International Harvester DED
The International Harvester DED is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 99.5 ci 1.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 20 hp / 14.9 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 2624 lbs 1190 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 20 hp / 14.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
2624 lbs
1190 kg
Overview
![]() | 1953 - 1956 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Built in Neuss, Germany | |
Total built | 8,652 |
Variants |
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International Harvester DED Engine | |
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International Harvester 1.6L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
International Harvester DED Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
International Harvester DED Power | |
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Engine | 20 hp
14.9 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 66 inches
167 cm |
Weight | 2624 lbs
1190 kg |
Front tire | 4.00-19 |
Rear tire | 8-32 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 99.5 ci / 1.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester DD-99 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 99.5 ci
1.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.252x4.00 inches
83 x 102 mm |
Power | 20 hp
14.9 kW |
Rated RPM | 1800 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | 228.6mm dry disc |
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Dimensions
International Harvester DED Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.00-19 |
Ag rear | 8-32 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 66 inches
167 cm |
Length | 107.5 inches
273 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 62.5 inches
158 cm |
Weight | 2624 lbs
1190 kg |
Ground clearance | 15.6 inches
39 cm |
Front tread | 49 to 81 inches
124 to 205 cm |
Rear tread | 49 to 75 inches
124 to 190 cm |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for International Harvester DED based on its 20 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. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 DED.
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 DED Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester DED.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)20 hp
Kilowatts (kW)14.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)20.3 PS
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