International Harvester 1455
The International Harvester 1455 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 402 ci 6.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 145 hp / 108.1 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 7 reverse. Operating weight: 12692 to 13309 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 145 hp / 108.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
52.8 gal
199.8 L
Transmission
16 forward and 7 reverse
Operating Weight
12692 to 13309 pounds
Overview
 | 1979 - 1981
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Neuss, Germany | |
International Harvester 1455 Engine | |
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International Harvester 6.6L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 52.8 gal
199.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
International Harvester 1455 Power | |
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Engine | 145 hp
108.1 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 130 hp
96.9 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Cab optional with heat. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 13.21 gpm
50.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | III/II |
Control | position control and lower-link draft sensing |
Rear lift | 10,143 lbs
4600 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 110.24 inches
280 cm |
Weight | 12692 to 13309 pounds |
Front tire | 14.9/13-28 |
Rear tire | 20.8-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 33 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 110 |
References | |
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1455 published by International Harvester |
Engine
Engine Detail — 402 ci / 6.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester DT-402 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 402 ci
6.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.94x5.50 inches
100 x 140 mm |
Power | 145 hp
108.1 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 390 lb-ft
528.8 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 13.2 qts
12.5 L |
Coolant capacity | 33.2 qts
31.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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12-speed synchronized | |
16-speed creeper |
Transmission — 12 forward and 5 reverse synchronized
Type | synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and 5 reverse |
Six gears (1-6) in two ranges (low/high), plus reverse range. | |
With 20.8-38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission | |
Type | creeper |
Gears | 16 forward and 7 reverse |
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Dimensions
International Harvester 1455 Tires | |
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Ag front | 14.9/13-28 |
Ag rear | 20.8-38 |
Ag front | 12.4/11-28 |
13.6/12-28 | |
Ag rear | 16.9/14-38 |
18.4/15-38 | |
23.1/18-30 | |
23.1/18-34 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 110.24 inches
280 cm |
Length | 186.6 inches
473 cm |
Width | 93.3 inches
236 cm |
Height (cab) | 114.4 inches
290 cm |
Shipping weight | 12692 lbs
5757 kg |
13309 lbs (with cab)
6036 kg | |
Ground clearance | 18.7 inches
47 cm |
Photos
International Harvester 1455 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 1455 based on its 145 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm) | Commercial / Field Scale | Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights. |
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 | 15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes. |
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. |
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 International Harvester 1455.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7 hrs
Approximately 7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (52.8 gal / 199.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~7.5 gal/hr (28.5 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
International Harvester 1455 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester 1455.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)145 hp
Kilowatts (kW)108.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)147 PS
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