International Harvester TD-15

The International Harvester TD-15 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 554 ci 9.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 105 hp / 78.3 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and reverse. Drive type: crawler. Operating weight: 22540 lbs 10224 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (net): 105 hp / 78.3 kW

Drive & Traction

crawler

Fuel & Capacities

61 gal 230.9 L

Transmission

6 forward and reverse

Operating Weight

22540 lbs 10224 kg

Overview

	1958 - 1961 Agricultural Crawler tractor

Production
Manufacturer	International Harvester
Agricultural Crawler tractor
Built in Melrose Park, Illinois, USA
Total built	3,500

International Harvester TD-15 Engine
International Harvester 9.1L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	61 gal 230.9 L
Aux. fuel	1.33 gal 5.0 L
Engine details ...

International Harvester TD-15 Transmission
6-speed shuttle
Transmission details ...

International Harvester TD-15 Power
Engine (net)	105 hp 78.3 kW
Drawbar (claimed)	85 hp 63.4 kW
Drawbar (tested)	76.97 hp 57.4 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Drive	crawler
Open operator station.

Dimensions & Tracks
Weight	22540 lbs 10224 kg
16-inch tracks
Full dimensions and tracks ...

Electrical
Charging system	generator
Batteries	2
Battery volts	6

References

Crawler Tractors with Drott 4 in 1 Skid-Shovels published in 1961, by International Harvester

Engine

Engine Detail — 554 ci / 9.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer	International Harvester
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical L-head
Displacement	554 ci 9.1 L
Bore/Stroke	4.625x5.50 inches 117 x 140 mm
Power (net)	105 hp 78.3 kW
Compression	15.95:1
Rated RPM	1650
Torque	386 lb-ft 523.4 Nm
Torque RPM	1200
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	76 qts 71.9 L

Transmission

Transmission — 6 forward and reverse shuttle

Type	shuttle
Gears	6 forward and reverse
Clutch	381mm dry disc

Dimensions

International Harvester TD-15 Tracks
Width	16 inches 40 cm

Dimensions
Length	150.75 inches 382 cm
Width	92 inches 233 cm
Height (hood)	81.5 inches 207 cm
Height (exhaust)	93.5 inches 237 cm
Operating weight	22540 lbs 10224 kg
Ground clearance	11 inches 27 cm
Gauge	74 inches 187 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 750
Diesel crawler July 30 - August 17, 1960 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 750 file
Drawbar performance
Max power	76.97 hp 57.4 kW
Fuel use	7.8 gal/hour 29.5 l/hour
Gear 2 used for power test.
Max pull	21275 lbs 9650 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Photos

International Harvester TD-15

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for International Harvester TD-15 based on its 105 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)	Heavy Duty	Heavy 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 Duty	Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机	Commercial / Field Scale	Deep 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 Duty	Aggressive 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 Duty	High 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 TD-15.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 11.2 hrs

Approximately 11.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (61 gal / 230.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5.5 gal/hr (20.7 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