History
Case IH represents more than 175 years of industry experience.
Supporting Producers Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Case IH represents more than 175 years of industry experience. With a global presence in more than 160 countries, we are recognized today as a global leader in powerful, reliable and highly efficient equipment that helps producers meet the challenges of modern agriculture.
At Case IH, our mission is to support you as you grow food, fiber and fuel for the world. We bring you innovative products and market leading technology and agricultural solutions and services to increase productivity. We take on challenges for you. We make life easier for you. We provide you with peace of mind. That’s what we do. We’re Case IH.
At Case IH, our mission is to support you as you grow food, fiber and fuel for the world. We bring you innovative products and market leading technology and agricultural solutions and services to increase productivity. We take on challenges for you. We make life easier for you. We provide you with peace of mind. That’s what we do. We’re Case IH.
A Rich History of Innovation, Partnership, and Resiliency
1840-1870
- 1842: Jerome Increase Case founds the Racine Threshing Machine Works in Racine, Wisconsin. He innovates the current thresher and separated the straw from the grain.
- 1847: In Chicago, Cyrus McCormick founds the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company which will later become International Harvester.
- 1850-60s: Both companies grow market share and McCormick adds features to the reaper while Case diversifies power sources for the thresher.
- 1869: J.I. Case and Company produces the first steam engine tractor. It is wheel mounted, but still drawn by horses and used only to power other machines.
1870-1900
- 1871: The Great Chicago Fire destroys the McCormick factory. J.I. Case offers to build machines for McCormick.
- 1876: Case builds the first self-propelled traction steam engine. However, horses are still used to steer the engine.
- 1892: Case builds a gasoline-powered tractor. However, the market is not ready for the transition from steam, so Case waits until 1911 to reintroduce it.
1900-1920
- 1902: J.P. Morgan brokers the merger of the McCormick, Deering, and three smaller brands into the International Harvester Company.
- 1910: International Harvester introduces the colossal Titan tractor, confirming its tractor legacy in both size and strength.
- 1919: International Harvester invents the first commercial power takeoff which premieres in the 8-16 model.
1920-1940
- 1923: Bert Benjamin builds first of the legendary Farmall, a unified system of tractors and implements for plowing, cultivation and harvesting, featuring a revolutionary light design.
- 1936: Harvester Red #50 is adopted for all International Harvester tractors, crawlers and power units on 1 November 1936.
- 1939: International Harvester introduces the second generation Farmall - the Letter Series - on August 9, 1939. The series included A and B (small-sized), H (middle-sized), and M (large-sized) tractors.
1940-1980
- 1943: International Harvester creates first successful spindle cotton picker. "Old Red" was mounted on a Farmall Tractor H. Both are donated for display at the Smithsonian Institution.
- 1958: The Steiger family builds their first tractor with a higher horsepower than what was then available on the market. Commercial production starts in 1963.
- 1977: The launch of the Axial Flow Combine revolutionizes the industry with its simplicity, grain quality, grain savings, crop adaptability, matched capacity and an added resale value.
1980-1990
- 1980: International Harvester produces the innovative 2+2 row crop articulated tractor, with the driver seated on the rear half of the tractor.
- 1984: Case introduces a new line of 94 series 4WD tractors, including the most powerful unit the company has ever produced, the 4994. The Model 4994 features a turbocharged V-8 with manufacturer's rating of 400 gross engine horsepower.
- 1985: The legacies of J.I. Case and Cyrus McCormick are united in one brand: Case IH. The new organization becomes the second largest farm equipment manufacturer, and the combination provides a broadened product line and a greatly expanded dealer organization.
- 1986: Steiger joins the growing Case IH offering. In 1988, the first red 9100 series Case IH Steiger tractors are produced although green Steigers are still made until 1989.
- 1987: Case IH launches the Magnum tractor – the first all-new machine to come from the combined engineering of Case and International Harvester.
- 1989: Case IH introduces the Maxxum tractor, a powerful, versatile and economical multi-purpose tractor which stands out for its performance, maneuverability and serviceability.
1990-2000
- 1992: Case IH celebrates its 150th anniversary serving the agriculture industry.
- 1995: Case IH introduces AFS Advanced Farming Systems. The system allows farmers to maximize productivity by monitoring yields with satellite technology, an innovative solution for its time.
- 1995: Case IH adds the innovative Austoft sugar cane harvester to its line which improves the efficiency and safety of harvesting cane.
- 1996: The amazing Steiger Quadtrac tractor is introduced. The 360-horsepower vehicle has four separate tracks that reduce ground compaction and increase traction.
- 1998: Case IH expands its presence in the application equipment market with the addition of sprayers.
- 1998: Business Week magazine names the Case IH MX Series Magnum tractor new product of the year, in its 10th anniversary year.
2000-2010
- 2003: The company announces the return of the Farmall brand name with introduction of the new D and DX series tractors.
- 2006: Case IH announces the Case IH Module Express 625 which is the first commercial cotton picker with the ability to build modules while harvesting.
- 2009: Case IH launches continuously variable transmission (CVT) technology on tractors. The CVT automatically adjusts to constantly deliver the best possible balance of power and fuel efficiency at field speeds when operators need it most.
2010-2020
- 2010: Case IH ships world's first tractor meeting new the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Tier 4 Interim/European Union Stage III emissions requirements for agricultural equipment. The engine in the new Magnum Series tractor uses Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) to reduce particulate matter and nitrogen oxides in emissions while actually boosting power, and improving fuel efficiency and durability.
- 2012: Case IH celebrates 25 years of the Magnum tractor.
- 2013: Case IH celebrates the 90 year anniversary of the introduction of the Farmall tractor, and the change in agriculture industry that resulted from it.
- 2013: Case IH introduces the first two-row sugarcane harvester with variable row-spacing, offering huge advantages in flexibility and harvesting speed.
- 2014: The Case IH Steiger tractor is voted “Machine of the Year XXL 2014” at Agritechnica in Hanover, Germany.
2010-2020, Continued
- 2015: The Case IH Magnum tractor is voted 2015 Tractor of the Year at EIMA 2014 in Bologna and the Magnum Rowtrac is introduced. Following this success, the Magnum was awarded “Machine of the Year 2015” at SIMA in Paris.
- 2016: Autonomous Concept Vehicle Case IH unveiles the Autonomous Concept Vehicle at the Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa. The concept vehicle is a cabless Case IH row crop tractor that can operate autonomously with a wide range of field implements.
- 2017: Anniversary 175 years Case IH celebrates the 175th anniversary of its foundation as an agricultural equipment business. 2017 marks a series of significant product introductions that reflect many years of quality, perseverance and progress.
- 2018: Case IH introduces Advanced Trailer Brake Case IH introduces the new Advanced Trailer Brake System which represents a major advance in tractor safety and stability. It can now be specified as an option on Puma 185, 200, 220 and 240 CVX models.
2020-Today
- 2020: Introduction AFS Connect Case IH launches AFS Connect, an Advanced Farming System technology that lets you remotely monitor and manage your farm, fleet and data, allowing you to optimise your performance, productivity and flexibility.
- 2021: The new Optum AFS Connect: more comfort and connectivity make work easier for drivers Case IH introduces the new Optum AFS Connect powered by the latest telematics applications for maximum performance, efficiency and reliability.
- 2022: Anniversaries 25 years Case IH celebrates three anniversaries: 25 years of the Quadtrac tractors - the most powerful series production tractors in the world, 35 years of the Magnum tractors – the first choice of large scale farmers and contractors who demand the best, and 45 years of the Axial-Flow harvesting range - the speed and efficiency that farmers demand for a successful harvest.
1840-1870
- 1842: Jerome Increase Case founds the Racine Threshing Machine Works in Racine, Wisconsin. He innovates the current thresher and separated the straw from the grain.
- 1847: In Chicago, Cyrus McCormick founds the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company which will later become International Harvester.
- 1850-60s: Both companies grow market share and McCormick adds features to the reaper while Case diversifies power sources for the thresher.
- 1869: J.I. Case and Company produces the first steam engine tractor. It is wheel mounted, but still drawn by horses and used only to power other machines.
1870-1900
- 1871: The Great Chicago Fire destroys the McCormick factory. J.I. Case offers to build machines for McCormick.
- 1876: Case builds the first self-propelled traction steam engine. However, horses are still used to steer the engine.
- 1892: Case builds a gasoline-powered tractor. However, the market is not ready for the transition from steam, so Case waits until 1911 to reintroduce it.
1900-1920
- 1902: J.P. Morgan brokers the merger of the McCormick, Deering, and three smaller brands into the International Harvester Company.
- 1910: International Harvester introduces the colossal Titan tractor, confirming its tractor legacy in both size and strength.
- 1919: International Harvester invents the first commercial power takeoff which premieres in the 8-16 model.
1920-1940
- 1923: Bert Benjamin builds first of the legendary Farmall, a unified system of tractors and implements for plowing, cultivation and harvesting, featuring a revolutionary light design.
- 1936: Harvester Red #50 is adopted for all International Harvester tractors, crawlers and power units on 1 November 1936.
- 1939: International Harvester introduces the second generation Farmall - the Letter Series - on August 9, 1939. The series included A and B (small-sized), H (middle-sized), and M (large-sized) tractors.
1940-1980
- 1943: International Harvester creates first successful spindle cotton picker. "Old Red" was mounted on a Farmall Tractor H. Both are donated for display at the Smithsonian Institution.
- 1958: The Steiger family builds their first tractor with a higher horsepower than what was then available on the market. Commercial production starts in 1963.
- 1977: The launch of the Axial Flow Combine revolutionizes the industry with its simplicity, grain quality, grain savings, crop adaptability, matched capacity and an added resale value.
1980-1990
- 1980: International Harvester produces the innovative 2+2 row crop articulated tractor, with the driver seated on the rear half of the tractor.
- 1984: Case introduces a new line of 94 series 4WD tractors, including the most powerful unit the company has ever produced, the 4994. The Model 4994 features a turbocharged V-8 with manufacturer's rating of 400 gross engine horsepower.
- 1985: The legacies of J.I. Case and Cyrus McCormick are united in one brand: Case IH. The new organization becomes the second largest farm equipment manufacturer, and the combination provides a broadened product line and a greatly expanded dealer organization.
- 1986: Steiger joins the growing Case IH offering. In 1988, the first red 9100 series Case IH Steiger tractors are produced although green Steigers are still made until 1989.
- 1987: Case IH launches the Magnum tractor – the first all-new machine to come from the combined engineering of Case and International Harvester.
- 1989: Case IH introduces the Maxxum tractor, a powerful, versatile and economical multi-purpose tractor which stands out for its performance, maneuverability and serviceability.
1990-2000
- 1992: Case IH celebrates its 150th anniversary serving the agriculture industry.
- 1995: Case IH introduces AFS Advanced Farming Systems. The system allows farmers to maximize productivity by monitoring yields with satellite technology, an innovative solution for its time.
- 1995: Case IH adds the innovative Austoft sugar cane harvester to its line which improves the efficiency and safety of harvesting cane.
- 1996: The amazing Steiger Quadtrac tractor is introduced. The 360-horsepower vehicle has four separate tracks that reduce ground compaction and increase traction.
- 1998: Case IH expands its presence in the application equipment market with the addition of sprayers.
- 1998: Business Week magazine names the Case IH MX Series Magnum tractor new product of the year, in its 10th anniversary year.
2000-2010
- 2003: The company announces the return of the Farmall brand name with introduction of the new D and DX series tractors.
- 2006: Case IH announces the Case IH Module Express 625 which is the first commercial cotton picker with the ability to build modules while harvesting.
- 2009: Case IH launches continuously variable transmission (CVT) technology on tractors. The CVT automatically adjusts to constantly deliver the best possible balance of power and fuel efficiency at field speeds when operators need it most.
2010-2020
- 2010: Case IH ships world's first tractor meeting new the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Tier 4 Interim/European Union Stage III emissions requirements for agricultural equipment. The engine in the new Magnum Series tractor uses Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) to reduce particulate matter and nitrogen oxides in emissions while actually boosting power, and improving fuel efficiency and durability.
- 2012: Case IH celebrates 25 years of the Magnum tractor.
- 2013: Case IH celebrates the 90 year anniversary of the introduction of the Farmall tractor, and the change in agriculture industry that resulted from it.
- 2013: Case IH introduces the first two-row sugarcane harvester with variable row-spacing, offering huge advantages in flexibility and harvesting speed.
- 2014: The Case IH Steiger tractor is voted “Machine of the Year XXL 2014” at Agritechnica in Hanover, Germany.
2010-2020, Continued
- 2015: The Case IH Magnum tractor is voted 2015 Tractor of the Year at EIMA 2014 in Bologna and the Magnum Rowtrac is introduced. Following this success, the Magnum was awarded “Machine of the Year 2015” at SIMA in Paris.
- 2016: Autonomous Concept Vehicle Case IH unveiles the Autonomous Concept Vehicle at the Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa. The concept vehicle is a cabless Case IH row crop tractor that can operate autonomously with a wide range of field implements.
- 2017: Anniversary 175 years Case IH celebrates the 175th anniversary of its foundation as an agricultural equipment business. 2017 marks a series of significant product introductions that reflect many years of quality, perseverance and progress.
- 2018: Case IH introduces Advanced Trailer Brake Case IH introduces the new Advanced Trailer Brake System which represents a major advance in tractor safety and stability. It can now be specified as an option on Puma 185, 200, 220 and 240 CVX models.
2020-Today
- 2020: Introduction AFS Connect Case IH launches AFS Connect, an Advanced Farming System technology that lets you remotely monitor and manage your farm, fleet and data, allowing you to optimise your performance, productivity and flexibility.
- 2021: The new Optum AFS Connect: more comfort and connectivity make work easier for drivers Case IH introduces the new Optum AFS Connect powered by the latest telematics applications for maximum performance, efficiency and reliability.
- 2022: Anniversaries 25 years Case IH celebrates three anniversaries: 25 years of the Quadtrac tractors - the most powerful series production tractors in the world, 35 years of the Magnum tractors – the first choice of large scale farmers and contractors who demand the best, and 45 years of the Axial-Flow harvesting range - the speed and efficiency that farmers demand for a successful harvest.
1840-1870
- 1842: Jerome Increase Case founds the Racine Threshing Machine Works in Racine, Wisconsin. He innovates the current thresher and separated the straw from the grain.
- 1847: In Chicago, Cyrus McCormick founds the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company which will later become International Harvester.
- 1850-60s: Both companies grow market share and McCormick adds features to the reaper while Case diversifies power sources for the thresher.
- 1869: J.I. Case and Company produces the first steam engine tractor. It is wheel mounted, but still drawn by horses and used only to power other machines.
1870-1900
- 1871: The Great Chicago Fire destroys the McCormick factory. J.I. Case offers to build machines for McCormick.
- 1876: Case builds the first self-propelled traction steam engine. However, horses are still used to steer the engine.
- 1892: Case builds a gasoline-powered tractor. However, the market is not ready for the transition from steam, so Case waits until 1911 to reintroduce it.
1900-1920
- 1902: J.P. Morgan brokers the merger of the McCormick, Deering, and three smaller brands into the International Harvester Company.
- 1910: International Harvester introduces the colossal Titan tractor, confirming its tractor legacy in both size and strength.
- 1919: International Harvester invents the first commercial power takeoff which premieres in the 8-16 model.
1920-1940
- 1923: Bert Benjamin builds first of the legendary Farmall, a unified system of tractors and implements for plowing, cultivation and harvesting, featuring a revolutionary light design.
- 1936: Harvester Red #50 is adopted for all International Harvester tractors, crawlers and power units on 1 November 1936.
- 1939: International Harvester introduces the second generation Farmall - the Letter Series - on August 9, 1939. The series included A and B (small-sized), H (middle-sized), and M (large-sized) tractors.
1940-1980
- 1943: International Harvester creates first successful spindle cotton picker. "Old Red" was mounted on a Farmall Tractor H. Both are donated for display at the Smithsonian Institution.
- 1958: The Steiger family builds their first tractor with a higher horsepower than what was then available on the market. Commercial production starts in 1963.
- 1977: The launch of the Axial Flow Combine revolutionizes the industry with its simplicity, grain quality, grain savings, crop adaptability, matched capacity and an added resale value.
1980-1990
- 1980: International Harvester produces the innovative 2+2 row crop articulated tractor, with the driver seated on the rear half of the tractor.
- 1984: Case introduces a new line of 94 series 4WD tractors, including the most powerful unit the company has ever produced, the 4994. The Model 4994 features a turbocharged V-8 with manufacturer's rating of 400 gross engine horsepower.
- 1985: The legacies of J.I. Case and Cyrus McCormick are united in one brand: Case IH. The new organization becomes the second largest farm equipment manufacturer, and the combination provides a broadened product line and a greatly expanded dealer organization.
- 1986: Steiger joins the growing Case IH offering. In 1988, the first red 9100 series Case IH Steiger tractors are produced although green Steigers are still made until 1989.
- 1987: Case IH launches the Magnum tractor – the first all-new machine to come from the combined engineering of Case and International Harvester.
- 1989: Case IH introduces the Maxxum tractor, a powerful, versatile and economical multi-purpose tractor which stands out for its performance, maneuverability and serviceability.
1990-2000
- 1992: Case IH celebrates its 150th anniversary serving the agriculture industry.
- 1995: Case IH introduces AFS Advanced Farming Systems. The system allows farmers to maximize productivity by monitoring yields with satellite technology, an innovative solution for its time.
- 1995: Case IH adds the innovative Austoft sugar cane harvester to its line which improves the efficiency and safety of harvesting cane.
- 1996: The amazing Steiger Quadtrac tractor is introduced. The 360-horsepower vehicle has four separate tracks that reduce ground compaction and increase traction.
- 1998: Case IH expands its presence in the application equipment market with the addition of sprayers.
- 1998: Business Week magazine names the Case IH MX Series Magnum tractor new product of the year, in its 10th anniversary year.
2000-2010
- 2003: The company announces the return of the Farmall brand name with introduction of the new D and DX series tractors.
- 2006: Case IH announces the Case IH Module Express 625 which is the first commercial cotton picker with the ability to build modules while harvesting.
- 2009: Case IH launches continuously variable transmission (CVT) technology on tractors. The CVT automatically adjusts to constantly deliver the best possible balance of power and fuel efficiency at field speeds when operators need it most.
2010-2020
- 2010: Case IH ships world's first tractor meeting new the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Tier 4 Interim/European Union Stage III emissions requirements for agricultural equipment. The engine in the new Magnum Series tractor uses Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) to reduce particulate matter and nitrogen oxides in emissions while actually boosting power, and improving fuel efficiency and durability.
- 2012: Case IH celebrates 25 years of the Magnum tractor.
- 2013: Case IH celebrates the 90 year anniversary of the introduction of the Farmall tractor, and the change in agriculture industry that resulted from it.
- 2013: Case IH introduces the first two-row sugarcane harvester with variable row-spacing, offering huge advantages in flexibility and harvesting speed.
- 2014: The Case IH Steiger tractor is voted “Machine of the Year XXL 2014” at Agritechnica in Hanover, Germany.
2010-2020, Continued
- 2015: The Case IH Magnum tractor is voted 2015 Tractor of the Year at EIMA 2014 in Bologna and the Magnum Rowtrac is introduced. Following this success, the Magnum was awarded “Machine of the Year 2015” at SIMA in Paris.
- 2016: Autonomous Concept Vehicle Case IH unveiles the Autonomous Concept Vehicle at the Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa. The concept vehicle is a cabless Case IH row crop tractor that can operate autonomously with a wide range of field implements.
- 2017: Anniversary 175 years Case IH celebrates the 175th anniversary of its foundation as an agricultural equipment business. 2017 marks a series of significant product introductions that reflect many years of quality, perseverance and progress.
- 2018: Case IH introduces Advanced Trailer Brake Case IH introduces the new Advanced Trailer Brake System which represents a major advance in tractor safety and stability. It can now be specified as an option on Puma 185, 200, 220 and 240 CVX models.
2020-Today
- 2020: Introduction AFS Connect Case IH launches AFS Connect, an Advanced Farming System technology that lets you remotely monitor and manage your farm, fleet and data, allowing you to optimise your performance, productivity and flexibility.
- 2021: The new Optum AFS Connect: more comfort and connectivity make work easier for drivers Case IH introduces the new Optum AFS Connect powered by the latest telematics applications for maximum performance, efficiency and reliability.
- 2022: Anniversaries 25 years Case IH celebrates three anniversaries: 25 years of the Quadtrac tractors - the most powerful series production tractors in the world, 35 years of the Magnum tractors – the first choice of large scale farmers and contractors who demand the best, and 45 years of the Axial-Flow harvesting range - the speed and efficiency that farmers demand for a successful harvest.
Case IH Through the Years
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