International Harvester 834
The International Harvester 834 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 246.1 ci 4.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 73.8 hp / 55.0 kW; Diesel (gross): 81.8 hp / 61.0 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 7518 to 8289 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 73.8 hp / 55.0 kW; Diesel (gross): 81.8 hp / 61.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
18.5 gal
70.0 L
Transmission
12 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
7518 to 8289 pounds
Overview
![]() | 1972 - 1974
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Row-Crop tractor | |
International Harvester 834 Engine | |
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International Harvester 4.0L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 18.5 gal
70.0 L |
Engine details ... | |
International Harvester 834 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 81.8 hp
61.0 kW |
Engine (net) | 73.8 hp
55.0 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 69.7 hp
52.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | pllanetary |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 83.5 inches
212 cm |
Weight | 7518 to 8289 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50x16 |
2WD Rear tire | 16.9/14x34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 246.1 ci / 4.0 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester D-246 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 246.1 ci
4.0 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.94x5.06 inches
100 x 129 mm |
Power (net) | 73.8 hp
55.0 kW |
Power (gross) | 81.8 hp
61.0 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Compression | 16:1 |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Torque | 193.8 lb-ft
262.8 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 9.5 qts
9.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 20.6 qts
19.5 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed | |
12-speed |
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 280mm dry disc |
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Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 280mm dry disc |
Dimensions
International Harvester 834 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50x16. Rear: 16.9/14x34 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2/10x24. Rear: 16.9/14x34 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 83.5 inches
212 cm |
2WD Length | 131.5 inches
334 cm |
4WD Length | 136.6 inches
346 cm |
Width | 74.4 inches
188 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 65 inches
165 cm |
2WD Weight | 7518 lbs
3410 kg |
4WD Weight | 8289 lbs
3759 kg |
2WD Front tread | 51.6 to 70.1 inches
131 to 178 cm |
4WD Front tread | 59.1 inches
150 cm |
Rear tread | 57.5 to 77.2 inches
146 to 196 cm |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for International Harvester 834.
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 834 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester 834.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Engine Power:Diesel (net): 73.8 hp / 55.0 kW; Diesel (gross): 81.8 hp / 61.0 kW
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