International Harvester 3088

The International Harvester 3088 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 358 ci 5.9 L engine. The listed engine power is 81.35 hp 60.7 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 8 reverse. Operating weight: 10600 to 11940 pounds.

Engine Power

81.35 hp 60.7 kW

Fuel & Capacities

50 gal 189.2 L

Transmission

16 forward and 8 reverse

Operating Weight

11940 lbs*With cab. 5415 kg

Overview

	1981 - 1985 30 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 30 Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	International Harvester
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA
Total built	1,065
Original price was $28,900 in 1985

International Harvester 3088 Engine
International Harvester 5.9L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

International Harvester 3088 Transmission
16-speed partial power shift
Transmission details ...

International Harvester 3088 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	70 hp 52.2 kW
PTO (claimed)	80 hp 59.7 kW
Drawbar (tested)	70.31 hp 52.4 kW
PTO (tested)	81.35 hp 60.7 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Four-post ROPS standard. Available with cab or as open-station tractor.

Capacity
Fuel	50 gal 189.2 L
Hydraulic system	22.5 gal 85.2 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	22.5 gal 85.2 L
Valves	2 or 3
Pump flow	15 gpm 56.8 lpm
Total flow	27 gpm 102.2 lpm
Steering flow	12 gpm 45.4 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	draft sensing

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/1000
Engine RPM	540@2100
	1000@2100

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	105 inches 266 cm
Weight	10600 to 11940 pounds
Front tire	9.5L-15
Rear tire	18.4-34
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References

Operator's Manual 3088, 3288, 3488-Hydro and 3688 Tractors (1258513C1) published in 1981

Engine

Engine Detail — 358 ci / 5.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer	International Harvester D358
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	358 ci 5.9 L
Bore/Stroke	3.875x5.0625 inches 98 x 129 mm
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Compression	16.4:1
Rated RPM	2400
Idle RPM	900-2400
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	24 qts 22.7 L
Oil capacity	11 qts 10.4 L

Transmission

Transmission — 16 forward and 8 reverse partial power shift

Type	partial power shift
Gears	16 forward and 8 reverse
Clutch	cerametallic disc
Oil capacity	90 qts 85.2 L
Left lever selects gear, right lever selects high, low, or reverse range. Tractor may be shifted on the move without the clutch between gear pairs (1-2, 3-4, etc). Synchronized shifting, using the clutch, between gear pairs (2 to 3, 4 to 5, etc). The transmission is four-gear with the powershift provided by an eletcric solenoid actuated Torque Amplifier.

Dimensions

International Harvester 3088 Tires
Ag front	9.5L-15
Ag rear	18.4-34

Dimensions
Wheelbase	105 inches 266 cm
Length	184 inches 467 cm
Width	102 inches*Width at minimum tread. 259 cm
Height (cab)	112 inches 284 cm
Shipping weight	10600 lbs 4808 kg
Operating weight	11940 lbs*With cab. 5415 kg
Ground clearance	13 inches 33 cm
Rear axle	3.25 by 104 inches 82 by 2641 mm
Rear axle	3.25 by 118 inches 82 by 2997 mm
Front tread	60 to 84 inches 152 to 213 cm
Rear tread	60 to 127.5 inches 152 to 323 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1551
Diesel 16-speed 2WD November 8 - 13, 1984 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1551 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	81.35 hp 60.7 kW
Fuel use	5.5 gal/hour 20.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	80.28 hp 59.9 kW
Fuel use	5.0 gal/hour 18.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	70.31 hp 52.4 kW
Fuel use	5.5 gal/hour 20.8 l/hour
Max pull	10,995 lbs 4987 kg

Photos

International Harvester 3088 with four-post ROPS.

Open-station International Harvester 3088.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 3088 based on its 81.35 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm)	Heavy Duty	Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m	Heavy Duty	Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm	Heavy Duty	Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙	Heavy Duty	Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机	Heavy Duty	Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch.

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 3088.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 11.8 hrs

Approximately 11.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (50 gal / 189.3 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.2 gal/hr (16 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