Farmall D-217
The Farmall D-217 is a tractor produced by Farmall. It is equipped with a 74.3 ci 1.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 2350 lbs 1065 kg.
Overview
 | 1956 - 1962
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Farmall (a part of International Harvester) |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Neuss, Germany | |
Total built | 10,145 |
Variants | |
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IH D-217 | standard chassis |
Farmall D-217 | row-crop chassis |
Farmall D-217 Engine | |
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International Harvester 1.2L 2-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 7.1 gal
26.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Farmall D-217 Transmission | |
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6-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Farmall D-217 Power | |
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Engine | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Open operator station. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 2350 lbs
1065 kg |
Front tire | 4.50x16 |
Rear tire | 8x24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Belt Pulley | |
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Diameter | 9.5 inches
24 cm |
Width | 6.375 inches
16 cm |
RPM | 1395 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 74.3 ci / 1.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester DD-74 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 74.3 ci
1.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.437x4.00 inches
87 x 102 mm |
Power | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Compression | 19:1 |
Rated RPM | 1900 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 3.3 qts
3.1 L |
Coolant capacity | 10.6 qts
10.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 6 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Farmall D-217 Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.50x16 |
Ag rear | 8x24 |
Ag front | 4.50x16 |
4.00x19 | |
Ag rear | 9x24 |
8x32 | |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 99.5 inches
252 cm |
Width | 62.5 inches
158 cm |
Height | 61.5 inches
156 cm |
Weight | 2350 lbs
1065 kg |
Ground clearance | 15 inches
38 cm |
Front tread | 49.25 to 67 inches
125 to 170 cm |
Rear tread | 49.25 to 67 inches
125 to 170 cm |
Photos
Farmall D-217
Farmall D-217
McCormick-International Farmall D-217.
McCormick-International Farmall D-217.
McCormick-International Farmall D-217.
McCormick-International Farmall D-217.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Farmall D-217 based on its 17 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Farmall D-217.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8 hrs
Approximately 8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.1 gal / 26.9 L).
Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission & Hydraulic System
Engine Cooling System
Farmall D-217 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Farmall D-217.
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