International Harvester Hydro 100

The International Harvester Hydro 100 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 436 ci 7.1 L engine. The listed engine power is 104.17 hp 77.7 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (2-range). Operating weight: 12,130 lbs 5502 kg.

Engine Power
104.17 hp 77.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Operating Weight
12,130 lbs 5502 kg

Overview

International Harvester Hydro 100 tractor photo
1973 - 1976 66 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 66 Series Row-Crop tractor
Production
Manufacturer
International Harvester
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA
Original price was $21,700 in 1976
International Harvester Hydro 100 Engine
International Harvester 7.1L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
International Harvester Hydro 100 Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...
International Harvester Hydro 100 Power
Drawbar (claimed)
80 hp 59.7 kW
PTO (claimed)
104.17 hp 77.7 kW
Drawbar (tested)
78.31 hp 58.4 kW
PTO (tested)
104.17 hp 77.7 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Power steering
Differential hydraulic dry disc brakes
Open operator station. Two-post ROPS and cab available.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Pump flow
12 gpm 45.4 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II
Control
lower-link draft sensing
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
104.8 inches 266 cm
Weight
12,130 lbs 5502 kg
Front tire
10.00-16
Rear tire
18.4-34
Full dimensions and tires ...

Engine

Engine Detail — 436 ci / 7.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer
International Harvester
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
436 ci 7.1 L
Bore/Stroke
4.30x5.00 inches 109 x 127 mm
Air cleaner
dual stage dry
Compression
15.8:1
Rated RPM
2400
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse (2-range) hydrostatic

Manufacturer
International Harvester
Type
hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Hydro 100  hydrostatic speeds

Dimensions

International Harvester Hydro 100 Tires
Ag front
10.00-16
Ag rear
18.4-34
Dimensions
Wheelbase
104.8 inches 266 cm
Operating weight
12,130 lbs 5502 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1158
Diesel hydrostatic 2WD May 7 - 18, 1974 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1158 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
104.17 hp 77.7 kW
Fuel use
7.6 gal/hour 28.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
101.30 hp 75.5 kW
Fuel use
6.8 gal/hour 25.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
78.31 hp 58.4 kW
Fuel use
7.6 gal/hour 28.8 l/hour
Gear 5.5 MPH used for power test.
Max pull
9,801 lbs 4445 kg
Gear 2.85 MPH used for pull test.

Photos

International Harvester Hydro 100

International Harvester Hydro 100

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for International Harvester Hydro 100 based on its 104.17 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)Heavy DutyHeavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼Heavy DutyWide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙Heavy DutyAggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机Heavy DutyHigh density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.
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 Hydro 100.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.4 hrs

Approximately 1.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.6 gal / 28.8 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5.4 gal/hr (20.5 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 Hydro 100 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester Hydro 100.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)104.2 hp
Kilowatts (kW)77.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)105.6 PS

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