The Optimum Balance of Power, Size, and Versatility.
Optum series tractors are designed to meet the customer needs for dimensions, power, comfort, hydraulic capacity, and weight. With this flexibility the Optum tractor delivers on everything from haulage and roading applications to tillage, planting and seeding, and hay and forage operations.
ENGINE
Proven Engine Performance
The proven 6.7L engines are built to produce power for the toughest field conditions. Reinforced material can handle anything the Optum will put this engine through.
TRANSMISSION
Reliable CVXDrive Transmission
The CVXDrive is a reliable transmission for infinite ground speed control that delivers the power to the ground in field and road applications, while allowing for maximum fuel efficiency by managing the engine RPM and transmission speed. The CVXDrive transmission features:
Operator Environment
Comfort With A Purpose
The SurroundVision Cab has 85 cubic feet of space with 63.2 square feet of glass for all around visibility. Adding to the comfort of the cab is the MultiControl armrest and handle with all the major functions at the operator’s fingertips, allowing more productivity. Best-in-class seat options provide the ultimate operator comfort.
Cab Suspension: Included in base equipment, cab suspension provides the operator with a more comfortable ride, reducing fatigue and stress, especially when paired with a suspended front axle.
LED Lighting: The Optum tractor offers 8 (standard), 12 or 14 high-power LED lighting packages to meet the lighting needs and operator preferences. LED lights provide greater intensity over a longer life compared with halogen lights.
Deluxe Seat Option:
Active Leather Seat Option:
PTO, Hydraulics & Hitches
Workhorse Components
PTO Options
4-Speed Rear PTO: Optum tractors are equipped with an in-cab, electronically shiftable 4-speed rear PTO. The four PTO speeds include 540, 540E, 1000, 1000E for maximum productivity, versatility and efficiency. The economy PTO speeds are fuel saving features for maintaining PTO speed at a lower engine speed
2-Speed Front PTO: Optum tractors have an option for an in-cab, electronically shiftable 2-speed front PTO. The front PTO option includes 1000/1000E for fuel saving, helping customers use less fuel per acre
Hydraulic Pumps
Optum tractors offer large hydraulic pump options for performance at lower engine RPMs, designed to help operators save fuel.
Hitches
Rear Hitch
Front Hitch
Axles & Tires
Axle Design That Keeps Power to the Ground
Front Axle
Rear Axle
ADVANCED FARMING SYSTEMS (AFS)
Integrated Precision Farming Technology
ISOBUS Class 3 Compatibility
Allows the Optum tractor and a Model Year 2016 LB4 series large square baler to work together. Feedrate Control allows the baler to control specific tractor functions. If the tractor accepts the command, it will activate the requested function. These specific functions include:
AFS AccuGuide
AFS Pro 700 Display
Included in standard equipment, a single, customizable, intuitive, easy-to-read display is used to control and monitor key functions and track important information. With the AFS Pro 700 display, you benefit from:
MAINTENANCE & UPTIME
Keeping You Running Day After Day
Case IH Optum series tractors feature easy maintenance access points and long scheduled maintenance intervals.
Easy Access
Regular maintenance points are accessible without removing shields. The hood opens without tools. Radiators and coolers fold out for quick, easy cleaning. A wide filler opening makes ground-level fueling easy.
Uptime
A 600-hour oil-change interval and low-maintenance fuel system reduce downtime and maximize uptime. Large fuel tanks keep you rolling.
Make | Case IH |
Model | Optum 270 (2018-Present) |
Engine Performance | |
Advertised Engine Power, Rated, hp (kW) | 271 (199) |
Maximum Engine Power, hp (kW) | 290 (213) |
Rated Engine Speed, rpm | 2200 |
Power Boost, hp (kW) | 19 (14) |
Fuel Tank capacity, gal (L) | 166 (630) |
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank capacity, gal (L) | 25.4 (96) |
PTO Performance | |
PTO Horsepower, Basic / Optional Transmission, hp (kW) | 240 (179) |
PTO Speeds, rpm | 540 / 540E / 1000 / 1000E |
PTO operational Type (Independent; Live; Continuous) | Independent |
Basic Engine | |
Engine Make | Case IH FPT |
Engine Model | 6.7 L |
Number of Cylinders | 6 |
Displacement, cu in (L) | 411 (6.7) |
Engine Bore, in (mm) | 4.095 (104) |
Engine Stroke, in (mm) | 5.20 (132) |
Block Design, Replaceable Liners | Parent bore block |
Aspiration, Turbocharged or Naturally Aspirated | eVGT Turbocharged, air-to-air aftercooled |
Fuel System | |
Fuel System Description | High Pressure Common Rail |
Fuel System Control, Electronic or Mechanical | Electronic |
Fuel Injection to combustion chamber, Direct or Indirect | Direct |
Emission and Exhaust Treatment | |
Emission Level, US EPA Tier | Tier 4B / Final |
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) w/Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) | SCR w/ DEF |
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) | No |
Cleanup Catalyst (CUC) | CUC standard |
Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) | DOC standard |
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) | No |
Exhaust Pipe, Vertical stack or Horizontal | Vertical stack |
Cooling System | |
Fan Drive Type | Visctronic std.; Reversible pitch opt. |
Electrical System | |
System Rating, Volts | 12 |
Alternator Rating, Amps | 200 |
Basic Transmission Configuration | |
Manufacturer's Description | Eco CVXDrive, 25 mph (40 kph) |
Transmission Type | Continuously Variable |
Number of Forward / Reverse Speeds | Infinite, 4 ranges, 2 reverse |
Maximum Speed Forward, mph (kph) | 25 (40) |
Creeper Range Available | Standard with CVXDrive |
Shuttle (Forward-Reverse) Available | Yes |
Optional Transmission 1 | |
Manufacturer's Description | CVXDrive, 31 mph (50 kph) |
Transmission Type | Continuously Variable |
Number of Forward / Reverse Speeds | Infinite, 4 ranges, 2 reverse |
Optional Transmission 2 | |
Manufacturer's Description | No option |
Transmission Type | No option |
Number of Forward / Reverse Speeds | No option |
Wheel or Track Configuration | |
Drive Wheels or Tracks; 2WD, 4WD, 2WD / 4WD, 2 Tracks or 4 Tracks | 4WD |
Steering Configuration: Front Steer, Frame Articulated, or Track-type Steer | Front Steer |
Rear Axle Assembly | |
Final Drive Location and Description | Inboard / Planetary |
Axle Output End, Flange or Bar | Bar std; flange opt. for singles |
Axle Bar Diameter, in (mm) | 4.125 (105) |
Front Axle | |
Suspended Front Axle Available | Standard |
Brakes | |
Service Brake Type | Wet disc, ABS available |
Hydraulic System | |
Hydraulic System Type | Closed center, Pressure Flow Compensating (PFC) |
Main Hydraulic Pump Type | Variable Displacement Piston Pump |
Implement Pump Flow, gpm (Lpm) | 43.6 (165) |
Optional Pump Flow, gpm (Lpm) | 58 (220) |
Number of Standard Remote Valves | 4 std; 5th opt. |
3-Point Hitch Features | |
3-Point Hitch Category | Category 3 |
Optional Hitch Category | Category 4N |
Draft Sensing or Lift Control | Electronic Draft Control |
Draft Link Ends Telescopic | Yes |
3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity | |
Standard Lift Capacity 24 Inches behind pin, lb (kg) | 19,180 (8700) max.; 15,800 (7167) full range |
Optional Lift Capacity 24 Inches behind pin, lb (kg) | No option |
Standard Lift Capacity at lift pin, lb (kg) | np |
Optional Lift Capacity at lift pin, lb (kg) | No option |
Drawbar | |
Drawbar Description | Category 3, swinging |
Wheelbase / Trackbase | |
Wheelbase, 2WD, in (mm) | No 2WD |
Wheelbase/Trackbase, MFD/4WD or Track, in (mm) | 117.9 (2995) |
Length | |
Length, 2WD, incl. Hitch/Drawbar, in (mm) | No 2WD |
Length, MFD/4WD or track, incl. Hitch/Drawbar, in (mm) | 208.2 (5289) |
Vertical Dimensions | |
Height to Top of Cab, in (mm) | 132.5 (3366) |
Height to Top of ROPS raised, in (mm) | No open ROPS |
Width w/Tires or Tracks | |
Overall Width, with standard wheels or tracks, in (mm) | 119 (3023) bar axle ends |
Weight (w/Tires or Tracks) | |
Weight, 2WD w/ROPS, lb (kg) | No 2WD |
Weight, MFD/4WD w/ROPS, lb (kg) | No open ROPS |
Weight, 2WD w/Cab, lb (kg) | No 2WD |
Weight, MFD/4WD or Tracks w/Cab, without ballast, lb (kg) | 23,149 (10500) |
Weight, Total allowable, w/maximum ballast, lb (kg) | 36,376 (16500) |
Tire / Track Size | |
Front Tire Size, 2WD | No 2WD |
Front Tire Size orTrack Width, MFD/4WD or Track | 420/85 R34 |
Rear Tire Size or Track Width | 480/80 R50, R1W Duals |
Sales Literature | |
Literature Number | CIH170601 |
Literature Date | 7/1/2017 |
Secondary Literature Source | |
Secondary Literature Number | -- |
Secondary Literature Date | -- |
Other Documentation | |
Document Number | TA-1433-15 |
Document Date | 7/1/2015 |
Status and Entry Dates | |
Manufacturing Status, Current or Archive | Current |
First Entry Date | 9/24/2017 |
Revision Date | -- |