International Harvester B-614
The International Harvester B-614 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 281 ci 4.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 62.5 hp / 46.6 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 6188 lbs 2806 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 62.5 hp / 46.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
20.4 gal
77.2 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
6188 lbs
2806 kg
Overview
 | 1963 - 1968
Standard-tread tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Built in Doncaster, England | |
Total built | 3,947 |
International Harvester B-614 Engine | |
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International Harvester 4.6L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
International Harvester B-614 Transmission | |
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8-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
International Harvester B-614 Power | |
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Engine | 62.5 hp
46.6 kW |
Drawbar (claimed) | 52 hp
38.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 55 hp
41.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 20.4 gal
77.2 L |
Hydraulic system | 4.2 gal
15.9 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 4.2 gal
15.9 L |
Pressure | 2000 psi
137.9 bar |
Pump flow | 7.2 gpm
27.3 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift (at ends) | 3700 lbs
1678 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
independent OptOptional | |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1150 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 6188 lbs
2806 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 12-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | generator |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 6 |
References | |
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International 1917-1961 Vintage Tractor Special by Allen Condie* | |
The Roar of Dust and Diesel - A Story of International Harvester Doncaster by Mike Teanby | |
World Wide Farm Equipment Buyer's Guide published in 1968, by International Harvester* | |
McCormick B-614 Tractor published in 1965, by International Harvester | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine Detail — 281 ci / 4.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester BD-281 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 281 ci
4.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.135x5.25 inches
105 x 133 mm |
Power | 62.5 hp
46.6 kW |
Rated RPM | 1600 |
Torque | 225 lb-ft
305.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
International Harvester B-614 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
With 12.00-38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
International Harvester B-614 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 12-38 |
Ag front | 6-16 |
6-19 | |
Ag rear | 11-38 |
14-30 | |
15-30 | |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 139 inches
353 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 68 inches
172 cm |
Operating weight | 6188 lbs
2806 kg |
Ground clearance | 16.75 inches
42 cm |
Front tread | 51.75 to 61 inches
131 to 154 cm |
Front tread | 52 to 76 inches
132 to 193 cm |
Rear tread | 52 to 72 inches
132 to 182 cm |
Rear tread | 52 to 88 inches
132 to 223 cm |
Photos
International Harvester B-614
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for International Harvester B-614 based on its 62.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
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 B-614.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.3 hrs
Approximately 6.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (20.4 gal / 77.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.3 gal/hr (12.3 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
International Harvester B-614 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester B-614.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)62.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)46.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)63.4 PS
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