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International Harvester 300
The International Harvester 300 is a utility tractor that was made from 1955 to 1956. It's a 2WD tractor with a 4x2 chassis, which means it has two wheels in the front and two in the back. The tractor has a sliding gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, giving the driver good control over speed. This tractor has a gasoline engine made by International Harvester. The engine, called the C169, has 4 cylinders lined up in a row and is cooled by liquid. It has an average engine size for tractors of its time. The engine runs at 2000 rpm, which is on the lower side compared to other tractors. The 300 model weighs 4313 lb, which is about average for its class. It's 119 inches long, 65 inches wide, and 57.9 inches tall. The tractor has an open operator station, which means there's no cab, and it uses an electric starter to get the engine going.
ManufacturerInternational HarvesterEngine4-cylTransSliding gear
Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Operating Weight
- 4,313 lb
- Transmission
- Sliding gear
Overview
About the International Harvester 300
The International Harvester 300 is a utility tractor that was made from 1955 to 1956. It's a 2WD tractor with a 4x2 chassis, which means it has two wheels in the front and two in the back. The tractor has a sliding gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, giving the driver good control over speed. This tractor has a gasoline engine made by International Harvester. The engine, called the C169, has 4 cylinders lined up in a row and is cooled by liquid. It has an average engine size for tractors of its time. The engine runs at 2000 rpm, which is on the lower side compared to other tractors. The 300 model weighs 4313 lb, which is about average for its class. It's 119 inches long, 65 inches wide, and 57.9 inches tall. The tractor has an open operator station, which means there's no cab, and it uses an electric starter to get the engine going.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | International Harvester |
|---|---|
| Model | 300 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1955–1956 |
| Operating weight | 4,313lb |
Engine
| Make | International Harvester |
|---|---|
| Model | C169 |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 169ci |
| Bore | 3.54in |
| Stroke | 4.25in |
Transmission
| Type | Sliding gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 5 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical disc |
| Cab | Open operator station |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Transmission |
|---|---|
| PTO speed | 540rpm |
Dimensions
| Length | 119in |
|---|---|
| Width | 65in |
| Height | 57.9in |
| Operating weight | 4,313lb |
Tires
| Front | 5.50-16 |
|---|---|
| Rear | 10.00-28 |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 4.13gal |
|---|
Head to head
300 vs. Utility median
How the International Harvester 300 compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Displacement | 169 ci | 183 ci | -8% | 45th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 5 | 12 | -58% | 6th |
| Operating Weight | 4,313 lb | 5,303 lb | -19% | 41st |
| Length | 119 in | 137 in | -13% | 26th |
| Width | 65 in | 66 in | -2% | 48th |
| Height | 57.9 in | 94.1 in | -38% | 8th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,933–5,720 models).
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Commonly compared International Harvester tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Harvester 100 | — | 2,600 lb | — | Compare → |
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| International Harvester 1256 | 113 hp | 10,405 lb | 1967–1969 | Compare → |
| International Harvester 130 | — | 2,800 lb | — | Compare → |
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Common questions
When was the International Harvester 300 made?
The International Harvester 300 was manufactured from 1955 to 1956.
What is the operating weight of the International Harvester 300?
In working trim, the International Harvester 300 comes in at roughly 4,313 lb.
Which transmission does the International Harvester 300 use?
The International Harvester 300 is equipped with a Sliding gear transmission with 5 forward gears.
What size tires does the International Harvester 300 use?
Factory rubber for the International Harvester 300 is 5.50-16 front tires and 10.00-28 rear tires.
How many cylinders does the International Harvester 300 have?
The International Harvester 300 runs a 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 169 ci.
How do I maintain a International Harvester 300?
Routine service for the International Harvester 300 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.