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International Harvester 784

The International Harvester 784 is a utility tractor that was made from 1977 to 1984. It's a strong and reliable machine, perfect for many farm jobs. This tractor has a 4x2 2WD chassis and hydraulic power steering, making it easy to control. The 784 is powered by a 4-cylinder diesel engine made by International Harvester. This engine is liquid-cooled and has above average displacement at 246 cubic inches. It can produce 67.5 horsepower, which is above average for tractors of its time. The tractor has a syncromesh transmission with 8 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. It also has a three-point hitch at the back, which can lift up to 3,594 pounds - a very high capacity for its class. This tractor is built tough, weighing 5,952 pounds. It has an open operator station with a roll-over protection system (ROPS) for safety. The 784 comes with both 540 and 1000 rpm power take-off (PTO) speeds, making it versatile for various implements. It also has an open center hydraulic system and independent hydraulic wet disc brakes. Farmers will appreciate features like position and draft control, and the option to add a canopy for shade.

ManufacturerInternational HarvesterPower67.5 hpEngine4-cylTransSyncromesh with dry disc clutch
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Quick specs

Category
Utility
Engine Power Output
68hp
Operating Weight
5,952 lb
Transmission
Syncromesh with dry disc clutch
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How the 784 compares

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Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Utility tractors

67.5 hp · 61st

This model

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

The 784 ranks at the 61st percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.

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About the International Harvester 784

The International Harvester 784 is a utility tractor that was made from 1977 to 1984. It's a strong and reliable machine, perfect for many farm jobs. This tractor has a 4x2 2WD chassis and hydraulic power steering, making it easy to control. The 784 is powered by a 4-cylinder diesel engine made by International Harvester. This engine is liquid-cooled and has above average displacement at 246 cubic inches. It can produce 67.5 horsepower, which is above average for tractors of its time. The tractor has a syncromesh transmission with 8 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. It also has a three-point hitch at the back, which can lift up to 3,594 pounds - a very high capacity for its class. This tractor is built tough, weighing 5,952 pounds. It has an open operator station with a roll-over protection system (ROPS) for safety. The 784 comes with both 540 and 1000 rpm power take-off (PTO) speeds, making it versatile for various implements. It also has an open center hydraulic system and independent hydraulic wet disc brakes. Farmers will appreciate features like position and draft control, and the option to add a canopy for shade.

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Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerInternational Harvester
Model784
CategoryUtility tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built1977–1984
Operating weight5,952lb

Engine

MakeInternational Harvester
ModelD246
Power67.5hp
Cylinders4
Displacement246ci
Bore3.94in
Stroke5.08in

Transmission

TypeSyncromesh with dry disc clutch
Forward gears8
Reverse gears4

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
SteeringHydraulic power
BrakesIndependent hydraulic wet disc
CabOpen operator station with ROPS

Hydraulics

TypeOpen center

Power take-off

Rear PTOIndependent
PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Length141.7in
Width73.6in
Height63in
Operating weight5,952lb

Capacities

Cooling system3.59gal

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784 vs. Utility median

How the International Harvester 784 compares to other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power67.5 hp55 hp+23%61st
Engine Displacement246 ci183 ci+34%69th
Cylinders44at median50th
Forward Gears812-33%23rd
Operating Weight5,952 lb5,303 lb+12%56th
Length142 in137 in+4%57th
Width73.6 in66 in+12%68th
Height63 in94.1 in-33%12th
3-Point Hitch Capacity3,594 lb3,197 lb+12%59th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 1,083–5,720 models).

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Common questions

What years was the International Harvester 784 manufactured?

Production of the International Harvester 784 ran from 1977 through 1984.

What type of transmission does the International Harvester 784 have?

The International Harvester 784 uses a Syncromesh with dry disc clutch transmission offering 8 forward gears.

What type of hydraulic system does the International Harvester 784 use?

Hydraulics on the International Harvester 784 are Open center.

What hitch category is the International Harvester 784?

The International Harvester 784 uses a Category II hitch with a lift capacity of 3,594 lb.

How powerful is the International Harvester 784?

The International Harvester 784 has an engine power output of 67.5 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 246 ci.

What is the working weight of the International Harvester 784?

The operating weight of the International Harvester 784 is approximately 5,952 lb.

What routine service does the International Harvester 784 need?

Regular maintenance for the International Harvester 784 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.