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2 cents on a Case IH 495??

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I posted this inquiry in the Case section, but was redirected to IH, I figured I'd just post in the general discussion.

A local dealer has a Case IH 495 for sale, asking $5,500. No loader, two remotes, engine is dry, almost new front tires, rear tires 50% at best. It looks like a well maintained tractor. Anyone familiar with these models? Any common issues? How is the asking price? As always any help is appreciated.
 
Hi, my brother bought a 495 new in 1991 when they were first available. Against my advice he put a 2350 Quick attach FEL on it. The FEL was too heavy for the front end when moving round bales. He finally saw the light and bought a CaseIH 3230 one size larger than 495 and put the FEL on it. I believe it has over 8,000 engine Hrs on it. Starts well in the winter with the thermal start kit in the intake manifold. Other than 1 clutch, alternator, batteries, filters and oil, he hasn't had many problems with it. The German D-179, 3 cyl engine is a good runner.

JimB
 

495 was the previous IH 484 reconfigured to look more like a Case. D179 German diesel which is a great little diesel and the same transmission and rear end as many larger tractors in the 84 85 and 95 series. If it has been maintained properly, they are a great little tractor. Easy on fuel, capable of doing lots of work, and easy to work on. Brakes should be checked because sometimes the axle seals can wear, allowing them to loose prime and its a significant job to repair. The emergency brake is also an issue as it gets left on and driven which wears the brake band away and its a significant job to replace. If it starts well and the brakes work properly then it is a great model if it is sized for your needs. I used to own a 454 which was an earlier model that was very similar and I only sold it to buy a 684 because it was better sized for my needs. Price depends on your area.
 
The price is OK if it is in fair to good shape. The engine is the best part about a CIH 495. The transmission shifter are not designed very well. They can be a bear to get to shift right. The hydraulics are not the fastest either.

They are a slow seller around here. There where more 595s but they where not any better.

CIH just did not have the best utility tractors.

I would go with Ford, MF or JD over a CIH.
 
485 is rated at 15.9 or 17 (optional) gpm vs 13 gpm for a JD 2150. My experience with both the older IH inline and later H pattern shifters is that they worked really well with good speeds and syncromesh. The inline shifter linkage could be an issue if it is worn out but the entire mechanism can be rebuilt or fully replaced pretty easily. The transmissions, ptos, and rearends on these models have a reputation for being bullet proof in my area and parts and prices are excellent. I will admit to only personally owning two (454 and 684) and have nothing against Masseys, JD, or. Ford. We have owned older Masseys and still own a ford 5610. I considered buying a JD 2150 but the few around were several times the price of the other comparable makes. Most of the various manufacturers made some excellent models and all have some quirks to watch for. Find a model in the required size that has been well cared for and it will serve you well for years.
 

You can bet I will recommend one.

We've had one since new, put a ton of hours on it. Done some work to it in the last 2-3 years, but considering it's 23 years old and wears a load almost year around I am happy. First 20 years did an alternator, clutch and water pump.

Lots of power and hydraulics, transmission shifts perfect unless the shift linkage if worn.

Hyd are fine, won't find too many other early 90's utilities that bettered them. Loader runs fast and strong even at idle.

I would buy a brand new one if they still made them.

Current utilities are not as nice as the old IH's.
 
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