International Harvester 5288

The International Harvester 5288 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 466 ci 7.6 L engine. The listed engine power is 162.6 hp 121.3 kW. Transmission: Synchro Tri-Six (STS). Operating weight: 14610 to 17055 pounds.

Engine Power

162.6 hp 121.3 kW

Fuel & Capacities

87 gal 329.3 L

Transmission

Synchro Tri-Six (STS)

Operating Weight

14610 to 17055 pounds

Overview

	1981 - 1985 50 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 50 Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	International Harvester
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA
Total built	5,905
Original price was $60,000 in 1985

International Harvester 5288 Engine
International Harvester 7.6L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

International Harvester 5288 Transmission
18-speed partial power shift
Transmission details ...

International Harvester 5288 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	141 hp 105.1 kW
PTO (claimed)	160 hp 119.3 kW
Drawbar (tested)	137.63 hp 102.6 kW
PTO (tested)	162.6 hp 121.3 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives	planetary
Differential lock	mechanical rear
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard with heat and air-conditioning. Optional burgundy or western interior finish.

Capacity
Fuel	87 gal 329.3 L
Hydraulic system	43.5 gal 164.6 L

Hydraulics
Type	closed center
Capacity	43.5 gal 164.6 L
Valves	2
Pump flow	25 gpm 94.6 lpm
	40 gpmOptOptional 151.4 lpm
Total flow	67 gpm 253.6 lpm
	82 gpmOptOptional 310.4 lpm
Steering flow	12 gpm 45.4 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III
Rear lift	8076 lbs 3663 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	1000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	111.6 inches 283 cm
Weight	14610 to 17055 pounds
Front tire	14L-16.1
Rear tire	20.8-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References

Buyer's Guide 1982 published by International Harvester
The New Number One! - Tractors 135/160/185 HP published in 1981, by International Harvester
50 Series Tractors published in 1985, by International Harvester

Engine

Engine Detail — 466 ci / 7.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer	International Harvester DT-466B
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement	466 ci 7.6 L
Bore/Stroke	4.30x5.35 inches 109 x 136 mm
Rated RPM	2400
Idle RPM	800-2660
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	20 qts 18.9 L
Coolant capacity	31 qts 29.3 L

Transmission

Transmission — Synchro Tri-Six (STS)

Transmission	Synchro Tri-Six (STS)
Type	partial power shift
Gears	18 forward and 6 reverse
Oil capacity	174 qts 164.7 L
Left lever selects gear, right lever selects high, medium, low, or reverse range. Clutch-free on-the-move powershifting in gear pairs 1/2, 3/4, and 5/6. Synchronized on-the-move shifting (with the clutch) between pairs.
With 20.8-38 rear tires.

Dimensions

International Harvester 5288 Tires
Ag front	14L-16.1
Ag rear	20.8-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	111.6 inches 283 cm
Length	196.6 inches 499 cm
Width	112 inches 284 cm
Height	116 inches 294 cm
Ground clearance	18.3 inches 46 cm
Bar rear axle	4.00 by 112 inches 101 by 2844 mm
Front tread	62 to 86 inches 157 to 218 cm

International Harvester 5288 Weight
2WD Shipping	14610 lbs 6627 kg
4WD Shipping	15807 lbs 7170 kg
Operating	17055 lbs 7736 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1420
Diesel 18-speed 2WD November 13 - 24, 1981 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1420 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	162.6 hp 121.3 kW
Fuel use	10.1 gal/hour 38.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	137.63 hp 102.6 kW
Fuel use	10.0 gal/hour 37.9 l/hour
Max pull	17577 lbs 7972 kg

Photos

International 5288, front-left view

International 5288, front-right view

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 5288 based on its 162.6 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)	Commercial / Field Scale	Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼	Commercial / Field Scale	Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙	Commercial / Field Scale	Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes.
Hay BalerHay & Forage	Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)	Commercial / Field Scale	High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).

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 5288.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.3 hrs

Approximately 10.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (87 gal / 329.3 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~8.5 gal/hr (32 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