International Harvester 3588

The International Harvester 3588 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 466 ci 7.6 L engine. The rated power output is 150.41 hp 112.2 kW. Transmission: Torque Amplifier. Operating weight: 16520 to 17620 pounds.

Overview

	1978 - 1981 30 2+2 SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
1978 - 1981
30 2+2 Series
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor

Production
Manufacturer	International Harvester
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Total built	5,643
Original price was $51,300 in 1981

International Harvester 3588 Engine
International Harvester 7.6L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	90 gal 340.7 L
Engine details ...

International Harvester 3588 Transmission
16-speed two-range power shift
Transmission details ...

International Harvester 3588 Power
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
Four-wheel drive
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard

Hydraulics
Type	closed center
Valves	2
Pump flow	12 gpm 45.4 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III

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

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	110 inches 279 cm
Weight	16520 to 17620 pounds
Front tire	18.4-38
Rear tire	18.4-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	72
	100 OptOptional
Batteries	2
Battery volts	12

References
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

Engine

Engine Detail — 466 ci / 7.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer	International Harvester DT-466B
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	466 ci 7.6 L
Bore/Stroke	4.30x5.35 inches 109 x 136 mm
Rated RPM	2400
Idle RPM	780-2665
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	20 qts 18.9 L
Coolant capacity	34 qts 32.2 L

Transmission

Transmission — Torque Amplifier

Transmission	Torque Amplifier
Type	two-range power shift
Gears	16 forward and 8 reverse
Clutch	356mm dry disc
Oil capacity	94.5 qts 89.4 L
Left lever selects high, low, or reverse range. Right lever selects gear. On-the-move power shift without the clutch between gear pairs 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, and 7/8. Synchronized shift (with the clutch) from 2-to-3, 4-to-5, and 6-to-7.
With 18.4-34 tires.

Dimensions

International Harvester 3588 Tires
Ag front	18.4-38
Ag rear	18.4-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	110 inches 279 cm
Length	228 inches 579 cm
Width	101.6 inches 258 cm
Height (cab)	115.8 inches 294 cm
Clearance (front axle)	23.2 inches 58 cm
Clearance (rear axle)	26.7 inches 67 cm

International Harvester 3588 Weight
Shipping	16520 lbs 7493 kg
Operating	17620 lbs 7992 kg
Max capacity	22000 lbs 9979 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1320
Diesel 16-speed 4WD August 22 - 29, 1979 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1320 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	150.41 hp 112.2 kW
Fuel use	9.6 gal/hour 36.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	152.07 hp 113.4 kW
Fuel use	9.0 gal/hour 34.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	126.15 hp 94.1 kW
Fuel use	9.6 gal/hour 36.3 l/hour
Gear 4LoDD used for power test.
Max pull	17589 lbs 7978 kg
Gear 1LoDD used for pull test.

Photos

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International Harvester 3588

International Harvester 3588

International Harvester 3588

International Harvester 3588