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Document Type: Official Buyer's Comparison Spec Sheet
Testing Standards: Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory (NTTL) / OECD
Status: Verified Engineering Data Archive
HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

CaseIH MX245 vs M-R-S A-95

Specification differential, power-to-weight analysis, hydraulic benchmarks, and equipment decision guidance.

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Different Measurement ProtocolsMeasurement standard or power basis is unspecified for one or both machines.
CaseIH

CaseIH MX245

Category: Farm

CaseIH MX245
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Power248 HP
Weight21,185lbs
Pump Flow38.6gpm
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M-R-S

M-R-S A-95

Category: Farm

M-R-S A-95
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Power186 HP
Weight26,000lbs
Pump FlowN/Agpm
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Decisive Performance Differentials

  • M-R-S A-95 provides +4,815 lbs more unballasted traction mass

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

CaseIH MX245
M-R-S A-95
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
248 HPvs186 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
21,185 lbsvs26,000 lbs
HydraulicsStandard Flow
38.6 gpmvsOption Pack Required
DisplacementEngine Liters
8.3 Lvs5.2 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
23F / 6Rvs10F / 2R

Head-to-Head Specification Differential

Side-by-side technical parameters with calculated delta advantage & percent differentials

SpecificationCaseIH MX245M-R-S A-95Advantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
248 HP
186 HP
-
PTO Horsepower (Tested)
204 HP
N/A
-
Traction Density Ratio
11.7 HP/1k lbs
7.2 HP/1k lbs
11.7 vs 7.2 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility)
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
21,185 lbs
26,000 lbs
+22.7%+4,815 lbs heavier
Engine Specs
Displacement
8.3 L
5.2 L
+3.1L larger displacement
Cylinders
6 Cylinders
6 Cylinders
-
Hydraulics & Implements
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow
38.6 gpm
N/A (Check Option Pack)
-
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard)
3 Valves
Optional / Standard
-
3-Point Hitch Category
Category III
Standard Hitch
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
4WD
4WD
-
Transmission System
full power shift
Mechanical / PowerShift
-
✓Specifications independently cross-referenced with official OECD & Nebraska test codes.
Official Engineering Test Reports

Buyer Decision Export Tools

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AI MATCHUP ARBITER & FIELD WORKLOAD ADVISOR

Operational Field Verdict Matrix

Algorithmic suitability assessment cross-referencing Nebraska draft tests against four agricultural workloads.

Real-time Engineering Synthesis

Primary Tillage & Deep Chisel Plowing

Tied Match

Both tractors share comparable tractive ballast and engine torque profiles within 2% margin.

Tractive efficiency in heavy soil depends heavily on static axle load rather than pure unballasted horsepower.

Large-Scale Air Seeding & Hydraulic Drills

Data Inconclusive

Dedicated remote circuit hydraulic flow ratings are incomplete. Direct comparative seeding capacity requires dealer-verified option build sheets.

Variable-rate air carts require independent remote valve pressure regulation without starving steering hydraulics.

Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty

CaseIH Recommended

CaseIH MX245 has a sharper 11.71 HP/1,000 lb power-to-weight ratio for rapid hill-climbing acceleration with loaded grain carts.

Higher agility power-to-weight ratios dramatically improve turnaround times during peak harvesting windows.

Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation

CaseIH Recommended

CaseIH MX245 features a lighter footprint (-4,815 lbs), reducing deep subsoil compaction during damp spring planting windows.

Preserving soil porosity and preventing hardpan buildup saves diesel fuel in subsequent years.
Fleet Manager Recommendation

Both machines demonstrate balanced engineering trade-offs in this equipment class. Base final fleet acquisition on local dealer servicing support, operator ergonomics, and implement compatibility.

Evidence Coverage68%Empirical Spec Depth

Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict

Engine Decision Verdict

Both CaseIH MX245 and M-R-S A-95 are remarkably well-matched within this power bracket. The decisive purchasing decision should focus on dealer proximity, local service network reputation, hydraulic circuit options, and implement hitch requirements.

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COMMERCIAL MACHINERY DECISION TOOL

Equipment Financing & Monthly Payment Estimator

Model cash flows, estimated installment burdens, and financing differentials for agricultural leases or loans.

Zero Credit Impact Estimate
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Financed: $192,000 after down payment
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Financed: $192,000 after down payment
Down Payment20%
0%20% (Standard)50%
Annual APR5.99%
Financing Term Duration (Months)
Estimated Monthly Payment Differential
CaseIH MX245$3,711 /mo
60 payments$222,660 total
M-R-S A-95$3,711 /mo
60 payments$222,660 total
Estimated Monthly Delta:$0 /mo savings

*Indicative estimates based on standard Tier-1 agricultural commercial rates. Taxes, freight, attachments, and insurance not included.

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