International Harvester 453 Specs ( 1971-1975 )
Overview
Built in Neuss, Germany, the International Harvester 453 is a reliable utility farm tractor featuring a 44.4 hp three-cylinder diesel engine. With over 12,000 units produced between 1971 and 1975, this model offers versatility through its adjustable tread widths and multiple transmission configurations, including a 16-speed power shift option.
Ideal Applications
Heavy Lifting:
Utilize the rear Type II/I hitch with a lift capacity of 3,880 lbs to handle a wide range of mounted implements and heavy farm equipment.
Versatile Field Operations:
The adjustable front and rear tread widths, combined with 15.6 inches of ground clearance, allow the tractor to be configured for various row spacings and field conditions.
PTO-Driven Tasks:
The 540 RPM rear PTO, which reaches standard speed at 1780 engine RPM, is powered by a 154.6 ci liquid-cooled engine, making it suitable for consistent stationary or mobile power applications.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Neuss, Germany |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | International Harvester |
| Total built | 12,756 |
Engine
| Engine type | International Harvester 2.5L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal (60.2 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.87x4.37 inches (98 x 111 mm) |
| Compression | 16:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 13.7 qts (13.0 L) |
| Description | International Harvester D-155 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled inline |
| Displacement | 154.6 ci (2.5 L) |
| Power | 44.4 hp (33.1 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse / 16 forward and 4 reverse |
|---|---|
| Type | gear / two-speed power shift |
| Transmission type | 8-speed gear / 16-speed two-speed power shift |
| Transmission type | 8-speed gear / 16-speed two-speed power shift |
Mechanical
| Description | Four-post ROPS. |
|---|---|
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
Hitch
| Rear lift | 3880 lbs (1759 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | II/I |
PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@1780 |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Front tread | 48.5 to 73.6 inches (123 to 186 cm) |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 15.6 inches (39 cm) |
| Height | 91.3 inches (231 cm) |
| Length | 121.6 inches (308 cm) |
| Rear tread | 52.2 to 76.9 inches (132 to 195 cm) |
| Weight | 4806 lbs (2180 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 75.6 inches (192 cm) |
| Width | 66.8 inches (169 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.50-16 |
| Rear tire | 13-28 |
| Weight | 4806 lbs (2180 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 75.6 inches (192 cm) |
| Ag front | 6.50-16 / 6.00-16 |
| Ag rear | 13-28 / 11-28 |