International Harvester 484

The International Harvester 484 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 179 ci 2.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 50 hp / 37.3 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 5140 to 5200 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 50 hp / 37.3 kW

Fuel & Capacities

20 gal 75.7 L

Transmission

8 forward and 4 reverse

Operating Weight

5140 to 5200 pounds

Overview

	1977 - 1982 84 SeriesUtility tractor 84 Series Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	International Harvester
Utility tractor
Built in Doncaster, England
Original price was $11,800 in 1984

International Harvester 484 Engine
International Harvester 2.9L 3-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

International Harvester 484 Transmission
8-speed syncromesh
Transmission details ...

International Harvester 484 Power
Engine	50 hp 37.3 kW
Drawbar (claimed)	38 hp 28.3 kW
PTO (claimed)	42.4 hp 31.6 kW
Drawbar (tested)	36 hp 26.8 kW
PTO (tested)	42.42 hp 31.6 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Power steering
Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes
Two-post fixed ROPS. Canopy optional.

Capacity
Fuel	20 gal 75.7 L
Hydraulic system	9 gal 34.1 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	9 gal 34.1 L
Valves	0 to 2
Total flow	15.4 gpm 58.3 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	position and draft control
Rear lift	3100 lbs 1406 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Clutch	hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO Type	540

Dimensions & Tires
Utility Wheelbase	79 inches 200 cm
Low-profile Wheelbase	78.25 inches 198 cm
Weight	5140 to 5200 pounds
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tire	13.6-28
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References

1985 Farm Equipment Buyer's Guide published by CaseIH
1979 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester
Buyer's Guide 1981 published by International Harvester
International 30 Series Tractors published by International Harvester
84 Series Hi-Performers published in 1978, by International Harvester
International Series 84 Utility/Row-Crop Tractors published in 1978, by International Harvester
International Series 84 Tractors published in 1983, by International Harvester
Agricultural Equipment Reference Catalog published in 1980, by International Harvester

Engine

Engine Detail — 179 ci / 2.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer	International Harvester D-179
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	179 ci 2.9 L
Bore/Stroke	3.875x5.0625 inches 98 x 129 mm
Power	50 hp 37.3 kW
Air cleaner	dry
Rated RPM	2200
Idle RPM	700-2400
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	6.8 qts 6.4 L
Coolant capacity	12 qts 11.4 L

Transmission

Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse syncromesh

Type	syncromesh
Gears	8 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Oil capacity	36 qts 34.1 L
Four synchronized gears in high, low, and reverse ranges.
With 13.6-28 rear tires.

Dimensions

International Harvester 484 Tires
Ag front	6.00-16
Ag rear	13.6-28

Dimensions
Utility Wheelbase	79 inches 200 cm
Low-profile Wheelbase	78.25 inches 198 cm
Utility Length	133.7 inches 339 cm
Low-profile Length	138.3 inches 351 cm
Utility Width	70.4 inches 178 cm
Low-profile Width	78.5 inches 199 cm
Utility Height (steering wheel)	61 inches 154 cm
Low-profile Height (steering wheel)	56.5 inches 143 cm
Utility Shipping weight	5200 lbs 2358 kg
Low-profile Shipping weight	5140 lbs 2331 kg
Utility Ground clearance	15.75 inches 40 cm
Low-profile Ground clearance	10.7 inches 27 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1312
Diesel 8-speed 2WD May 22 - 31, 1979 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1312 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	42.42 hp 31.6 kW
Fuel use	2.9 gal/hour 11.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	41.79 hp 31.2 kW
Fuel use	2.8 gal/hour 10.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	36 hp 26.8 kW
Fuel use	2.8 gal/hour 10.6 l/hour
Gear 1H used for power test.
Max pull	5500 lbs 2494 kg
Gear 2L used for pull test.

Photos

International Harvester 484

International 484 with Westendorf loader.

International 484 with Simms cab and model 2200 front-end loader.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 484 based on its 50 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
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 484.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.7 hrs

Approximately 7.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (20 gal / 75.7 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.6 gal/hr (9.8 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