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

International Harvester 140 tractor photo
1958 - 1979
Production
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
International Harvester 2.0L 4-cyl gasoline
Engine details ...
International Harvester 140 Transmission
4-speed sliding gear
Transmission details ...
International Harvester 140 Power
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
Two-wheel drive
Steering
manual worm-and-sector
Differential mechanical contracting band brakes
Open operator station.
Capacity
Fuel
11 gal 41.6 L
Hydraulic system
3.38 gal 12.8 L
Hydraulics
Type
IH Touch-Control
Capacity
3.38 gal 12.8 L
Total flow
4.6 gpm 17.4 lpm
Tractor hitch
Type
IH Fast Hitch (one-point)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
transmission
Rear PTO Type
540
Dimensions & Tires
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
Ground
positive (6V)
negative (12V)
Charging system
generator (early)
alternator (late)
Battery volts
6 (early)
12 (late)
References
140 references literature
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
140  sliding gear speeds

Dimensions

International Harvester 140 Tires
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
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
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

International Harvester 140

International Harvester 140

International Harvester 140

International Harvester 140

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

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