International Harvester D-217
The International Harvester D-217 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 74.3 ci 1.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 2350 lbs 1065 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.1 gal
26.9 L
Transmission
6 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
2350 lbs
1065 kg
Overview
 | 1956 - 1962
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Neuss, Germany | |
Total built | 10,145 |
Variants | |
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IH D-217 | standard chassis |
Farmall D-217 | row-crop chassis |
International Harvester D-217 Engine | |
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International Harvester 1.2L 2-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 7.1 gal
26.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
International Harvester D-217 Transmission | |
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6-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
International Harvester D-217 Power | |
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Engine | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Open operator station. | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 68.1 inches
172 cm |
Weight | 2350 lbs
1065 kg |
Front tire | 4.50x16 |
Rear tire | 8x24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Belt Pulley | |
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Diameter | 9.5 inches
24 cm |
Width | 6.375 inches
16 cm |
RPM | 1395 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 74.3 ci / 1.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester DD-74 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 74.3 ci
1.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.437x4.00 inches
87 x 102 mm |
Power | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Compression | 19:1 |
Rated RPM | 1900 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 3.3 qts
3.1 L |
Coolant capacity | 10.6 qts
10.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 6 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
International Harvester D-217 Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.50x16 |
Ag rear | 8x24 |
Ag front | 5.00x16 |
4.00x19 | |
Ag rear | 9x24 |
8x32 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 68.1 inches
172 cm |
Length | 105.2 inches
267 cm |
Width | 67.375 inches
171 cm |
Height | 55 inches
139 cm |
Weight | 2350 lbs
1065 kg |
Ground clearance | 13.9 inches
35 cm |
Front tread | 49.25 to 59 inches
125 to 149 cm |
Rear tread | 49.25 to 59 inches
125 to 149 cm |
Photos
International Harvester D-217 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for International Harvester D-217 based on its 17 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
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 D-217.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8 hrs
Approximately 8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.1 gal / 26.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.3 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 D-217 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester D-217.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.2 PS
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