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 listed engine power is Diesel (net): 52 hp / 38.8 kW; Diesel (gross): 53.6 hp / 40.0 kW. Transmission: Torque Amplifier. Operating weight: 5622 lbs 2550 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (net): 52 hp / 38.8 kW; Diesel (gross): 53.6 hp / 40.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
29.6 gal 112.0 L
Transmission
Torque Amplifier
Operating Weight
5622 lbs 2550 kg

Overview

International Harvester 485 tractor photo
1981 - 1985 85 SeriesUtility tractor 85 Series Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
International Harvester
Utility tractor
Built in Doncaster, England
International Harvester 485 Engine
International Harvester 2.9L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
29.6 gal 112.0 L
Engine details ...
International Harvester 485 Power
Engine (gross)
53.6 hp 40.0 kW
Engine (net)
52 hp 38.8 kW
PTO (claimed)
46.5 hp 34.7 kW
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Differential lock
mechanical rear
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Economy cab standard.
Hydraulics
Pump flow
12.4 gpm 46.9 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II/I
Control
position and draft control
Rear lift
3704 lbs 1680 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Clutch
hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO Type
540
Dimensions & Tires
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
485 references literature
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
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
Ag front
7.50-16
Ag rear
12.4-36
Dimensions
Wheelbase
84.65 inches 215 cm
Height
99.21 inches 251 cm
Weight
5622 lbs 2550 kg

Photos

International 485 studio photo

International 485 studio photo

Right side of Interntional 485

Right side of Interntional 485

Right side of Interntional 485

Right side of Interntional 485

Right side of Interntional 485

Right side of Interntional 485

International 485 three-point hitch

International 485 three-point hitch

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for International Harvester 485.

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 485 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester 485.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS

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