International Harvester 1056
The International Harvester 1056 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 358 ci 5.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 105 hp / 78.3 kW. Transmission: IH-Synchron. Operating weight: 9017 to 10626 pounds.
Overview
![]() | 1982 - 1985
56XL SeriesRow-Crop tractor
56XL Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Neuss, Germany | |
Variants | |
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1056XL | deluxe cab |
International Harvester 1056 Engine | |
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International Harvester 5.9L 6-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
International Harvester 1056 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 105 hp
78.3 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 92 hp
68.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Four-post ROPS. Standard cab and deluxe XL cab optional. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 37 gal
140.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 12.2 gal
46.2 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 12.2 gal
46.2 L |
Pressure | 2346 psi
161.8 bar |
Pump flow | 11.1 gpm
42.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 9171 lbs
4159 kg |
11023 lbsOptOptional
5000 kg | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | 310mm dry disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Engine RPM | 540@1920 |
1000@2000 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 103.4 inches
262 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 101.9 inches
258 cm |
Weight | 9017 to 10626 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-18 |
2WD Rear tire | 18.4R34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 55 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 143 |
References | |
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International 1056 1056XL published by International Harvester | |
International 1056XL published by International Harvester | |
956XL - 1056XL published by International Harvester |
Engine
Engine Detail — 358 ci / 5.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester D-358 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 358 ci
5.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.0625 inches
98 x 129 mm |
Power (net) | 105 hp
78.3 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Torque | 267 lb-ft
362.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 12.7 qts
12.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 25.4 qts
24.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed | |
16-speed two-speed power shift |
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 310mm dry disc |
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Transmission — IH-Synchron
Transmission | IH-Synchron |
Type | two-speed power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Clutch | 310mm cerametallic disc |
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Dimensions
International Harvester 1056 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 18.4R34 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 103.4 inches
262 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 101.9 inches
258 cm |
2WD Length | 165 inches
419 cm |
4WD Length | 167.7 inches
425 cm |
Width | 91 inches
231 cm |
Clearance (front axle) | 20.1 inches
51 cm |
Clearance (rear axle) | 30.1 inches
76 cm |
2WD Front tread | 59 to 71 inches
149 to 180 cm |
4WD Front tread | 64 to 75 inches
162 to 190 cm |
Rear tread | 67 to 87 inches
170 to 220 cm |
International Harvester 1056 Weight | |
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2WD ROPS | 9017 lbs
4090 kg |
2WD Cab | 9458 lbs
4290 kg |
4WD Cab | 10626 lbs
4819 kg |
International Harvester 1056 Height | |
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ROPS | 103.1 inches
261 cm |
Cab | 109.4 inches
277 cm |
Exhaust | 109 inches
276 cm |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 1056 based on its 105 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 | 10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙 | Heavy Duty | Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble. |
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. |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for International Harvester 1056.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.8 hrs
Approximately 6.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (37 gal / 140.1 L).
Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission & Hydraulic System
Engine Cooling System
International Harvester 1056 Specification Unit Converter
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