International Harvester 884

The International Harvester 884 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 268 ci 4.4 L engine. The listed engine power is 72.91 hp 54.4 kW. Transmission: Torque Amplifier. Operating weight: 5905 to 7223 pounds.

Engine Power

72.91 hp 54.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

20 gal 75.7 L

Transmission

Torque Amplifier

Operating Weight

5905 to 7223 pounds

Overview

	1979 - 1984 84 SeriesUtility tractor 84 Series Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	International Harvester
Utility tractor
Original price was $25,600 in 1984

International Harvester 884 Engine
International Harvester 4.4L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

International Harvester 884 Transmission
16-speed two-speed power shift
Transmission details ...

International Harvester 884 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	65.4 hp 48.8 kW
PTO (claimed)	72.9 hp 54.4 kW
Drawbar (tested)	63.97 hp 47.7 kW
PTO (tested)	72.91 hp 54.4 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes
Two-post ROPS. Cab optional.

Capacity
Fuel	20 gal 75.7 L
Hydraulic system	9 gal 34.1 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	9 gal 34.1 L
Valves	1 or 2
Total flow	15.4 gpm 58.3 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	position and draft control
Rear lift	3600 lbs 1632 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Clutch	hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO Type	540/1000 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires
Utility Wheelbase	88 inches 223 cm
Row-crop Wheelbase	84.5 inches 214 cm
4WD Wheelbase	85.2 inches 216 cm
Low-profile Wheelbase	83.75 inches 212 cm
Weight	5905 to 7223 pounds
Front tire	7.50-18
Rear tire	18.4-30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging amps	45
Battery volts	12

References

1985 Farm Equipment Buyer's Guide published by CaseIH
Buyer's Guide 1981 published by International Harvester
Buyer's Guide 1982 published by International Harvester
International Series 84 tractors published in 1982, by International Harvester
International Series 84 Tractors published in 1983, by International Harvester
884 tractor / Row-Crop published by International Harvester
884 tractor / Utility published by International Harvester
Hydro 84 tractor / Row-Crop published by International Harvester
Agricultural Equipment Reference Catalog published in 1980, by International Harvester

Engine

Engine Detail — 268 ci / 4.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer	International Harvester D-268
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	268 ci 4.4 L
Bore/Stroke	3.937x5.51 inches 100 x 140 mm
Air cleaner	dry
Rated RPM	2400
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	8.8 qts 8.3 L
Coolant capacity	14.4 qts 13.6 L

Transmission

Transmission — Torque Amplifier

Transmission	Torque Amplifier
Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	16 forward and 8 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Oil capacity	36 qts 34.1 L
The basic transmission provides four gears in each of high, low, and reverse ranges. The Torque Amplifier (TA) provides an on-the-move clutchless power shift from direct drive (DD) to the lower TA speed.
With 18.4-30 rear tires.

Dimensions

International Harvester 884 Tires
Ag front	7.50-18
Ag rear	18.4-30 (utility)
	15.5-38 (row-crop)

Dimensions
Utility Wheelbase	88 inches 223 cm
Row-crop Wheelbase	84.5 inches 214 cm
4WD Wheelbase	85.2 inches 216 cm
Low-profile Wheelbase	83.75 inches 212 cm
Utility Length	142 inches 360 cm
Row-crop Length	139 inches 353 cm
4WD Length	148.2 inches 376 cm
Low-profile Length	142 inches 360 cm
Utility Width	75 inches 190 cm
Row-crop Width	74 inches 187 cm
4WD Width	74 inches 187 cm
Low-profile Width	78.5 inches 199 cm
Utility Ground clearance	17.75 inches 45 cm
Row-crop Ground clearance	19.7 inches 50 cm
4WD Ground clearance	17.75 inches 45 cm
Low-profile Ground clearance	10.7 inches 27 cm

International Harvester 884 Weight
Utility Shipping	6065 lbs 2751 kg
Row-crop Shipping	6315 lbs 2864 kg
4WD Shipping	7223 lbs 3276 kg
Low-profile Shipping	5905 lbs 2678 kg
Ballasted	10150 lbs*Row-crop with filled 18.4-30 rear tires plus front and rear wheel weights. 4604 kg

International Harvester 884 Height
Utility Steering wheel	64 inches 162 cm
Row-crop Steering wheel	65 inches 165 cm
4WD Steering wheel	64 inches 162 cm
Low-profile Steering wheel	56.5 inches 143 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1376
Diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD November 5 - 13, 1980 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1376 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	72.91 hp 54.4 kW
Fuel use	4.7 gal/hour 17.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	69.76 hp 52.0 kW
Fuel use	4.4 gal/hour 16.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	63.97 hp 47.7 kW
Fuel use	4.7 gal/hour 17.8 l/hour
Gear 2H-TA used for power test.
Max pull	8116 lbs 3681 kg
Gear 3L-TA used for pull test.

Photos

International Harvester 884

International Harvester 884.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 884 based on its 72.91 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	7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m	Heavy Duty	Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm	Heavy Duty	Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
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	4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机	Heavy Duty	Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch.

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 884.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.3 hrs

Approximately 5.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (20 gal / 75.7 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.8 gal/hr (14.4 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