International Harvester 544

The International Harvester 544 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 200.3 ci 3.3 L engine. The listed engine power is 55.52 hp 41.4 kW. Transmission: Torque Amplifier. Operating weight: 4980 to 7215 pounds.

Engine Power

55.52 hp 41.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

Gasoline

Transmission

Torque Amplifier

Operating Weight

4980 to 7215 pounds

Overview

	1968 - 1973 Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	International Harvester
Utility tractor
Built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA
Total built	13,000
Original price was $7,500 in 1973

Variants
Farmall 544	row-crop tractor
2544	industrial tractor

International Harvester 544 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	45.4 hp 33.9 kW
PTO (claimed)	52 hp 38.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)	44.74 hp 33.4 kW
PTO (tested)	55.52 hp 41.4 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Power steering
Disc brakes
Open operator station.

Hydraulics
Pump flow	6 gpm 22.7 lpm
Total flow	12 gpm 45.4 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	2

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/1000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	73 inches 185 cm
Weight	4980 to 7215 pounds
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tire	14.9-28
Full dimensions and tires ...

References

Farm Loaders published in 1970, by International Harvester
Spring 1968 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester
Summer-Fall 1968 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester
Spring 1969 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester
Spring 1970 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester
Spring 1971 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester
Farm Equipment Reference Catalog published in 1968, by International Harvester

Engine

Engine options
International Harvester 3.9L 4-cyl diesel
International Harvester 3.3L 4-cyl gasoline

Engine Detail — 238.6 ci / 3.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer	International Harvester D239
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	238.6 ci 3.9 L
Bore/Stroke	3.875x5.06 inches 98 x 129 mm
Compression	16:1
Rated RPM	2400
Oil capacity	7 qts 6.6 L
Coolant capacity	15 qts 14.2 L

Engine Detail — 200.3 ci / 3.3 L Gasoline

Manufacturer	International Harvester C200
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	200.3 ci 3.3 L
Bore/Stroke	3.813x4.39 inches 97 x 112 mm
Compression	7.6:1
Rated RPM	2400
Oil capacity	7 qts 6.6 L
Coolant capacity	14 qts 13.2 L

Transmission

Transmission options
5-speed gear
10-speed two-speed power shift
hydrostatic
5-speed shuttle

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	5 forward and 1 reverse

Transmission — Torque Amplifier

Transmission	Torque Amplifier
Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	10 forward and 2 reverse

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse hydrostatic

Type	hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse

Transmission — 5 forward and reverse shuttle

Type	shuttle
Gears	5 forward and reverse

Dimensions

International Harvester 544 Tires
Ag front	6.00-16
Ag rear	14.9-28

Dimensions
Wheelbase	73 inches 185 cm
Length	138 inches 350 cm
Width	71 inches 180 cm
Height (steering wheel)	62 inches 157 cm
Clearance (front axle)	18 inches 45 cm
Clearance (drawbar)	11 inches 27 cm

International Harvester 544 Weight
Gasoline Shipping	4980 lbs 2258 kg
Diesel Shipping	5220 lbs 2367 kg
Diesel gear Operating	7195 lbs 3263 kg
Diesel hydro Operating	7215 lbs 3272 kg

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 983: diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD
NTTL 984: gasoline Torque Amplifier 2WD
NTTL 1007: gasoline hydrostatic 2WD
NTTL 1029: diesel hydrostatic 2WD

Nebraska Tractor Test 983
Diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD September 7 - 20, 1968 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 983 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	52.95 hp 39.5 kW
Fuel use	3.3 gal/hour 12.5 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	49.66 hp 37.0 kW
Fuel use	3.0 gal/hour 11.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	44.56 hp 33.2 kW
Fuel use	3.3 gal/hour 12.5 l/hour
Gear 3-Direct used for power test.
Max pull	6,528 lbs 2961 kg
Gear 2-TA used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 984
Gasoline Torque Amplifier 2WD September 7 - 20, 1968 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 984 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	52.84 hp 39.4 kW
Fuel use	4.4 gal/hour 16.7 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	50.29 hp 37.5 kW
Fuel use	4.1 gal/hour 15.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	44.74 hp 33.4 kW
Fuel use	4.4 gal/hour 16.7 l/hour
Gear 3-Direct used for power test.
Max pull	6,521 lbs 2957 kg
Gear 2-TA used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 1007
Gasoline hydrostatic 2WD April 23 - May 5, 1969 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1007 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	53.87 hp 40.2 kW
Fuel use	5.5 gal/hour 20.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	49.11 hp 36.6 kW
Fuel use	4.8 gal/hour 18.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	40.33 hp 30.1 kW
Fuel use	5.5 gal/hour 20.8 l/hour
Max pull	6,518 lbs 2956 kg

Nebraska Tractor Test 1029
Diesel hydrostatic 2WD November 1 - 7, 1969 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1029 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	55.52 hp 41.4 kW
Fuel use	4.2 gal/hour 15.9 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	50.06 hp 37.3 kW
Fuel use	3.5 gal/hour 13.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	41.58 hp 31.0 kW
Fuel use	4.2 gal/hour 15.9 l/hour
Max pull	6,579 lbs 2984 kg

Photos

International Harvester 544

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 544 based on its 55.52 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm)	Heavy Duty	Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover.
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 544.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.5 hrs

Approximately 1.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (4.2 gal / 15.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.9 gal/hr (10.9 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