International Harvester 453
The International Harvester 453 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 154.6 ci 2.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 44.4 hp / 33.1 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 4806 lbs 2180 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 44.4 hp / 33.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
15.9 gal
60.2 L
Transmission
16 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
4806 lbs
2180 kg
Overview
 | 1971 - 1975
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Neuss, Germany | |
Total built | 12,756 |
International Harvester 453 Engine | |
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International Harvester 2.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 15.9 gal
60.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
International Harvester 453 Power | |
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Engine | 44.4 hp
33.1 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Four-post ROPS. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Rear lift | 3880 lbs
1759 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1780 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 75.6 inches
192 cm |
Weight | 4806 lbs
2180 kg |
Front tire | 6.50-16 |
Rear tire | 13-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 154.6 ci / 2.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester D-155 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 154.6 ci
2.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.87x4.37 inches
98 x 111 mm |
Power | 44.4 hp
33.1 kW |
Compression | 16:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 13.7 qts
13.0 L |
International Harvester 453 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed gear | |
16-speed two-speed power shift |
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Transmission — 16 forward and 4 reverse two-speed power shift
Type | two-speed power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
Dimensions
International Harvester 453 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.50-16 |
Ag rear | 13-28 |
Ag front | 6.00-16 |
7.50-16 | |
Ag rear | 11-28 |
11-32 | |
9-36 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 75.6 inches
192 cm |
Length | 121.6 inches
308 cm |
Width | 66.8 inches
169 cm |
Height | 91.3 inches
231 cm |
Weight | 4806 lbs
2180 kg |
Ground clearance | 15.6 inches
39 cm |
Front tread | 48.5 to 73.6 inches
123 to 186 cm |
Rear tread | 52.2 to 76.9 inches
132 to 195 cm |
Photos
International 453 tractor.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 453 based on its 44.4 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 | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
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 453.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.9 hrs
Approximately 6.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (15.9 gal / 60.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.3 gal/hr (8.7 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 453 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester 453.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)44.4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)33.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)45 PS
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