International Harvester 1586
The International Harvester 1586 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 436 ci 7.1 L engine. The listed engine power is 161.55 hp 120.5 kW. Transmission: Torque Amplifier. Operating weight: 13600 to 15120 pounds.
Overview
![]() | 1976 - 1981
86 SeriesRow-Crop tractor
86 Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA | |
Total built | 13,636 |
Original price was $43,300 in 1981 | |
International Harvester 1586 Engine | |
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International Harvester 7.1L 6-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
International Harvester 1586 Transmission | |
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12-speed two-speed power shift | |
Transmission details ... |
International Harvester 1586 Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 140 hp
104.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 160 hp
119.3 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 134.94 hp
100.6 kW |
PTO (tested) | 161.55 hp
120.5 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | power assist |
Hydraulic disc brakes | |
Cab standard with air-conditioning. Open operator station and four-post ROPS available. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 63 gal
238.5 L |
22 gal (auxiliary)
83.3 L | |
Hydraulic system | 27 gal
102.2 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
closed center *Optional after late 1980. | |
Capacity | 27 gal
102.2 L |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 12 gpm
45.4 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | III |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 1000 (1.75) |
Engine RPM | 1000@2100 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 105 inches
266 cm |
Weight | 13600 to 15120 pounds |
Front tire | 11.00-16 |
Rear tire | 20.8-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 42 |
61 (with cab) | |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery CCA | 470 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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1978 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
1979 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
Buyer's Guide 1981 published by International Harvester | |
Series 86 Tractors published in 1976, by International Harvester | |
86 Series Tractors - The pro-ag line published in 1976, by International Harvester | |
Operator's Manual 786, 886, 986, 1086, 1486, 1586 and Hydro-186 Tractors (1096207R4) published in 1986 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 436 ci / 7.1 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester DT436 |
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 element |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Coolant capacity | 27 qts
25.6 L |
Oil capacity | 20 qts
18.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Torque Amplifier
Transmission | Torque Amplifier |
Type | two-speed power shift |
Gears | 12 forward and 6 reverse |
Oil capacity | 108 qts
102.2 L |
The transmission features three ranges (low, high, and reverse) with three gears (1-3) in each range. The Torque Amplifier (TA) provides an additional high/low selection for each speed. The range and gear can be shifted only when the tractor is stopped. The TA can be shifted while the tractor is in motion. | |
20.8-38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
International Harvester 1586 Tires | |
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Ag front | 11.00-16 |
Ag rear | 20.8-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 105 inches
266 cm |
Length | 169 inches
429 cm |
Width | 112 inches
284 cm |
Height (cab) | 116 inches
294 cm |
Ground clearance | 14 inches
35 cm |
International Harvester 1586 Weight | |
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Shipping | 13600 lbs
6168 kg |
Operating | 15120 lbs (2WD duals cab)
6858 kg |
Ballasted | 17600 lbs
7983 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1248 | |
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Diesel 12-speed 2WD
June 3 - 22, 1977
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1248 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 161.55 hp
120.5 kW |
Fuel use | 10.6 gal/hour
40.1 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 156.09 hp
116.4 kW |
Fuel use | 9.5 gal/hour
36.0 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 134.94 hp
100.6 kW |
Fuel use | 10.4 gal/hour
39.4 l/hour |
Max pull | 16,665 lbs
7559 kg |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 1586 based on its 161.55 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 | 15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼 | Commercial / Field Scale | Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations. |
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 | Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m) | Commercial / Field Scale | High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO). |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for International Harvester 1586.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.5 hrs
Approximately 7.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (63 gal / 238.5 L).
Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission & Hydraulic System
Engine Cooling System
International Harvester 1586 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester 1586.
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