International Harvester 485
The International Harvester 485 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 179 ci 2.9 L engine. The rated power output is 52 hp 38.8 kW. Transmission: Torque Amplifier. Operating weight: 5622 lbs 2550 kg.
Engine Power
52 hp
38.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
29.6 gal
112.0 L
Transmission
Torque Amplifier
Operating Weight
5622 lbs
2550 kg
International Harvester 485 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
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Overview
![]() | 1981 - 1985
85 SeriesUtility tractor |
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1981 - 1985 | |
85 Series | |
Utility tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Doncaster, England | |
International Harvester 485 Engine | |
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International Harvester 2.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 29.6 gal
112.0 L |
Engine details ... | |
International Harvester 485 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 53.6 hp
40.0 kW |
Engine (net) | 52 hp
38.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 46.5 hp
34.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Economy cab standard. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 12.4 gpm
46.9 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift | 3704 lbs
1680 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 84.65 inches
215 cm |
Weight | 5622 lbs
2550 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 12.4-36 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Field Force published in 1981, by International Harvester | |
85 Series published in 1981, by International Harvester | |
85 Series published 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 (net) | 52 hp
38.8 kW |
Power (gross) | 53.6 hp
40.0 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Rated RPM | 2180 |
Torque | 140.4 lb-ft
190.4 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed synchromesh | |
16-speed two-speed power shift |
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) plus reverse range. | |
Transmission — Torque Amplifier
Transmission | Torque Amplifier |
Type | two-speed power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Dimensions
International Harvester 485 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 12.4-36 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 84.65 inches
215 cm |
Height | 99.21 inches
251 cm |
Weight | 5622 lbs
2550 kg |
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International Harvester 485 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester 485.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)52 hp
Kilowatts (kW)38.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)52.7 PS
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