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International Harvester BTD-6

The International Harvester BTD-6 is a powerful diesel tractor built for tough farm work. It has a 4-cylinder engine that makes 55 horsepower, which is plenty for most jobs. The engine is liquid-cooled to keep it running smoothly even on hot days. This tractor has a gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. It's big and strong, weighing 9,100 pounds. The BTD-6 is 104 inches long, 64 inches wide, and 60.25 inches tall. It has a 12-volt electrical system and an electric starter, making it easy to turn on. The engine can hold 45.4 quarts of coolant, which helps keep it from getting too hot. International Harvester made both the tractor and its engine, so all the parts work well together.

ManufacturerInternational HarvesterPower55 hpEngine4-cylTransGear
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International Harvester BTD-6
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Quick specs

Category
Standard Tread
Engine Power Output
55hp
Operating Weight
9,100 lb
Transmission
Gear
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How the BTD-6 compares

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Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Standard Tread tractors

55 hp · 65th

This model

12
Median 45 hp
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This modelStandard Tread tractorsMediann = 121

The BTD-6 ranks at the 65th percentile for engine power among recorded standard tread tractors.

Overview

About the International Harvester BTD-6

The International Harvester BTD-6 is a powerful diesel tractor built for tough farm work. It has a 4-cylinder engine that makes 55 horsepower, which is plenty for most jobs. The engine is liquid-cooled to keep it running smoothly even on hot days. This tractor has a gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. It's big and strong, weighing 9,100 pounds. The BTD-6 is 104 inches long, 64 inches wide, and 60.25 inches tall. It has a 12-volt electrical system and an electric starter, making it easy to turn on. The engine can hold 45.4 quarts of coolant, which helps keep it from getting too hot. International Harvester made both the tractor and its engine, so all the parts work well together.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerInternational Harvester
ModelBTD-6
CategoryStandard Tread tractor
Operating weight9,100lb

Engine

MakeInternational Harvester
ModelBD-264
Power55hp
Cylinders4
Displacement264ci
Bore4in
Stroke5.25in

Transmission

TypeGear
Forward gears5
Reverse gears1

Dimensions

Length104in
Width64in
Height60.25in
Operating weight9,100lb

Capacities

Cooling system11.35gal

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BTD-6 vs. Standard Tread median

How the International Harvester BTD-6 compares to other Standard Tread tractors

SpecThis modelStandard Tread medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power55 hp45 hp+22%65th
Engine Displacement264 ci382 ci-31%24th
Cylinders44at median50th
Forward Gears54+25%64th
Operating Weight9,100 lb6,834 lb+33%72nd
Length104 in137 in-24%4th
Width64 in72.4 in-12%22nd
Height60.3 in72.3 in-17%15th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the standard tread tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 121–367 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

How much horsepower does the International Harvester BTD-6 have?

The International Harvester BTD-6 produces 55 hp from its 4-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 264 ci.

What transmission is in the International Harvester BTD-6?

Transmission on the International Harvester BTD-6 is Gear, with 5 forward speeds.

How much does the International Harvester BTD-6 weigh?

The International Harvester BTD-6 weighs about 9,100 lb in operating condition.

What maintenance does the International Harvester BTD-6 require?

Like any tractor, the International Harvester BTD-6 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.