International Harvester 1456
The International Harvester 1456 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 406.9 ci 6.7 L engine. The rated power output is 131.1 hp 97.8 kW. Transmission: Torque Amplifier. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 12,800 lbs 5806 kg.
Engine Power
131.1 hp
97.8 kW
Drive & Traction
4x2 2WD
Fuel & Capacities
42 gal
159.0 L
Transmission
Torque Amplifier
Operating Weight
12,800 lbs
5806 kg
International Harvester 1456 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
![]() | 1969 - 1971
Standard-tread tractor |
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1969 - 1971 | |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Total built | 294 (IH/wheatland) |
5,592 (Farmall/row-crop) | |
Original price | $12,400 (1971) |
Variants | |
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IH 1456 | standard-tread |
Farmall 1456 | row-crop |
International Harvester 1456 Engine | |
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International Harvester 6.7L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 42 gal
159.0 L |
40 gal (optional auxiliary tank)
151.4 L | |
Engine details ... | |
International Harvester 1456 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 130 hp
96.9 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 114.69 hp
85.5 kW |
PTO (tested) | 131.1 hp
97.8 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x2 2WD |
4x4 MFWD 4WD optional | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Independent hydraulic dry disc brakes | |
Cab optional with heat and A/C | |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 12 gpm
45.4 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 3/2 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 105 inches
266 cm |
Weight | 12,800 lbs
5806 kg |
Front tire | 11L-15 |
Rear tire | 18.4-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Spring 1970 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
Spring 1971 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
Farm Equipment Reference Catalog published in 1970, by International Harvester |
Engine
Engine Detail — 406.9 ci / 6.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester DT407 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 406.9 ci
6.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.321x4.625 inches
110 x 117 mm |
Air cleaner | dual dry elements |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 13 qts
12.3 L |
Coolant capacity | 24 qts
22.7 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed | |
16-speed partial power shift |
Transmission — gear
Transmission | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Oil capacity | 88 qts
83.3 L |
With 18.4-39 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — Torque Amplifier
Transmission | Torque Amplifier |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Oil capacity | 88 qts
83.3 L |
With 18.4-39 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
International Harvester 1456 Tires | |
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Ag front | 11L-15 |
Ag rear | 18.4-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 105 inches
266 cm |
Length | 164 inches
416 cm |
Height | 86 inches (steering wheel)
218 cm |
Operating weight | 12,800 lbs
5806 kg |
Ballasted weight | 17,350 lbs
7869 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1048 | |
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Diesel
June 8 - 27, 1970 | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 131.1 hp
97.8 kW |
Fuel use | 8.3 gal/hour
31.4 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 127.27 hp
94.9 kW |
Fuel use | 7.6 gal/hour
28.8 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 114.69 hp
85.5 kW |
Fuel use | 8.5 gal/hour
32.2 l/hour |
Photos
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