Row Crop
Farmall 1566
The Farmall 1566 is a powerful tractor built for serious farm work. It has a strong diesel engine made by International Harvester. This engine has 6 cylinders and is turbocharged, which means it can produce a lot of power. The engine is 436 cubic inches in size and runs at 2600 rpm when working hard. This tractor has a two-speed power shift transmission with 12 forward gears and 6 reverse gears. This gives the driver lots of options for different tasks. The Farmall 1566 is heavy, weighing 12,870 pounds, which helps it grip the ground well. It has big agricultural tires, with 11L-15 tires in front and 20.8-38 tires in back. The tractor has a three-point hitch in the rear, which is great for attaching different farm tools. It also has an open center hydraulic system to power those tools. The driver sits in an open station, which means there's no cab around them.
ManufacturerFarmallEngine6-cylTransTwo-speed power shift
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Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Operating Weight
- 12,870 lb
- Transmission
- Two-speed power shift
Overview
About the Farmall 1566
The Farmall 1566 is a powerful tractor built for serious farm work. It has a strong diesel engine made by International Harvester. This engine has 6 cylinders and is turbocharged, which means it can produce a lot of power. The engine is 436 cubic inches in size and runs at 2600 rpm when working hard. This tractor has a two-speed power shift transmission with 12 forward gears and 6 reverse gears. This gives the driver lots of options for different tasks. The Farmall 1566 is heavy, weighing 12,870 pounds, which helps it grip the ground well. It has big agricultural tires, with 11L-15 tires in front and 20.8-38 tires in back. The tractor has a three-point hitch in the rear, which is great for attaching different farm tools. It also has an open center hydraulic system to power those tools. The driver sits in an open station, which means there's no cab around them.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Farmall |
|---|---|
| Model | 1566 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Operating weight | 12,870lb |
Engine
| Make | International Harvester |
|---|---|
| Model | DT-436 |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 436ci |
| Bore | 4.3in |
| Stroke | 5in |
Transmission
| Type | Two-speed power shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 12 |
| Reverse gears | 6 |
Chassis & drive
| Cab | Open |
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Hydraulics
| Type | Open Center |
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Dimensions
| Operating weight | 12,870lb |
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Capacities
| Cooling system | 6.5gal |
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Head to head
1566 vs. Row Crop median
How the Farmall 1566 compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Displacement | 436 ci | 391 ci | +12% | 75th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 12 | 16 | -25% | 27th |
| Operating Weight | 12,870 lb | 12,307 lb | +5% | 54th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 1,200–1,417 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Farmall 130 | — | 2,800 lb | 1956–1958 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What engine configuration does the Farmall 1566 use?
The Farmall 1566 is equipped with a 6-cylinder engine displacing 436 ci.
What hydraulics does the Farmall 1566 have?
The Farmall 1566 uses an Open Center hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the Farmall 1566 use?
The Farmall 1566 has a Category III three-point hitch.
What is the operating weight of the Farmall 1566?
In working trim, the Farmall 1566 comes in at roughly 12,870 lb.
Which transmission does the Farmall 1566 use?
The Farmall 1566 is equipped with a Two-speed power shift transmission with 12 forward gears.
How do I maintain a Farmall 1566?
Routine service for the Farmall 1566 covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.