International Harvester 886

The International Harvester 886 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 358 ci 5.9 L engine. The listed engine power is 90.56 hp 67.5 kW. Transmission: Torque Amplifier. Operating weight: 11,000 lbs 4989 kg.

Engine Power

90.56 hp 67.5 kW

Fuel & Capacities

50 gal 189.2 L

Transmission

Torque Amplifier

Operating Weight

11,000 lbs 4989 kg

Overview

	1976 - 1981 86 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 86 Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	International Harvester
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA
Total built	9,578
Original price was $27,500 in 1981

International Harvester 886 Engine
International Harvester 5.9L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

International Harvester 886 Transmission
16-speed two-speed power shift
Transmission details ...

International Harvester 886 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	74 hp 55.2 kW
PTO (claimed)	85 hp 63.4 kW
Drawbar (tested)	77.78 hp 58.0 kW
PTO (tested)	90.56 hp 67.5 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives	bull gear
Steering	power assist
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning. Open operator station and four-post ROPS available.

Capacity
Fuel	50 gal 189.2 L
	22 gal (auxiliary tank) 83.3 L
Hydraulic system	22.5 gal 85.2 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	22.5 gal 85.2 L

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/1000 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	105 inches (wide-tread front) 266 cm
	101 inches (tricycle front) 256 cm
	99 inches (4WD) 251 cm
Weight	11,000 lbs 4989 kg
Front tire	10.00-16
Rear tire	18.4-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	42
	61 (with cab)
Batteries	2
Battery CCA	470
Battery volts	12

References

1978 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester
1979 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester
Buyer's Guide 1981 published by International Harvester
Series 86 Tractors published in 1976, by International Harvester
86 Series Tractors - The pro-ag line published in 1976, by International Harvester
Operator's Manual 786, 886, 986, 1086, 1486, 1586 and Hydro-186 Tractors (1096207R4) published in 1986

Engine

Engine Detail — 360 ci / 5.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer	International Harvester D-360
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
The D360 engine was used in the 886 until 1979, serial number 14471.
Displacement	360 ci 5.9 L
Bore/Stroke	3.875x5.085 inches 98 x 129 mm
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Rated RPM	2400
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	24 qts 22.7 L
Oil capacity	12 qts 11.4 L

Engine Detail — 358 ci / 5.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer	International Harvester D-358
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
The IH 886 tractor switched to the D-358 engine in 1979, serial number 14472.
Displacement	358 ci 5.9 L
Bore/Stroke	3.875x5.0625 inches 98 x 129 mm
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Compression	14.8:1
Rated RPM	2400
Coolant capacity	24 qts 22.7 L
Oil capacity	12 qts 11.4 L

Transmission

Transmission — Torque Amplifier

Transmission	Torque Amplifier
Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	16 forward and 8 reverse
Oil capacity	90 qts 85.2 L
Oil type	IH Hy-Tran/B-6
The transmission features three ranges (low, high, and reverse) with four gears (1-4) in each range. The Torque Amplifier (TA) provides an additional high/low selection for each speed. The range and gear can be shifted only when the tractor is stopped. The TA can be shifted while the tractor is in motion.
18.4-34 rear tires.

	IH Hy-Tran/B-6

Dimensions

International Harvester 886 Tires
Ag front	10.00-16
Ag rear	18.4-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	105 inches (wide-tread front) 266 cm
	101 inches (tricycle front) 256 cm
	99 inches (4WD) 251 cm
Length	165 inches 419 cm
	163 inches (4WD) 414 cm
Width	102 inches 259 cm
Height (cab)	112 inches 284 cm
Shipping weight	11,000 lbs 4989 kg
Ground clearance	13 inches 33 cm

Tests

Tractor Tests
NTTL 1254: 360 diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD
NTTL 1338: 358 diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD
NTTL 1339: 358 diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD

Nebraska Tractor Test 1254
360 diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD September 15 - 23, 1977 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1254 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	86.14 hp 64.2 kW
Fuel use	6.3 gal/hour 23.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	83.16 hp 62.0 kW
Fuel use	5.8 gal/hour 22.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	73.07 hp 54.5 kW
Fuel use	6.2 gal/hour 23.5 l/hour
Gear 4-Low-Direct used for power test.
Max pull	10,485 lbs 4755 kg
Gear 2-Low-Direct used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 1338
358 diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD March 26 - April 10, 1980 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1338 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	86.57 hp 64.6 kW
Fuel use	5.8 gal/hour 22.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	83.91 hp 62.6 kW
Fuel use	5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	75.08 hp 56.0 kW
Fuel use	5.8 gal/hour 22.0 l/hour
Gear 1-Hi-TA used for power test.
Max pull	10,807 lbs 4902 kg
Gear 2-Low-Direct used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 1339
358 diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD April 10 - 18, 1980 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1339 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	90.56 hp 67.5 kW
Fuel use	6.1 gal/hour 23.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	88.23 hp 65.8 kW
Fuel use	5.6 gal/hour 21.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	77.78 hp 58.0 kW
Fuel use	6.1 gal/hour 23.1 l/hour
Gear 1-Hi-TA used for power test.
Max pull	10,930 lbs 4957 kg
Gear 2-Low-Direct used for pull test.

Photos

International 886, front-right side

International 886, left side

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 886 based on its 90.56 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)	Heavy Duty	Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended.
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	10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙	Heavy Duty	Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
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 886.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.6 hrs

Approximately 10.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (50 gal / 189.3 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.7 gal/hr (17.8 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