International Harvester 140
The International Harvester 140 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 122.7 ci 2.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (net): 25 hp / 18.6 kW; Gasoline (gross): 28 hp / 20.9 kW. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 2700 to 3000 pounds.
Engine Power
Gasoline (net): 25 hp / 18.6 kW; Gasoline (gross): 28 hp / 20.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
11 gal
41.6 L
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
3000 lbs
1360 kg
Overview
![]() | 1958 - 1979 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Total built | 66,290 |
Original price was $8,200 in 1979 | |
The International 140 began as the industrial version of the Farmall 140. Industrial tractors had heavier front axles and foot-operated throttles, among other options. As the Farmall and International brands were merged the differences simply became options that the buyer could order. | |
International Harvester 140 Engine | |
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International Harvester 2.0L 4-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
International Harvester 140 Transmission | |
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4-speed sliding gear | |
Transmission details ... |
International Harvester 140 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 28 hp
20.9 kW |
Engine (net) | 25 hp
18.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 21 hp
15.7 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 21.25 hp
15.8 kW |
Belt (tested) | 23.02 hp
17.2 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual worm-and-sector |
Differential mechanical contracting band brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 11 gal
41.6 L |
Hydraulic system | 3.38 gal
12.8 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | IH Touch-Control |
Capacity | 3.38 gal
12.8 L |
Total flow | 4.6 gpm
17.4 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | IH Fast Hitch (one-point) |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 71 inches
180 cm |
Weight | 2700 to 3000 pounds |
Front tire | 5.00-15 |
Rear tire | 9.5-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | positive (6V) |
negative (12V) | |
Charging system | generator (early) |
alternator (late) | |
Battery volts | 6 (early) |
12 (late) | |
References | |
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Farm Loaders published in 1962, by International Harvester | |
Farm Loaders published in 1965, by International Harvester | |
Farm Loaders published in 1970, by International Harvester | |
Spring 1968 Buyer's Guide published 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 | |
1978 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
1979 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester |
Engine
Engine Detail — 122.7 ci / 2.0 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | International Harvester C-123 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical I-head |
Displacement | 122.7 ci
2.0 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.125x4.00 inches
79 x 102 mm |
Power (net) | 25 hp
18.6 kW |
Power (gross) | 28 hp
20.9 kW |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 6.94:1 |
Rated RPM | 1400 |
Torque | 106 lb-ft
143.7 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
Starter volts | 6 (early) |
12 (late) | |
Oil capacity | 5 qts
4.7 L |
Coolant capacity | 15 qts
14.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse sliding gear
Type | sliding gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | single 9-inch dry disc |
Oil capacity | 5 qts
4.7 L |
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Dimensions
International Harvester 140 Tires | |
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Ag front | 5.00-15 |
Ag rear | 9.5-24 |
Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 11.2-24 |
Lawn/turf rear | 12.4-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 71 inches
180 cm |
Length | 107 inches
271 cm |
Width | 56 inches
142 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 65.5 inches
166 cm |
Shipping weight | 2700 lbs
1224 kg |
Operating weight | 3000 lbs
1360 kg |
Ground clearance | 22.3 inches
56 cm |
Front tread | 40 to 58 inches
101 to 147 cm |
Rear tread | 40 to 68 inches
101 to 172 cm |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 666 | |
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Gasoline 4-speed 2WD
September 3 - 18, 1958
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 666 file | |
Belt power (max) | 23.02 hp
17.2 kW |
Belt fuel use (max) | 2.0 gal/hour
7.6 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 21.25 hp
15.8 kW |
Fuel use | 2.0 gal/hour
7.6 l/hour |
Gear 2 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 3,611 lbs
1637 kg |
Gear 1 used for pull test. | |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for International Harvester 140.
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
International Harvester 140 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester 140.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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