international harvester 3588
![]() | 1978 - 1981
30 2+2 SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | 1978 - 1981 | 30 2+2 Series | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
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1978 - 1981 | ||||
30 2+2 Series | ||||
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
1978 - 1981 | |
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30 2+2 Series | |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | |
Total built | 5,643 |
Original price was $51,300 in 1981 |
International Harvester 3588 Engine | |
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International Harvester 7.6L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 90 gal
340.7 L |
Engine details ... ![]() |
International Harvester 3588 Transmission | |
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16-speed two-range power shift | |
Transmission details ... ![]() |
International Harvester 3588 Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 130 hp
96.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 150.41 hp
112.2 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 126.15 hp
94.1 kW |
PTO (tested) | 150.41 hp
112.2 kW |
Performance test details ... ![]() |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Cab standard |
Photos | |
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International Harvester 3588 photos... ![]() |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
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 |
Engine RPM | 1000@2100 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 110 inches
279 cm |
Weight | 16520 to 17620 pounds |
Front tire | 18.4-38 |
Rear tire | 18.4-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ... ![]() |
3588 Serial Numbers | |
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Location: | Ahead of rear axle on right side. |
1978 | 8801 |
1979 | 8844 |
1980 | 11797 |
1981 | 13561 |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 72 |
| 100 OptOptional |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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1979 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
Field Force published in 1981, by International Harvester | |
Buyer's Guide 1981 published by International Harvester | |
Operator's Manual 3388, 3588 and 3788 Tractors (1096188R3) published in 1979 |
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