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International Harvester 560

The International Harvester 560 is a versatile utility tractor that was made from 1958 to 1963. It's a 2-wheel drive machine with a manual steering system and a sliding gear transmission. This tractor has 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, making it easy to use in different farm tasks. Under the hood, the 560 has a powerful 6-cylinder diesel engine made by International Harvester. The engine is liquid-cooled and has a very high displacement of 281 cubic inches. It can produce 72.5 horsepower, which is above average for tractors of its time. The tractor weighs 6,563 pounds, making it sturdy and stable for farm work. It has agricultural tires on both front and rear, perfect for field use. The 560 also features an independent PTO that runs at 540 rpm, useful for powering various farm implements.

ManufacturerInternational HarvesterPower72.5 hpEngine6-cylTransSliding gear
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Quick specs

Category
Utility
Engine Power Output
73hp
Operating Weight
6,563 lb
Transmission
Sliding gear
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At a glance

How the 560 compares

vs. Utility median

Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Utility tractors

72.5 hp · 65th

This model

9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383

The 560 ranks at the 65th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.

Overview

About the International Harvester 560

The International Harvester 560 is a versatile utility tractor that was made from 1958 to 1963. It's a 2-wheel drive machine with a manual steering system and a sliding gear transmission. This tractor has 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, making it easy to use in different farm tasks. Under the hood, the 560 has a powerful 6-cylinder diesel engine made by International Harvester. The engine is liquid-cooled and has a very high displacement of 281 cubic inches. It can produce 72.5 horsepower, which is above average for tractors of its time. The tractor weighs 6,563 pounds, making it sturdy and stable for farm work. It has agricultural tires on both front and rear, perfect for field use. The 560 also features an independent PTO that runs at 540 rpm, useful for powering various farm implements.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerInternational Harvester
Model560
CategoryUtility tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built1958–1963
Operating weight6,563lb

Engine

MakeInternational Harvester
ModelD282
Power72.5hp
Cylinders6
Displacement281ci
Bore3.69in
Stroke4.39in

Transmission

TypeSliding gear
Forward gears5
Reverse gears1

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringManual
BrakesIndependent mechanical disc
CabOpen

Power take-off

Rear PTOIndependent
PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Length146in
Width85.8in
Height86in
Operating weight6,563lb

Capacities

Cooling system5.78gal

Head to head

560 vs. Utility median

How the International Harvester 560 compares to other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power72.5 hp55 hp+32%65th
Engine Displacement281 ci183 ci+53%82nd
Cylinders64+50%93rd
Forward Gears512-58%6th
Operating Weight6,563 lb5,303 lb+24%62nd
Length146 in137 in+7%62nd
Width85.8 in66 in+30%89th
Height86 in94.1 in-9%34th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,9335,720 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

When was the International Harvester 560 in production?

International Harvester 560 production started in 1958 and ended in 1963.

How much horsepower does the International Harvester 560 have?

The International Harvester 560 produces 72.5 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 281 ci.

How much does the International Harvester 560 weigh?

The International Harvester 560 weighs about 6,563 lb in operating condition.

What transmission is in the International Harvester 560?

Transmission on the International Harvester 560 is Sliding gear, with 5 forward speeds.

What maintenance does the International Harvester 560 require?

Like any tractor, the International Harvester 560 needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.