International Harvester 785

The International Harvester 785 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 246 ci 4.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 77.4 hp / 57.7 kW; Diesel (gross): 80 hp / 59.7 kW. Transmission: Torque Amplifier.

Engine Power
Diesel (net): 77.4 hp / 57.7 kW; Diesel (gross): 80 hp / 59.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
29.6 gal 112.0 L
Transmission
Torque Amplifier

Overview

International Harvester 785 tractor photo
1981 - 1985 85 SeriesUtility tractor 85 Series Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
International Harvester
Utility tractor
Built in Doncaster, England
International Harvester 785 Engine
International Harvester 4.0L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
29.6 gal 112.0 L
Engine details ...
International Harvester 785 Power
Engine (gross)
80 hp 59.7 kW
Engine (net)
77.4 hp 57.7 kW
PTO (claimed)
68.3 hp 50.9 kW
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock
mechanical rear
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard. Economy and Deluxe cabs available.
Hydraulics
Pump flow
12.4 gpm 46.9 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II
Control
position and draft control
Rear lift
4400 lbs 1995 kg
5250 lbs*With optional assistor ram 2381 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Clutch
hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO Type
540/1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
88.19 inches 224 cm
Front tire
10.00-16
Rear tire
16.9-34
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
References
785 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 — 246 ci / 4.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer
International Harvester D-246
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
246 ci 4.0 L
Bore/Stroke
3.94x5.06 inches 100 x 129 mm
Power (net)
77.4 hp 57.7 kW
Power (gross)
80 hp 59.7 kW
Fuel system
direct injection
Rated RPM
2300
Torque
263 lb-ft 356.6 Nm
Torque RPM
1600
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 785 Tires
2WD Ag front
10.00-16
4WD Ag front
12.4-24
Ag rear
16.9-34
Dimensions
Wheelbase
88.19 inches 224 cm
Length
147.6 inches 374 cm
Height
104 inches 264 cm

Photos

International Harvester 785

International Harvester 785

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for International Harvester 785.

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 785 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester 785.

Converted Equivalents:

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

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