Farmall 560
The Farmall 560 is a tractor produced by Farmall. It is equipped with a 263 ci 4.3 L engine. The listed engine power is 63.03 hp 47.0 kW. Transmission: Torque Amplifier. Operating weight: 6563 to 6785 pounds.
Engine Power
63.03 hp
47.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
33 gal
124.9 L
Transmission
Torque Amplifier
Operating Weight
6563 to 6785 pounds
Overview
 | 1958 - 1963
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Farmall (a part of International Harvester) |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Total built | 65,982 |
Original price | $5,500 (1963) |
The Farmall 560 experienced problems due to the final drive not being strong enough to handle the power of the engine. An entirely new rear end was offered by International in mid 1959, and the company sponsored a massive replacement program. | |
Variants | |
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IH 560 | standard-tread |
Hi-Clear | high-crop |
Farmall 560 Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 54.8 hp
40.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 59.48 hp
44.4 kW |
Plows | 5 |
Drawbar (tested) | 53.12 hp
39.6 kW |
PTO (tested) | 63.03 hp
47.0 kW |
Belt (tested) | 60.11 hp
44.8 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual rack-and-pinion |
hydrostatic power optional | |
Independent mechanical disc brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 33 gal
124.9 L |
37 gal (LP)
140.0 L | |
Hydraulic system | 16 gal
60.6 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 16 gal
60.6 L |
Valves | 1 to 3 |
Pump flow | 12 gpm
45.4 lpm |
17 gpmOptOptional
64.3 lpm | |
Steering flow | 2.5 gpm
9.5 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | IH Fast Hitch |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 96 inches
243 cm |
100 inches (Hi-Clear)
254 cm | |
Weight | 6563 to 6785 pounds |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Rear tire | 12.4-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Belt Pulley | |
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Diameter | 11 inches
27 cm |
Width | 7.5 inches
19 cm |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | generator |
Charging amps | 20 |
Batteries | 1 (gas) |
2 (diesel) | |
Battery volts | 12 (gas) |
6 (diesel) | |
References | |
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A Corporate Tragedy - The Agony of International Harvester Company by Barbara Marsh | |
Farm Loaders published in 1962, by International Harvester | |
Farm Loaders published in 1965, by International Harvester | |
Farm Loaders published in 1970, by International Harvester | |
Operator's Manual Farmall 460 Diesel, 560 Diesel and International 560 Diesel Tractors (1014077R1) published in 1959 | |
Operator's Manual Farmall 460, 560 and International 560 (1 014 051 R1) published in 1958 | |
McCormick Farmall 560 Tractor published in 1958, by International Harvester | |
Elwood Front Wheel Drive published in 1963, by International Harvester | |
Direct-Start Diesel Tractors published in 1958, by International Harvester |
Engine
Engine options | |
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International Harvester 4.6L 6-cyl diesel | |
International Harvester 4.3L 6-cyl gasoline | |
International Harvester 4.3L 6-cyl LP gas |
Engine Detail — 281.3 ci / 4.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester D-282 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical I-head |
Displacement | 281.3 ci
4.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.6875x4.3906 inches
94 x 112 mm |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 18.2:1 |
Rated RPM | 1800 |
Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 9 qts
8.5 L |
Coolant capacity | 16 qts
15.1 L |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.027 inches (hot)
0.686 mm |
Engine Detail — 263 ci / 4.3 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | International Harvester C-263 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical I-head |
Displacement | 263 ci
4.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.5625x4.3906 inches
90 x 112 mm |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 7.2:1 |
Rated RPM | 1800 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Engine Detail — 263 ci / 4.3 L LP Gas
Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Fuel Type | LP gas |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical I-head |
Displacement | 263 ci
4.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.5625x4.3906 inches
90 x 112 mm |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 8.75:1 |
Rated RPM | 1800 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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5-speed sliding gear | |
10-speed partial power shift |
Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse sliding gear
Type | sliding gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Oil capacity | 64 qts
60.6 L |
Tractor must be stopped and clutch used to shift gears. | |
With 13.6-38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — Torque Amplifier
Transmission | Torque Amplifier |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 10 forward and 2 reverse |
Oil capacity | 64 qts
60.6 L |
The Torque Amplifier (TA) allows a clutchless shift-on-the-move underspeed for any gear. With the TA lever forward, the TA is disengaged and the transmission is in direct drive (DD) mode. To engage the TA, the lever should be pulled quickly and smoothly to the rear. The TA on the 560 will free-wheel, so it should be disengaged when going downhill or towing the tractor to start it. | |
With 16.6-38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Farmall 560 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-16 |
6.00-20 (Hi-Clear) | |
Ag rear | 12.4-38 |
Ag rear | 13.6-38 |
15.5-38 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 96 inches
243 cm |
100 inches (Hi-Clear)
254 cm | |
Length | 141 inches
358 cm |
155 inches (Hi-Clear)
393 cm | |
Width | 85 inches (min)
215 cm |
88 inches (Hi-Clear max)
223 cm | |
107 inches (max)
271 cm | |
Height (steering wheel) | 88 inches
223 cm |
107 inches (Hi-Clear)
271 cm | |
Bar rear axle | 2.75 inch diameter
69 mm |
Farmall 560 Weight | |
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Operating | 6,563 lbs (gas)
2976 kg |
6,785 lbs (diesel)
3077 kg | |
Ballasted | 9,460 lbs
4291 kg |
Tests
Tractor Tests | |
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NTTL 669: diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD | |
NTTL 671: gasoline Torque Amplifier 2WD | |
NTTL 675: LP gas Torque Amplifier 2WD |
Nebraska Tractor Test 669 | |
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Diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD
September 18 - 25, 1958
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 669 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 59.48 hp
44.4 kW |
Fuel use | 4.1 gal/hour
15.5 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 53.12 hp
39.6 kW |
Gear 3 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 7,347 lbs
3332 kg |
Gear 1 used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 671 | |
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Gasoline Torque Amplifier 2WD
September 24 - October 6, 1958
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 671 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 63.03 hp
47.0 kW |
Fuel use | 5.0 gal/hour
18.9 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 50.90 hp
38.0 kW |
Gear 3 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 7,588 lbs
3441 kg |
Gear 1-TA used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 675 | |
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LP gas Torque Amplifier 2WD
October 8 - 20, 1958
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 675 file | |
Belt power (max) | 60.11 hp
44.8 kW |
Belt fuel use (max) | 6.5 gal/hour
24.6 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 43.96 hp
32.8 kW |
Fuel use | 5.1 gal/hour
19.3 l/hour |
Max pull | 7,524 lbs
3412 kg |
Gear 1-TA used for pull test. | |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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International Harvester 2001 loader | |
International Harvester 2000 loader |
Photos
Farmall 560 with gas engine and tricycle front.
Farmall 560 with diesel engine and wide front.
Farmall 560 with LP-gas engine
Rear of Farmall 560 with IH Fast-Hitch.
Farmall 560 operator station and controls.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Farmall 560 based on its 63.03 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 | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 560.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.1 hrs
Approximately 10.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (33 gal / 124.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.3 gal/hr (12.4 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 560 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Farmall 560.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)63 hp
Kilowatts (kW)47 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)63.9 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Engine Power:63.03 hp
47.0 kW
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