
The production information of the tractor (500) includes details about its manufacturing.
| Original price was $4,900 in 1958 |
| Standard-tread tractor |
| The Case 500 was also made in an industrial version, the Case 520. Only 265 were built. |
| Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA |
| Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
|---|---|
| Total built | 5,985 |
This section sums up the dimension and tires information of the tractor.
| Rear tread | 60.75 inches [154 cm] |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 88 inches [223 cm] |
| Ballasted weight | 11,605 lbs [5264 kg] |
| Operating weight | 8,000 lbs [3628 kg] |
| Length | 114.3 inches [290 cm] |
| Front tread | 62 inches [157 cm] |
| Height | 61.4 inches [155 cm] |
| Ag front | 7.50-18 |
|---|---|
| 18-26 | |
| Ag rear | 14-30 |
| Ag rear | 15-30 |
| 48 (steel) | |
| Ag front | 30 (steel) |
Get the specifications for the engine and if different options are available.
| J.I. Case |
| Liquid-cooled vertical I-head |
| Diesel |
| 6-cylinder |
| Air cleaner | Oil bath |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 377 ci [6.2 L] |
| Compression | 15.0:1 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.00x5.00 inches [102 x 127 mm] |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Rated RPM | 1350 |
Discover all variants of transmission available for this tractor model.
| Type | Gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
This section summarizes all mechanical information such as the brake system and other specifications.
| Two-wheel drive |
| Open operator station. |
Discover the power specifications and options available for this tractor model but also PTO (Power Take-off) information.
| Rear PTO | Independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Discover the robust J.I. Case 500 tractor, a powerful workhorse from 1953-1956. This model boasts a reliable 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical I-head diesel engine with a 377 ci [6.2 L] displacement and a 1350 rated RPM. Experience efficient fieldwork with its independent 540 RPM rear PTO and a versatile 4 forward and 1 reverse gear transmission. The open operator station ensures comfort and practicality during long working days. Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA, this tractor is a testament to J.I. Case's commitment to quality. With a substantial operating weight of 8,000 lbs [3628 kg] and a wheelbase of 88 inches [223 cm], it offers stability and performance for a variety of agricultural tasks. The Case 500, part of the 600↑ 1957 and LA↓ 1940-1953 series, is ideal for those seeking a dependable and historically significant tractor for their farm operations.