Brand siblingCrawler
International Harvester BTD-20
The International Harvester BTD-20 is a powerful tractor built for tough jobs. It has a big diesel engine made by Rolls-Royce. This engine has 6 cylinders and can hold 742.6 cubic inches. It's cooled by liquid to keep it running smoothly. This tractor is big and strong. It's 165.1 inches long, 94 inches wide, and 89.7 inches tall. It weighs a lot too - 30,300 pounds! The BTD-20 has a gear transmission with 6 forward gears and 6 reverse gears. This helps the driver change speeds easily. It starts up with an electric starter, which is easy to use. The engine is very strong, with 480 lb-ft of torque at 1150 RPM. This means it can pull heavy loads without trouble.
ManufacturerInternational HarvesterEngine6-cylTransGear
Quick specs
- Category
- Crawler
- Operating Weight
- 30,300 lb
- Transmission
- Gear
Overview
About the International Harvester BTD-20
The International Harvester BTD-20 is a powerful tractor built for tough jobs. It has a big diesel engine made by Rolls-Royce. This engine has 6 cylinders and can hold 742.6 cubic inches. It's cooled by liquid to keep it running smoothly. This tractor is big and strong. It's 165.1 inches long, 94 inches wide, and 89.7 inches tall. It weighs a lot too - 30,300 pounds! The BTD-20 has a gear transmission with 6 forward gears and 6 reverse gears. This helps the driver change speeds easily. It starts up with an electric starter, which is easy to use. The engine is very strong, with 480 lb-ft of torque at 1150 RPM. This means it can pull heavy loads without trouble.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | International Harvester |
|---|---|
| Model | BTD-20 |
| Category | Crawler tractor |
| Operating weight | 30,300lb |
Engine
| Make | Rolls-Royce |
|---|---|
| Model | C6N |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 742.6ci |
| Bore | 5.13in |
| Stroke | 6in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 6 |
| Reverse gears | 6 |
Dimensions
| Length | 165.1in |
|---|---|
| Width | 94in |
| Height | 89.7in |
| Operating weight | 30,300lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 10.8gal |
|---|
Head to head
BTD-20 vs. Crawler median
How the International Harvester BTD-20 compares to other Crawler tractors
| Spec | This model | Crawler median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Displacement | 743 ci | 468 ci | +59% | 76th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 6 | 10 | -40% | 34th |
| Operating Weight | 30,300 lb | 23,320 lb | +30% | 66th |
| Length | 165 in | 146 in | +13% | 58th |
| Width | 94 in | 79.5 in | +18% | 60th |
| Height | 89.7 in | 90.6 in | -1% | 49th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the crawler tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 134–192 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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| International Harvester TD-20 200 | 134 hp | 32,485 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How many cylinders does the International Harvester BTD-20 have?
The International Harvester BTD-20 runs a 6-cylinder engine with a displacement of 742.6 ci.
Which transmission does the International Harvester BTD-20 use?
The International Harvester BTD-20 is equipped with a Gear transmission with 6 forward gears.
What is the operating weight of the International Harvester BTD-20?
In working trim, the International Harvester BTD-20 comes in at roughly 30,300 lb.
How do I maintain a International Harvester BTD-20?
Routine service for the International Harvester BTD-20 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.