The CaseIH Farmall 45A is a utility tractor designed for various farm tasks. It has a 2WD drive system and hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control. The tractor uses a synchronized shuttle transmission with 8 forward and 8 reverse gears, giving the driver plenty of options for different jobs.
Under the hood, the Farmall 45A has a 4-cylinder diesel engine made by ISM. The engine is liquid-cooled and has a displacement of 135 ci, which is below average for tractors in its class. It produces 45 hp at 2700 rpm, which is an average power output but a very high rpm rating. The tractor weighs 3527 lb, which is on the lighter side for utility tractors. It measures 66.1 inches wide and 93.9 inches tall, making it compact enough for various farm applications. The Farmall 45A uses agricultural tires and has an open center hydraulic system with a fixed displacement gear pump.