John Deere 1030.

Which is heavier, the CaseIH CS 48 or the John Deere 1030?

The CaseIH CS 48 is heavier: 2710 kg versus 2700 kg for the John Deere 1030.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the CaseIH CS 48 or the John Deere 1030?

The CaseIH CS 48 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2290 kg versus 1825 kg.

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