International Harvester 1466

The International Harvester 1466 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 436 ci 7.1 L engine. The listed engine power is 145.77 hp 108.7 kW. Transmission: Torque Amplifier. Operating weight: 13480 lbs 6114 kg.

Engine Power
145.77 hp 108.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
42 gal 159.0 L
Transmission
Torque Amplifier
Operating Weight
13480 lbs*With cab 6114 kg

Overview

International Harvester 1466 tractor photo
1971 - 1976 66 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 66 Series Row-Crop tractor
Production
Manufacturer
International Harvester
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA
Total built
25,264
Original price was $23,600 in 1976
International Harvester 1466 Engine
International Harvester 7.1L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
International Harvester 1466 Power
PTO (claimed)
133 hp 99.2 kW
Drawbar (tested)
123.20 hp 91.9 kW
PTO (tested)
145.77 hp 108.7 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives
bull gear
Power steering
Independent hydrostatic dry disc brakes
Cab optional with heat and air-conditioning.
Capacity
Fuel
42 gal 159.0 L
Hydraulic system
22 gal 83.3 L
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Capacity
22 gal 83.3 L
Pressure
2000 psi 137.9 bar
Valves
1
Pump flow
12 gpm 45.4 lpm
Total flow
21 gpm 79.5 lpm
Steering flow
9 gpm 34.1 lpm
Steering press.
1550 psi 106.9 bar
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II/II OptOptional
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
5600 lbs 2540 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Clutch
hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO Type
1000
Engine RPM
1000@2100
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
105 inches 266 cm
Weight
13480 lbs 6114 kg
Front tire
11L-15
Rear tire
18.4-38
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Charging amps
32
Batteries
2
Battery volts
6
Battery AH
172
References
1466 references literature
766, 966, 1066 and 1466 Tractors published in 1972, by International Harvester
766, 966, 1066 and 1466 Tractors published in 1973, by International Harvester
Farm Equipment Reference Catalog published in 1971, by International Harvester

Engine

Engine Detail — 436 ci / 7.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer
International Harvester DT-436
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
436 ci 7.1 L
Bore/Stroke
4.30x5.00 inches 109 x 127 mm
Air cleaner
dual dry elements
Rated RPM
2400 (early)
2600 (late)
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
18 qts 17.0 L
Coolant capacity
27 qts 25.6 L

Transmission

Transmission options
8-speed gear
16-speed two-speed power shift

Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
8 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
Oil capacity
88 qts 83.3 L
Four gears each in high, low, and reverse ranges.
With 18.4-38 rear tires.
1466  gear speeds

Transmission — Torque Amplifier

Transmission
Torque Amplifier
Type
two-speed power shift
Gears
16 forward and 8 reverse
Oil capacity
88 qts 83.3 L
The Torque Amplifier (TA) provides a power shift in all gears and ranges from direct drive (DD) to a lower TA speed. Without clutching the TA lever is pulled to the rear to engage. The transmission is returned to direct drive by pushing the TA lever forward.
With 18.4-38 rear tires.
1466 Torque Amplifier two-speed power shift speeds

Dimensions

International Harvester 1466 Tires
Ag front
11L-15
Ag rear
18.4-38
Dimensions
Wheelbase
105 inches 266 cm
Length
168 inches 426 cm
Width
98 inches 248 cm
Height (exhaust)
111 inches 281 cm
Operating weight
13480 lbs*With cab 6114 kg
Ballasted weight
16660 lbs 7556 kg
Clearance (drawbar)
16 inches 40 cm
Bar rear axle
3.5 inch diameter 88 mm
Front tread
52 to 82 inches 132 to 208 cm

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 1080: 2400rpm diesel TA 2WD
NTTL 1125: 2600rpm diesel TA 2WD
Nebraska Tractor Test 1080
2400rpm diesel TA 2WD October 2 - 19, 1971 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1080 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
133.4 hp 99.5 kW
Fuel use
8.4 gal/hour 31.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
125.17 hp 93.3 kW
Fuel use
7.4 gal/hour 28.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
115.74 hp 86.3 kW
Fuel use
8.3 gal/hour 31.4 l/hour
Gear 1-Hi-TA used for power test.
Max pull
13,165 lbs 5971 kg
Gear 3-Lo-TA used for pull test.
Nebraska Tractor Test 1125
2600rpm diesel TA 2WD April 17 - 27, 1973 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1125 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
145.77 hp 108.7 kW
Fuel use
9.6 gal/hour 36.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
145.85 hp 108.8 kW
Fuel use
8.6 gal/hour 32.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
123.20 hp 91.9 kW
Fuel use
9.5 gal/hour 36.0 l/hour
Gear 1-Hi-TA used for power test.
Max pull
13,673 lbs 6202 kg
Gear 3-Lo-TA used for pull test.

Photos

International 1466, left side.

International 1466, left side.

International 1466, right side.

International 1466, right side.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 1466 based on its 145.77 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)Commercial / Field ScaleLarge 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 DutyWide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep 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 ScaleWide 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 DutyHigh 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 1466.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.5 hrs

Approximately 5.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (42 gal / 159 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~7.6 gal/hr (28.7 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 1466 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester 1466.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)145.8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)108.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)147.8 PS

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