International Harvester Hydro 84

The International Harvester Hydro 84 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 246 ci 4.0 L engine. The listed engine power is 58.73 hp 43.8 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse (2-range). Operating weight: 5620 to 6765 pounds.

Engine Power

58.73 hp 43.8 kW

Fuel & Capacities

20 gal 75.7 L

Transmission

infinite forward and reverse (2-range)

Operating Weight

5620 to 6765 pounds

Overview

	1978 - 1983 84 SeriesUtility tractor 84 Series Utility tractor

Production
Manufacturer	International Harvester
Utility tractor
Built in Doncaster, England
Original price was $23,000 in 1984

International Harvester Hydro 84 Engine
International Harvester 4.0L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

International Harvester Hydro 84 Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...

International Harvester Hydro 84 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	43.6 hp 32.5 kW
PTO (claimed)	58.7 hp 43.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)	42.90 hp 32.0 kW
PTO (tested)	58.73 hp 43.8 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes
Open operator station. ROPS canopy or cab optional.

Capacity
Fuel	20 gal 75.7 L
Hydraulic system	16.5 gal 62.5 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	16.5 gal 62.5 L
Valves	1 or 2
Total flow	13 gpm 49.2 lpm
	15.4 gpmOptOptional 58.3 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Control	position and draft control

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Clutch	hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO Type	540

Dimensions & Tires
Utility Wheelbase	88 inches 223 cm
Row-crop Wheelbase	84.5 inches 214 cm
4WD Wheelbase	85.2 inches 216 cm
Low-profile Wheelbase	83.75 inches 212 cm
Weight	5620 to 6765 pounds
Front tire	7.50-16
Rear tire	16.9-30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References

1979 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester
Buyer's Guide 1981 published by International Harvester
Buyer's Guide 1982 published by International Harvester
84 Series Hi-Performers published in 1978, by International Harvester
International Series 84 Utility/Row-Crop Tractors published in 1978, by International Harvester
International Series 84 tractors published in 1982, by International Harvester
International Series 84 Tractors published in 1983, by International Harvester
Agricultural Equipment Reference Catalog published in 1980, by International Harvester

Engine

Engine Detail — 246 ci / 4.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer	International Harvester D-246
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	246 ci 4.0 L
Bore/Stroke	3.94x5.06 inches 100 x 129 mm
Air cleaner	dry
Compression	15.5:1
Rated RPM	2400
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	8.8 qts 8.3 L
Coolant capacity	14.4 qts 13.6 L

Transmission

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

Type	hydrostatic
Gears	infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Oil capacity	66 qts 62.5 L
The hydrostatic transmission provides a high and low range, and an infinite number of speeds from zero to specific maximum in each range.
With 16.9-30 rear tires.

Dimensions

International Harvester Hydro 84 Tires
Ag front	7.50-16
Ag rear	16.9-30

Dimensions
Utility Wheelbase	88 inches 223 cm
Row-crop Wheelbase	84.5 inches 214 cm
4WD Wheelbase	85.2 inches 216 cm
Low-profile Wheelbase	83.75 inches 212 cm
Utility Length	142 inches 360 cm
Row-crop Length	139 inches 353 cm
4WD Length	147.2 inches 373 cm
Low-profile Length	142 inches 360 cm
Utility Width	74 inches 187 cm
Row-crop Width	75 inches 190 cm
4WD Width	74 inches 187 cm
Low-profile Width	78.5 inches 199 cm
Utility Ground clearance	17.75 inches 45 cm
Row-crop Ground clearance	17.75 inches 45 cm
4WD Ground clearance	17.75 inches 45 cm
Low-profile Ground clearance	10.7 inches 27 cm

International Harvester Hydro 84 Weight
Utility Shipping	5720 lbs 2594 kg
Row-crop Shipping	5970 lbs 2707 kg
4WD Shipping	6765 lbs 3068 kg
Low-profile Shipping	5620 lbs 2549 kg

International Harvester Hydro 84 Height
Utility Steering wheel	63 inches 160 cm
Row-crop Steering wheel	63 inches 160 cm
4WD Steering wheel	63 inches 160 cm
Low-profile Steering wheel	56.5 inches 143 cm
ROPS	100 inches 254 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1316
Diesel hydrostatic 2WD May 25 - June 6, 1979 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1316 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	58.73 hp 43.8 kW
Fuel use	4.3 gal/hour 16.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	56.68 hp 42.3 kW
Fuel use	4.0 gal/hour 15.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	42.90 hp 32.0 kW
Fuel use	4.2 gal/hour 15.9 l/hour
Pull at 9.5 KPH
Max pull	6,572 lbs 2981 kg
Pull at 3.8 KPH

Photos

International Hydro 84 with four-wheel drive.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for International Harvester Hydro 84 based on its 58.73 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
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	Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm)	Medium Duty	Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay.

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 84.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.5 hrs

Approximately 6.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (20 gal / 75.7 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.1 gal/hr (11.6 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