International Harvester 354
The International Harvester 354 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 143.1 ci 2.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 35 hp / 26.1 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 4040 lbs 1832 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 35 hp / 26.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
12.2 gal
46.2 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
4040 lbs
1832 kg
Overview
 | 1971 - 1975
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Doncaster, England | |
Original price was $4,200 in 1975 | |
International Harvester 354 Transmission | |
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8-speed sliding gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
International Harvester 354 Power | |
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Engine | 35 hp
26.1 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 28 hp
20.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 32 hp
23.9 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 30.23 hp
22.5 kW |
PTO (tested) | 32.88 hp
24.5 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Differential mechanical dry disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 12.2 gal
46.2 L |
Hydraulic system | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 3 gal
11.4 L |
Valves | 0 to 2 |
Total flow | 6 gpm
22.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift | 2602 lbs
1180 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | continuous |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 76.5 inches
194 cm |
Weight | 4040 lbs
1832 kg |
Front tire | 5.50-16 |
Rear tire | 12.4-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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International Tractor Range published in 1973, by International Harvester | |
Buyer's Guide published in 1976, by International Harvester | |
354 tractor published in 1972, by International Harvester | |
354 tractor published in 1973, by International Harvester | |
Farm Equipment Reference Catalog published in 1972, by International Harvester | |
Farm Equipment Reference Catalog published in 1973, by International Harvester |
Engine
Engine options | |
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International Harvester 2.3L 4-cyl gasoline | |
International Harvester 2.3L 4-cyl diesel |
Engine Detail — 143.1 ci / 2.3 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | International Harvester BC-144 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 143.1 ci
2.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.375x4.00 inches
86 x 102 mm |
Power | 35 hp
26.1 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 1875 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7.5 qts
7.1 L |
Coolant capacity | 11 qts
10.4 L |
Engine Detail — 143.1 ci / 2.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester BD-144 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 143.1 ci
2.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.375x4.00 inches
86 x 102 mm |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 1875 |
Oil capacity | 7.5 qts
7.1 L |
Coolant capacity | 11 qts
10.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse sliding gear
Type | sliding gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Oil capacity | 6.25 qts
5.9 L |
With 12.4-28 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
International Harvester 354 Tires | |
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Ag front | 5.50-16 |
Ag rear | 12.4-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 76.5 inches
194 cm |
Length | 126 inches*Length with 3-point hitch.
320 cm |
Width | 64 inches*Minimum width
162 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 57 inches
144 cm |
Operating weight | 4040 lbs
1832 kg |
Ballasted weight | 5925 lbs
2687 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 18 inches
45 cm |
Front tread | 48 to 76 inches
121 to 193 cm |
Rear tread | 48 to 76 inches
121 to 193 cm |
Tests
Tractor Tests | |
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NTTL 733: diesel 8-speed 2WD | |
NTTL 1115: gasoline 8-speed 2WD |
Nebraska Tractor Test 733 | |
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Diesel 8-speed 2WD
March 3 - 23, 1960
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 733 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 32.88 hp
24.5 kW |
Fuel use | 2.3 gal/hour
8.7 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 32.23 hp
24.0 kW |
Fuel use | 2.2 gal/hour
8.3 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 30.23 hp
22.5 kW |
Fuel use | 2.5 gal/hour
9.5 l/hour |
Gear 4L used for power test. | |
Max pull | 4641 lbs
2105 kg |
Gear 2L used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1115 | |
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Gasoline 8-speed 2WD
November 1 - 22, 1972
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1115 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 32.58 hp
24.3 kW |
Fuel use | 3.2 gal/hour
12.1 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 32.22 hp
24.0 kW |
Fuel use | 3.1 gal/hour
11.7 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 27.73 hp
20.7 kW |
Fuel use | 3.1 gal/hour
11.7 l/hour |
Gear 4L used for power test. | |
Max pull | 4,674 lbs
2120 kg |
Gear 1L used for pull test. | |
Photos
International Harvester 354
International Harvester 354
International Harvester 354
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 354 based on its 35 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 354.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.7 hrs
Approximately 6.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (12.2 gal / 46.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.8 gal/hr (6.9 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 354 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester 354.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)35 hp
Kilowatts (kW)26.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)35.5 PS
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