International Harvester Hydro 86
The International Harvester Hydro 86 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 310 ci 5.1 L engine. The rated power output is 70.89 hp 52.9 kW. Transmission: variable forward and reverse (2-range). Operating weight: 8200 lbs 3719 kg.
Engine Power
70.89 hp
52.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
variable forward and reverse (2-range)
Operating Weight
8200 lbs
3719 kg
International Harvester Hydro 86 Serial Number & Year Decoder
Find the exact manufacture year of your tractor by checking your chassis serial number below.
Where to Find the Serial NumberThe serial number plate is commonly located on the front frame, tractor transmission housing (right side), or instrument panel badge.
Overview
![]() | 1976 - 1980
86 SeriesRow-Crop tractor |
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1976 - 1980 | |
86 Series | |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Original price was $23,400 in 1980 | |
International Harvester Hydro 86 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ... |
International Harvester Hydro 86 Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 53.4 hp
39.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 69.51 hp
51.8 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 53.86 hp
40.2 kW |
PTO (tested) | 70.89 hp
52.9 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Differential dry disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | 1 |
Pump flow | 12 gpm
45.4 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 8200 lbs
3719 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 15.5-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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1978 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester | |
1979 Buyer's Guide published by International Harvester |
Engine
Engine options | |
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International Harvester 5.1L 6-cyl diesel | |
International Harvester 4.8L 6-cyl gasoline |
Engine Detail — 312 ci / 5.1 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester D-312 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 312 ci
5.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.875x4.410 inches
98 x 112 mm |
Air cleaner | dual dry element with unloader |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Engine Detail — 290.8 ci / 4.8 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 290.8 ci
4.8 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.75x4.39 inches
95 x 112 mm |
Air cleaner | dual stage dry with dust unloader |
Compression | 7.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Engine Detail — 310 ci / 5.1 L Diesel
Manufacturer | International Harvester D-310 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
The D-310 diesel was used on the Hydro 86, replacing the 312, during production in 1979. | |
Displacement | 310 ci
5.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.875x4.375 inches
98 x 111 mm |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 15.1:1 |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Transmission
Transmission — variable forward and reverse (2-range) hydrostatic
Type | hydrostatic |
Gears | variable forward and reverse (2-range) |
Dimensions
International Harvester Hydro 86 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 15.5-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Operating weight | 8200 lbs
3719 kg |
Ballasted weight | 10430 lbs
4731 kg |
Tests
Tractor Tests | |
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NTTL 1154: gasoline hydrostatic 2WD | |
NTTL 1155: 312 diesel hydrostatic 2WD | |
NTTL 1337: 310 diesel hydrostatic 2WD |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1154 | |
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Gasoline hydrostatic 2WD
November 14 - December 3, 1973
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1154 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 69.61 hp
51.9 kW |
Fuel use | 6.9 gal/hour
26.1 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 64.10 hp
47.8 kW |
Fuel use | 5.8 gal/hour
22.0 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 53.86 hp
40.2 kW |
Fuel use | 7.7 gal/hour
29.1 l/hour |
Max pull | 8,427 lbs
3822 kg |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1155 | |
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312 diesel hydrostatic 2WD
November 14 - December 3, 1973
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1155 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 69.51 hp
51.8 kW |
Fuel use | 5.6 gal/hour
21.2 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 65.41 hp
48.8 kW |
Fuel use | 5.3 gal/hour
20.1 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 53.10 hp
39.6 kW |
Fuel use | 5.6 gal/hour
21.2 l/hour |
Max pull | 8,310 lbs
3769 kg |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1337 | |
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310 diesel hydrostatic 2WD
March 27 - September 17, 1980
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1337 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 70.89 hp
52.9 kW |
Fuel use | 5.3 gal/hour
20.1 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 66.64 hp
49.7 kW |
Fuel use | 4.7 gal/hour
17.8 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 52.49 hp
39.1 kW |
Fuel use | 5.3 gal/hour
20.1 l/hour |
Pull at 6.5 KPH | |
Max pull | 8815 lbs
3998 kg |
Pull at 3.3 KPH | |
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