International Harvester 600 Specs
Overview
The International Harvester 600 is a standard-tread farm tractor featuring a heavy 6,700-pound build and a versatile 5-speed sliding gear transmission. Manufactured in Melrose Park, Illinois, this model offers multiple fuel configurations including gasoline, diesel, and LP gas for its 5.7L four-cylinder engine.
Ideal Applications
High-Traction Field Work:
With a substantial operating weight of 6,700 lbs and 14-34 rear tires, this tractor is built for stable performance in standard-tread agricultural applications.
PTO-Driven Implements:
The unit provides a claimed 52 hp at the PTO and features a 540 RPM rear transmission PTO, making it suitable for a variety of belt and shaft-driven machinery.
General Utility Tasks:
Equipped with the Hydra-Touch hydraulic system and a single valve, this open-station tractor can manage basic hydraulic implements for routine farm operations.
Production
| Description | Standard-tread tractor / Built in Melrose Park, Illinois, USA |
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| Manufacturer | International Harvester |
| Original price | $4,200 (1957) |
Engine
| Bore/Stroke | 4.50x5.50 inches (114 x 140 mm) / 4.50x5.50 inches (114 x 140 mm) / 4.50x5.50 inches (114 x 140 mm) |
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| Description | International Harvester C-350 / gasoline / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled / International Harvester / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled / International Harvester / LP gas / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 350 ci (5.7 L) / 350 ci (5.7 L) / 350 ci (5.7 L) |
| Rated RPM | 1500 |
| Engine type | International Harvester 5.7L 4-cyl gasoline / International Harvester 5.7L 4-cyl diesel / International Harvester 5.7L 4-cyl LP gas |
| Engine type | International Harvester 5.7L 4-cyl gasoline / International Harvester 5.7L 4-cyl diesel / International Harvester 5.7L 4-cyl LP gas |
| PTO (claimed) | 52 hp (38.8 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
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| Transmission | sliding gear |
| Transmission type | 5-speed |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
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| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
| Steering | manual |
Hydraulics
| Type | Hydra-Touch |
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| Valves | 1 |
PTO
| Rear PTO | transmission |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires
| Weight | 6700 lbs (3039 kg) |
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| Front tire | 7.50-18 |
| Rear tire | 14-34 |
| Weight | 6700 lbs (3039 kg) |
| Ag front | 7.50-18 |
| Ag rear | 14-34 |
600 Serial Number Location
| Description | Right side of engine compartment, above belt pulley. |
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600 Serial Numbers
| 1956 | 501 |
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| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |