International Harvester Hydro 85

The International Harvester Hydro 85 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 246 ci 4.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 77.4 hp / 57.7 kW; Diesel (gross): 80 hp / 59.7 kW. Transmission: infinite forward and reverse.

Engine Power
Diesel (net): 77.4 hp / 57.7 kW; Diesel (gross): 80 hp / 59.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
29.6 gal 112.0 L
Transmission
infinite forward and reverse

Overview

International Harvester Hydro 85 tractor photo
1981 - 1985 85 SeriesUtility tractor 85 Series Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
International Harvester
Utility tractor
Built in Doncaster, England
International Harvester Hydro 85 Engine
International Harvester 4.0L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
29.6 gal 112.0 L
Engine details ...
International Harvester Hydro 85 Transmission
hydrostatic
Transmission details ...
International Harvester Hydro 85 Power
Engine (gross)
80 hp 59.7 kW
Engine (net)
77.4 hp 57.7 kW
PTO (claimed)
68.3 hp 50.9 kW
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock
mechanical rear
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard. Economy and Deluxe cabs available.
Hydraulics
Pump flow
12.4 gpm 46.9 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II
Control
position and draft control
Rear lift
4400 lbs 1995 kg
5250 lbs*With optional assistor ram 2381 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Clutch
hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO Type
540/1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
88.2 inches 224 cm
Front tire
10.00-16
Rear tire
16.9-34
Full dimensions and tires ...
References
Hydro 85 references literature
Field Force published in 1981, by International Harvester
85 Series published in 1981, by International Harvester
85 Series published 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
Power (net)
77.4 hp 57.7 kW
Power (gross)
80 hp 59.7 kW
Fuel system
indirect injection
Rated RPM
2300
Torque
194 lb-ft 263.1 Nm
Torque RPM
1600
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — infinite forward and reverse hydrostatic

Type
hydrostatic
Gears
infinite forward and reverse
Hydro 85  hydrostatic speeds

Dimensions

International Harvester Hydro 85 Tires
Ag front
10.00-16 (2WD)
12.4-24 (MFWD)
Ag rear
16.9-34
Dimensions
Wheelbase
88.2 inches 224 cm
Length
147.6 inches 374 cm

Photos

International Harvester Hydro 85 tractor photo

International Harvester Hydro 85 tractor photo

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for International Harvester Hydro 85.

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 85 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester Hydro 85.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS

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