๐ท๏ธ Basic Information Identification Make: Case IH Model: STX325 Product Type: Service Manual ๐ Introduction Market Position Market Segment: Heavy-duty agricultural tractor, articulated four-wheel drive. Competitive Analysis Competitors: John Deere 8R Series, New Holland T8 Series, AGCO Challenger MT Series. Key Features Intended Use: High-horsepower agricultural operations including primary tillage, planting, and heavy draft work. Target Audience: Professional farmers, agricultural contractors, and farm machinery maintenance technicians. ๐ Manual Details Coverage Areas Manual Content: Complete official full service repair manual Page Count Estimated Pages: Refer to official documentation for exact page count; typically hundreds of pages for agricultural equipment service manuals. Manual Type Type: Service and Repair Manual Language Language: English (Assumed based on product description; verify with seller) Format Format: PDF Download ๐ Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Service: Detailed diagnostics, repair, and overhaul procedures for the engine system. Powertrain Service: Comprehensive coverage of transmission, drivetrain, and final drive systems. Hydraulic System Service: Repair and maintenance procedures for the hydraulic pump, valves, cylinders, and associated components. Electrical System Service: Wiring diagrams, troubleshooting, component testing, and repair for the electrical and electronic systems. Operator Station Service: Procedures for servicing the cabin, controls, seating, and HVAC system. Chassis And Frame Service: Maintenance and repair for the tractor chassis, steering system, and drawbar/hitch components. Braking System Service: Repair and adjustment procedures for the braking system. Cooling System Service: Maintenance and repair of the radiator, coolant lines, and fan assembly. Fuel System Service: Procedures for servicing the fuel tank, lines, filters, and injection system. Air Intake And Exhaust Service: Maintenance and repair of the air cleaner, turbocharger, and exhaust system. Procedures Included Troubleshooting: Extensive diagnostic trees and troubleshooting guides for identifying and resolving common and uncommon issues. Preventative Maintenance: Detailed schedules and procedures for routine maintenance tasks. Component Disassembly And Assembly: Step-by-step instructions for removing, overhauling, and reassembling all major and minor components. Torque Specifications: Precise torque values for all critical fasteners and bolts. Special Tool Identification: Identification and usage instructions for specialized tools required for repairs. Emission System Service: Procedures for servicing exhaust aftertreatment systems if applicable to the specific model year's emission standards. Safety Interlock System: Diagnostics and repair of safety interlock mechanisms. Climate Control Service: Maintenance and repair of the cab's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering from basic maintenance to advanced component overhaul and system diagnostics. ๐ Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Typically text-searchable PDF for efficient information retrieval. Print Quality Printability: Designed for clear printing of text and diagrams. Binding Type Binding Type For Digital: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper Type For Printed Equivalent: N/A (Digital Download - print to desired paper) โ๏ธ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Manufacturer: Cummins (Typically for this era and model range, verify for specific STX325 build) Engine Model: Likely a Cummins QSX series engine (e.g., QSX15, verify for specific STX325 build) Engine Displacement: Likely 15.0 Liters (QSX15) (verify for specific STX325 build) Performance Rated Horsepower: Approximately 325 engine horsepower (verify for specific STX325 build) Peak Torque: Requires specific engine variant data; often in the range of 1200-1300 lb-ft for comparable Cummins QSX engines (verify). Fuel System Fuel Injection: Common Rail Fuel Injection (Typically for modern Cummins QSX engines) Emission Control: Tier 3 or Tier 4 emissions compliance (depending on model year and market; verify for specific STX325 build) ๐ง Transmission Standard Transmission Type: Powershift (e.g., 16x4 or 24x8 Powershift transmission, verify for specific STX325 build) Optional Optional Transmission: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) or a higher gear count powershift may have been available depending on options and model year (verify for specific STX325 build). Features Transmission Control: Electronic shift controls with auto-shifting capabilities. Pto Options: Standard PTO speeds (e.g., 1000 PTO RPM, potentially 540 PTO RPM with an adapter or as an option; verify). ๐ Dimensions Exterior Overall Length: Requires specific STX325 data; typically around 20-25 feet depending on configuration (verify). Overall Width: Requires specific STX325 data; typically around 8-10 feet without dual wheels (verify). Wheelbase: Requires specific STX325 data; typically around 12-14 feet for articulated tractors (verify). Weights Operating Weight: Likely in the range of 20,000-25,000 lbs (unballasted, verify). Maximum Allowable Weight: Requires specific STX325 data; significantly higher to allow for ballast and heavy implements (verify). ๐ก๏ธ Safety Features Ratings Operator Safety: ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) certified cab. Active Features Lighting: Standard work lighting (headlights, taillights, beacon, fender lights). Parking Brake: Independent parking brake system. Passive Features Seatbelts: Operator seatbelt for enhanced safety. Emergency Stop: May include an emergency engine shut-off feature. ๐ก Technology Features Infotainment Cab Features: Basic HVAC, radio, and comfortable operator seating typical for the era. Driver Assistance Autosteer Readiness: Often equipped or pre-wired for GPS autosteer systems (e.g., Case IH AFS). Connectivity Telematics: May have provisions for telematics systems for remote monitoring and diagnostics (depending on options). ๐ง Maintenance...
John Deere 8R Series, New Holland T8 Series, AGCO Challenger MT Series.
Key Features
Intended Use:
High-horsepower agricultural operations including primary tillage, planting, and heavy draft work.
Target Audience:
Professional farmers, agricultural contractors, and farm machinery maintenance technicians.
๐ Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Manual Content:
Complete official full service repair manual
Page Count
Estimated Pages:
Refer to official documentation for exact page count; typically hundreds of pages for agricultural equipment service manuals.
Manual Type
Type:
Service and Repair Manual
Language
Language:
English (Assumed based on product description; verify with seller)
Format
Format:
PDF Download
๐ Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Engine Service:
Detailed diagnostics, repair, and overhaul procedures for the engine system.
Powertrain Service:
Comprehensive coverage of transmission, drivetrain, and final drive systems.
Hydraulic System Service:
Repair and maintenance procedures for the hydraulic pump, valves, cylinders, and associated components.
Electrical System Service:
Wiring diagrams, troubleshooting, component testing, and repair for the electrical and electronic systems.
Operator Station Service:
Procedures for servicing the cabin, controls, seating, and HVAC system.
Chassis And Frame Service:
Maintenance and repair for the tractor chassis, steering system, and drawbar/hitch components.
Braking System Service:
Repair and adjustment procedures for the braking system.
Cooling System Service:
Maintenance and repair of the radiator, coolant lines, and fan assembly.
Fuel System Service:
Procedures for servicing the fuel tank, lines, filters, and injection system.
Air Intake And Exhaust Service:
Maintenance and repair of the air cleaner, turbocharger, and exhaust system.
Procedures Included
Troubleshooting:
Extensive diagnostic trees and troubleshooting guides for identifying and resolving common and uncommon issues.
Preventative Maintenance:
Detailed schedules and procedures for routine maintenance tasks.
Component Disassembly And Assembly:
Step-by-step instructions for removing, overhauling, and reassembling all major and minor components.
Torque Specifications:
Precise torque values for all critical fasteners and bolts.
Special Tool Identification:
Identification and usage instructions for specialized tools required for repairs.
Emission System Service:
Procedures for servicing exhaust aftertreatment systems if applicable to the specific model year's emission standards.
Safety Interlock System:
Diagnostics and repair of safety interlock mechanisms.
Climate Control Service:
Maintenance and repair of the cab's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering from basic maintenance to advanced component overhaul and system diagnostics.
๐ Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Searchability:
Typically text-searchable PDF for efficient information retrieval.
Print Quality
Printability:
Designed for clear printing of text and diagrams.
Binding Type
Binding Type For Digital:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper Type For Printed Equivalent:
N/A (Digital Download - print to desired paper)
โ๏ธ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Manufacturer:
Cummins (Typically for this era and model range, verify for specific STX325 build)
Engine Model:
Likely a Cummins QSX series engine (e.g., QSX15, verify for specific STX325 build)
Engine Displacement:
Likely 15.0 Liters (QSX15) (verify for specific STX325 build)
Performance
Rated Horsepower:
Approximately 325 engine horsepower (verify for specific STX325 build)
Peak Torque:
Requires specific engine variant data; often in the range of 1200-1300 lb-ft for comparable Cummins QSX engines (verify).
Fuel System
Fuel Injection:
Common Rail Fuel Injection (Typically for modern Cummins QSX engines)
Emission Control:
Tier 3 or Tier 4 emissions compliance (depending on model year and market; verify for specific STX325 build)
๐ง Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
Powershift (e.g., 16x4 or 24x8 Powershift transmission, verify for specific STX325 build)
Optional
Optional Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) or a higher gear count powershift may have been available depending on options and model year (verify for specific STX325 build).
Features
Transmission Control:
Electronic shift controls with auto-shifting capabilities.
Pto Options:
Standard PTO speeds (e.g., 1000 PTO RPM, potentially 540 PTO RPM with an adapter or as an option; verify).
๐ Dimensions
Exterior
Overall Length:
Requires specific STX325 data; typically around 20-25 feet depending on configuration (verify).
Overall Width:
Requires specific STX325 data; typically around 8-10 feet without dual wheels (verify).
Wheelbase:
Requires specific STX325 data; typically around 12-14 feet for articulated tractors (verify).
Weights
Operating Weight:
Likely in the range of 20,000-25,000 lbs (unballasted, verify).
Maximum Allowable Weight:
Requires specific STX325 data; significantly higher to allow for ballast and heavy implements (verify).
Standard work lighting (headlights, taillights, beacon, fender lights).
Parking Brake:
Independent parking brake system.
Passive Features
Seatbelts:
Operator seatbelt for enhanced safety.
Emergency Stop:
May include an emergency engine shut-off feature.
๐ก Technology Features
Infotainment
Cab Features:
Basic HVAC, radio, and comfortable operator seating typical for the era.
Driver Assistance
Autosteer Readiness:
Often equipped or pre-wired for GPS autosteer systems (e.g., Case IH AFS).
Connectivity
Telematics:
May have provisions for telematics systems for remote monitoring and diagnostics (depending on options).
๐ง Maintenance
Service Intervals
Engine Oil Change:
Typically every 250-500 operating hours for heavy-duty diesel engines, depending on operating conditions and oil type (refer to manual).
Hydraulic Fluid Change:
Typically every 1000-1500 operating hours or annually (refer to manual).
Transmission Fluid Change:
Typically every 1000-1500 operating hours or annually (refer to manual).
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
API CJ-4 or newer, SAE 15W-40 or 10W-30 (verify specific engine requirement and viscosity for climate).
Hydraulic Fluid Type:
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil) or Hy-Tran Plus (Case IH branded) meeting specific ISO VG or AGMA specifications (verify).
Coolant Type:
Heavy-duty OAT (Organic Acid Technology) coolant or traditional ELC (Extended Life Coolant) with appropriate mix ratio (verify).
Transmission Fluid Type:
May use the same UTTO/Hy-Tran Plus as the hydraulic system or a specific transmission fluid; refer to manual for exact specification.
Known Issues
Electrical Connectors:
Corrosion or looseness in electrical connectors can lead to intermittent faults.
Hydraulic Leaks:
Common with high usage; focus on seal integrity in pumps, valves, and cylinders.
Transmission Engagement:
Proper maintenance of powershift clutches and hydraulic control pressures is critical for smooth engagement.
๐ Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Brand Legacy:
Case IH is a historic American brand known for agricultural machinery, with roots dating back to the 19th century, evolving from J.I. Case Company.
Model Evolution
Stx Series:
The STX series represented Case IH's entry into the high-horsepower articulated tractor segment, succeeding earlier Steiger models after the acquisition.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Historically, Case IH articulated tractors were manufactured in Fargo, North Dakota, USA (legacy Steiger plant).
Production Years:
The STX325 model was typically produced in the early to mid-2000s (e.g., approximately 2003-2007 model years, verify specific STX325 production run).
๐ Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Industry Awards:
No specific awards are typically listed for individual tractor models in this category, but the brand is recognized for innovation and reliability.
Ratings
Dealer Support:
Case IH has a broad dealer network providing parts and service support.