International Harvester 240
The International Harvester 240 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 122.7 ci 2.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 38.5 hp / 28.7 kW. Transmission: 4 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 1725 lbs 782 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 38.5 hp / 28.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
16.2 gal
61.3 L
Transmission
4 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
1725 lbs
782 kg
Overview
 | 1958 - 1962
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Louisville, Kentucky, USA | |
Original price was $2,700 in 1962 | |
Variants | |
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International 240 | utility tractor |
Farmall 240 | row-crop tractor |
International Harvester 240 Engine | |
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International Harvester 2.0L 4-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 16.2 gal
61.3 L |
Engine details ...  | |
International Harvester 240 Transmission | |
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4-speed sliding gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
International Harvester 240 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 38.5 hp
28.7 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 28 hp
20.9 kW |
Belt (claimed) | 31 hp
23.1 kW |
Plows | 2 |
Drawbar (tested) | 28.07 hp
20.9 kW |
Belt (tested) | 30.82 hp
23.0 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
hydrostatic power OptOptional | |
Independent mechanical disc brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | 2 |
Total flow | 9.3 gpm
35.2 lpm |
Steering flow | 2.5 gpm
9.5 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | IH Fast Hitch |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1650 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 75 inches
190 cm |
Weight | 3140 to 3637 pounds |
Front tire | 5.50-15 |
Rear tire | 11-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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Buyers Guide International Industrial Tractors & Equipment published in 1960, by International Harvester | |
Industrial Tractors and matched equipment published in 1960, by International Harvester | |
Farm Loaders published in 1962, by International Harvester | |
Farm Loaders published in 1970, by International Harvester | |
240 Utility Tractor published in 1958, by International Harvester |
Engine
Engine Detail — 122.7 ci / 2.0 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | International Harvester C-123 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 122.7 ci
2.0 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.125x4.00 inches
79 x 102 mm |
Power (gross) | 38.5 hp
28.7 kW |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 6.8:1 |
Rated RPM | 2000 |
Torque | 101 lb-ft
137.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 |
Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
Starter volts | 6 |
Oil capacity | 5 qts
4.7 L |
Coolant capacity | 15 qts
14.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse sliding gear
Type | sliding gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
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Transmission — 4 forward and 1 reverse sliding gear
Type | sliding gear |
Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
Optional high-speed version of the 4-speed transmission. | |
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Dimensions
International Harvester 240 Tires | |
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Ag front | 5.50-15 |
Ag rear | 11-24 |
Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 10-24 |
12-24 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 75 inches
190 cm |
Length | 116 inches
294 cm |
Width | 63 inches*Minimum width
160 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 58 inches
147 cm |
Ground clearance | 13 inches (frame)
33 cm |
Clearance (front axle) | 17 inches
43 cm |
Rear tread | 48 to 64 inches
121 to 162 cm |
International Harvester 240 Weight | |
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Shipping | 3140 lbs
1424 kg |
Operating | 3637 lbs
1649 kg |
Ballasted | 4781 lbs
2168 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 668 | |
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Gasoline 2WD
September 6 - 20, 1958
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 668 file | |
Belt power (max) | 30.82 hp
23.0 kW |
Belt fuel use (max) | 2.7 gal/hour
10.2 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 28.07 hp
20.9 kW |
Gear 3 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 4,384 lbs
1988 kg |
Gear 1 used for pull test. | |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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IH-Wagner 110 loader | |
Wagner 120 loader | |
International Harvester 2001 loader | |
Backhoe |
Wagner 65 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | Wagner 65 Backhoe |
Weight | 1725 lbs
782 kg |
Transport height | 118 inches
299 cm |
Digging depth | 120 inches
304 cm |
Reach from pivot | 150 inches
381 cm |
Loading height | 96 inches
243 cm |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Photos
International Harvester 240
International Harvester 240
International Harvester 240
International Harvester 240
International 240 utility operator statio and controls.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 240 based on its 38.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
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 240.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.1 hrs
Approximately 8.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (16.2 gal / 61.3 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2 gal/hr (7.6 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 240 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester 240.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)38.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)28.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)39 PS
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