International Harvester Cub 184 Lo-Boy
The International Harvester Cub 184 Lo-Boy is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 59.5 ci 1.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 1620 lbs 734 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 18 hp / 13.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
8 gal
30.3 L
Transmission
6 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
1620 lbs
734 kg
Overview
 | 1977 - 1980
Compact Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in Louisville, Kentucky, USA | |
Original price | $4,200 (1980) |
International Harvester 184 Lo-Boy Engine | |
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International Harvester 1.0L 4-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ...  |
International Harvester 184 Lo-Boy Power | |
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Engine | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 11 hp
8.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Mechanical drum brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 8 gal
30.3 L |
Hydraulic system | 1.75 gal
6.6 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | gear pump |
Capacity | 1.75 gal
6.6 L |
Pressure | 2000 psi
137.9 bar |
Pump flow | 2 gpm
7.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I (optional) |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | electro-magnetic |
Rear PTO Type | 1600 (counter-clockwise) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 64 inches
162 cm |
Weight | 1620 lbs
734 kg |
Front tire | 4.00-12 |
Rear tire | 8.3-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 37 |
42 | |
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 | |
International 184 Lo-Boy Tractor published by International Harvester |
Engine
Engine Detail — 59.5 ci / 1.0 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | International Harvester C60 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 59.5 ci
1.0 L |
Bore/Stroke | 2.625x2.75 inches
67 x 70 mm |
Power | 18 hp
13.4 kW |
Fuel system | Zenith 68YY7 carburetor |
Compression | 7.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 3 qts
2.8 L |
Coolant capacity | 9.75 qts
9.2 L |
Sparkplug gap | 0.023 inches
0.584 mm |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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3-speed unsynchronized gear | |
6-speed creeper |
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse unsynchronized gear
Type | unsynchronized gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | mechanical dry disc |
Oil capacity | 7 qts
6.6 L |
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Transmission — 6 forward and 2 reverse creeper
Type | creeper |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Optional creeper range for the standard transmission. | |
Dimensions
International Harvester 184 Lo-Boy Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.00-12 |
Ag rear | 8.3-24 |
Ag rear | 9.5-24 |
Lawn/turf front | 20x8.00-10 |
Lawn/turf rear | 13.6-16 |
12.4-16 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 64 inches
162 cm |
Length | 94 inches
238 cm |
Width | 52 inches
132 cm |
Height | 49 inches
124 cm |
Weight | 1620 lbs
734 kg |
Ground clearance | 13 inches
33 cm |
Front tread | 42 inches
106 cm |
Rear tread | 42 inches
106 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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60" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade |
60" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount International Harvester 3160 |
3-blade | |
Cutting width | 60 inches
152 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 7 inch
3 to 17 cm |
Photos
International Harvester Cub 184 Lo-Boy, right side.
International Harvester Cub 184 Lo-Boy, left side.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for International Harvester Cub 184 Lo-Boy based on its 18 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
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 Cub 184 Lo-Boy.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.5 hrs
Approximately 8.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (8 gal / 30.3 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.5 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 Cub 184 Lo-Boy Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester Cub 184 Lo-Boy.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)18 hp
Kilowatts (kW)13.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)18.2 PS
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