International Harvester 1255 Specs ( 1979-1985 )
Overview
The International Harvester 1255 is a German-built four-wheel drive farm tractor powered by a 125 hp turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel engine. Produced between 1979 and 1985, this model features a high rear lift capacity of 10,143 lbs and versatile transmission options to handle demanding agricultural tasks.
Ideal Applications
Heavy Lifting Operations:
With a rear lift capacity of 10,143 lbs and a weighted mass of over 12,000 lbs, this tractor is built to manage heavy three-point hitch implements and significant rear loads.
Power-Demanding Field Tasks:
The 125 hp 6-cylinder turbocharged engine combined with dual 540 and 1000 RPM PTO speeds allows for the operation of various high-power machinery and equipment.
Variable Speed Field Work:
Equipped with transmission options for either 12 or 20 forward gears, this machine provides the operator with precise control over ground speed to match specific soil or crop requirements.
Production
| Description | Built in Neuss, Germany |
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| Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Engine
| Engine type | International Harvester 5.9L 6-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 52.8 gal (199.8 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.0625 inches (98 x 129 mm) |
| Description | International Harvester / turbocharged diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 358 ci (5.9 L) |
| Power | 125 hp (93.2 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
Transmission
| Gears | 20 forward and 9 reverse / 12 forward and 5 reverse |
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| Transmission type | 20-speed / 12-speed |
| Transmission type | 20-speed / 12-speed |
Mechanical
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
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Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 13.2 gpm (50.0 lpm) |
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Hitch
| Rear lift | 10143 lbs (4600 kg) |
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PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540, 1000 |
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Dimensions & Tires
| Height | 115.75 inches (294 cm) |
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| Length | 186.61 inches (473 cm) |
| Weight | 12215 lbs (5540 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 110.24 inches (280 cm) |
| Front tire | 14.9R28 |
| Rear tire | 20.8R38 |
| Weight | 12215 lbs (5540 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 110.24 inches (280 cm) |
| Ag front | 14.9R28 |
| Ag rear | 20.8R38 |
References
| Description | Field Force published in 1981, by International Harvester |
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