Farmall 1456
The Farmall 1456 is a tractor produced by Farmall. It is equipped with a 406.9 ci 6.7 L engine. The listed engine power is 131.1 hp 97.8 kW. Transmission: Torque Amplifier. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 12,800 lbs 5806 kg.
Engine Power
131.1 hp
97.8 kW
Drive & Traction
4x2 2WD
Fuel & Capacities
42 gal
159.0 L
Transmission
Torque Amplifier
Operating Weight
12,800 lbs
5806 kg
Overview
 | 1969 - 1971
56 SeriesStandard-tread tractor
56 Series
Standard-tread tractor |
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Series map: 1456144.4hp*1256↓ 1967-1969*Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Farmall model 1456 is the same as the International Harvester 1456. The following data is from the 1456 listing. |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Farmall (a part of International Harvester) |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Total built | 294 (IH/wheatland) |
5,592 (Farmall/row-crop) | |
Original price | $12,400 (1971) |
Farmall 1456 Engine | |
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International Harvester 6.7L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 42 gal
159.0 L |
40 gal (optional auxiliary tank)
151.4 L | |
Engine details ...  | |
Farmall 1456 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 130 hp
96.9 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 114.69 hp
85.5 kW |
PTO (tested) | 131.1 hp
97.8 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x2 2WD |
4x4 MFWD 4WD optional | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Independent hydraulic dry disc brakes | |
Cab optional with heat and A/C | |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 12 gpm
45.4 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 3/2 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 105 inches
266 cm |
Weight | 12,800 lbs
5806 kg |
Front tire | 11L-15 |
Rear tire | 18.4-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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Spring 1971 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
Farm Equipment Reference Catalog published in 1970, by International Harvester |
Engine
Series map: 1456144.4hp*1256↓ 1967-1969*Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Farmall model 1456 is the same as the International Harvester 1456. The following data is from the 1456 listing. |
Engine Detail — 406.9 ci / 6.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester DT407 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 406.9 ci
6.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.321x4.625 inches
110 x 117 mm |
Air cleaner | dual dry elements |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 13 qts
12.3 L |
Coolant capacity | 24 qts
22.7 L |
Transmission
Series map: 1456144.4hp*1256↓ 1967-1969*Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Farmall model 1456 is the same as the International Harvester 1456. The following data is from the 1456 listing. |
Transmission options | |
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8-speed | |
16-speed partial power shift |
Transmission — gear
Transmission | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Oil capacity | 88 qts
83.3 L |
With 18.4-39 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — Torque Amplifier
Transmission | Torque Amplifier |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Oil capacity | 88 qts
83.3 L |
With 18.4-39 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Series map: 1456144.4hp*1256↓ 1967-1969*Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Farmall model 1456 is the same as the International Harvester 1456. The following data is from the 1456 listing. |
Farmall 1456 Tires | |
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Ag front | 11L-15 |
Ag rear | 18.4-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 105 inches
266 cm |
Length | 164 inches
416 cm |
Height | 86 inches (steering wheel)
218 cm |
Operating weight | 12,800 lbs
5806 kg |
Ballasted weight | 17,350 lbs
7869 kg |
Tests
Series map: 1456144.4hp*1256↓ 1967-1969*Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Note: the Farmall model 1456 is the same as the International Harvester 1456. The following data is from the 1456 listing. |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1048 | |
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Diesel
June 8 - 27, 1970 | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 131.1 hp
97.8 kW |
Fuel use | 8.3 gal/hour
31.4 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 127.27 hp
94.9 kW |
Fuel use | 7.6 gal/hour
28.8 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 114.69 hp
85.5 kW |
Fuel use | 8.5 gal/hour
32.2 l/hour |
Photos
Farmall 1456 with cab.
Farmall 1456 with cab.
Farmall 1456 with cab.
Farmall 1456 with cab.
Gold Demonstrator Farmall 1456 with four-wheel drive
Open station Farmall 1456.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Farmall 1456 based on its 131.1 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm) | Heavy Duty | Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼 | Heavy Duty | Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机 | Commercial / Field Scale | Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机 | Heavy Duty | High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Farmall 1456.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.2 hrs
Approximately 6.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (42 gal / 159 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~6.8 gal/hr (25.8 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Farmall 1456 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Farmall 1456.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)131.1 hp
Kilowatts (kW)97.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)132.9 PS
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