International Harvester 956

The International Harvester 956 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 358 ci 5.9 L engine. The rated power output is 95 hp 70.8 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 8 reverse. Operating weight: 9458 to 10538 pounds.

Overview

	1982 - 1985 56XL SeriesRow-Crop tractor
1982 - 1985
56XL Series
Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	International Harvester
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Neuss, Germany

Variants
956XL	deluxe cab

International Harvester 956 Engine
International Harvester 5.9L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

International Harvester 956 Transmission
16-speed two-speed power shift
Transmission details ...

International Harvester 956 Power
Engine (net)	95 hp 70.8 kW
PTO (claimed)	91 hp 67.9 kW

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives	planetary
Differential lock	mechanical rear
Power steering
Four-post ROPS. Standard cab and deluxe XL cab optional.

Capacity
Fuel	37 gal 140.0 L
Hydraulic system	12.2 gal 46.2 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	12.2 gal 46.2 L
Pressure	2346 psi 161.8 bar
Pump flow	11.1 gpm 42.0 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	position and draft control
Rear lift (at ends)	9171 lbs 4159 kg
	11023 lbsOptOptional 5000 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Clutch	310mm dry disc
Rear PTO Type	540/1000
Engine RPM	540@1920
	1000@2000

Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase	103.4 inches 262 cm
4WD Wheelbase	101.9 inches 258 cm
Weight	9458 to 10538 pounds
Front tire	10.00-16
2WD Rear tire	16.9R38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	55
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	110

References
956XL - 1056XL published by International Harvester

Engine

Engine Detail — 358 ci / 5.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer	International Harvester D-358
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	358 ci 5.9 L
Bore/Stroke	3.875x5.0625 inches 98 x 129 mm
Power (net)	95 hp 70.8 kW
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	dry
Rated RPM	2200
Torque	250 lb-ft 339.0 Nm
Torque RPM	1400
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	12.7 qts 12.0 L
Coolant capacity	25.4 qts 24.0 L

Transmission

Transmission — 16 forward and 8 reverse two-speed power shift

Type	two-speed power shift
Gears	16 forward and 8 reverse
Clutch	310mm cerametallic disc

Dimensions

International Harvester 956 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 16.9R38
4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 12.4R28. Rear: 16.9R38

Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase	103.4 inches 262 cm
4WD Wheelbase	101.9 inches 258 cm
2WD Length	165 inches 419 cm
4WD Length	166.5 inches 422 cm
Width	91 inches 231 cm
Height (cab)	108 inches 274 cm
2WD Cab Weight	9458 lbs 4290 kg
4WD Cab Weight	10538 lbs 4780 kg
4WD Clearance (front axle)	15 inches 38 cm
2WD Front tread	59 to 71 inches 149 to 180 cm
4WD Front tread	64 to 75 inches 162 to 190 cm
Rear tread	67 to 87 inches 170 to 220 cm

Photos

International 956XL, left side.

International 956XL, right side.

International 956XL, rear view.