Farmall 544
The Farmall 544 is a tractor produced by Farmall. It is equipped with a 200 ci 3.3 L engine. The listed engine power is 55.52 hp 41.4 kW. Transmission: Torque Amplifier. Operating weight: 6100 to 7195 pounds.
Engine Power
55.52 hp
41.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
Torque Amplifier
Operating Weight
6100 to 7195 pounds
Overview
 | 1968 - 1973
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Farmall (a part of International Harvester) |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA | |
Variants | |
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IH 544 | utility tractor |
2544 | industrial tractor |
Farmall 544 Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 45.5 hp
33.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 52 hp
38.8 kW |
Plows | 4 (16-inch) |
Drawbar (tested) | 44.74 hp
33.4 kW |
PTO (tested) | 55.52 hp
41.4 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Independent mechanical disc brakes | |
Open operator station. Cab optional with heater. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | 0 to 2 |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Type | IH Fast Hitch |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 90 inches
228 cm |
Weight | 6100 to 7195 pounds |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Rear tire | 13.6-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 55 |
Gasoline Batteries | 1 |
Diesel Batteries | 2 |
Gasoline Battery volts | 12 |
Diesel Battery volts | 6 |
Gasoline Battery AH | 50 |
Diesel Battery AH | 135 |
References | |
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Farm Loaders published in 1970, by International Harvester | |
Spring 1968 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
Summer-Fall 1968 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
World Wide Farm Equipment Buyer's Guide published in 1968, by International Harvester* | |
Spring 1969 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
Spring 1970 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
Spring 1971 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
Farm Equipment Reference Catalog published in 1968, by International Harvester | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine options | |
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International Harvester 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
International Harvester 3.3L 4-cyl gasoline |
Engine Detail — 239 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester D-239 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 239 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.060 inches
98 x 129 mm |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 16:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7 qts
6.6 L |
Coolant capacity | 15 qts
14.2 L |
Engine Detail — 200 ci / 3.3 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | International Harvester C-200 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 200 ci
3.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.813x4.390 inches
97 x 112 mm |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 7.6:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7 qts
6.6 L |
Coolant capacity | 14 qts
13.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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5-speed gear | |
10-speed two-speed power shift | |
5-speed shuttle | |
hydrostatic |
Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Oil capacity | 80 qts
75.7 L |
With 13.6-38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — Torque Amplifier
Transmission | Torque Amplifier |
Type | two-speed power shift |
Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
Oil capacity | 80 qts
75.7 L |
With 13.6-38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — 5 forward and reverse shuttle
Type | shuttle |
Gears | 5 forward and reverse |
Oil capacity | 80 qts
75.7 L |
With 13.6-38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (2-range) hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
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Dimensions
Farmall 544 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 13.6-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 90 inches
228 cm |
Length | 147 inches
373 cm |
Width | 87 inches
220 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 77 inches
195 cm |
Ground clearance | 13 inches
33 cm |
Farmall 544 Weight | |
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Gasoline Shipping | 6100 lbs
2766 kg |
Diesel Shipping | 6300 lbs
2857 kg |
Operating | 7195 lbs
3263 kg |
Ballasted | 8310 lbs
3769 kg |
Tests
Tractor Tests | |
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NTTL 983: diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD | |
NTTL 984: gasoline Torque Amplifier 2WD | |
NTTL 1007: gasoline hydrostatic 2WD | |
NTTL 1029: diesel hydrostatic 2WD |
Nebraska Tractor Test 983 | |
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Diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD
September 7 - 20, 1968
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 983 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 52.95 hp
39.5 kW |
Fuel use | 3.3 gal/hour
12.5 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 49.66 hp
37.0 kW |
Fuel use | 3.0 gal/hour
11.4 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 44.56 hp
33.2 kW |
Fuel use | 3.3 gal/hour
12.5 l/hour |
Gear 3-Direct used for power test. | |
Max pull | 6,528 lbs
2961 kg |
Gear 2-TA used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 984 | |
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Gasoline Torque Amplifier 2WD
September 7 - 20, 1968
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 984 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 52.84 hp
39.4 kW |
Fuel use | 4.4 gal/hour
16.7 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 50.29 hp
37.5 kW |
Fuel use | 4.1 gal/hour
15.5 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 44.74 hp
33.4 kW |
Fuel use | 4.4 gal/hour
16.7 l/hour |
Gear 3-Direct used for power test. | |
Max pull | 6,521 lbs
2957 kg |
Gear 2-TA used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1007 | |
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Gasoline hydrostatic 2WD
April 23 - May 5, 1969
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1007 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 53.87 hp
40.2 kW |
Fuel use | 5.5 gal/hour
20.8 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 49.11 hp
36.6 kW |
Fuel use | 4.8 gal/hour
18.2 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 40.33 hp
30.1 kW |
Fuel use | 5.5 gal/hour
20.8 l/hour |
Max pull | 6,518 lbs
2956 kg |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1029 | |
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Diesel hydrostatic 2WD
November 1 - 7, 1969
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1029 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 55.52 hp
41.4 kW |
Fuel use | 4.2 gal/hour
15.9 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 50.06 hp
37.3 kW |
Fuel use | 3.5 gal/hour
13.2 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 41.58 hp
31.0 kW |
Fuel use | 4.2 gal/hour
15.9 l/hour |
Max pull | 6,579 lbs
2984 kg |
Photos
Farmall 544
Farmall 544 Gold Demonstrator
Farmall 544 with Du-All loader and Year A-Round cab.
Farmall 544 with Du-All loader and Year A-Round cab.
Farmall 544, left side.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Farmall 544 based on its 55.52 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
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 544.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.5 hrs
Approximately 1.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.2 gal / 15.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.9 gal/hr (10.9 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 544 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Farmall 544.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)55.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)41.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)56.3 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Farmall 544 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
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Farmall 544
Engine Power:55.52 hp
41.4 kW
★ Baseline Reference
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