McCormick-Deering B-450

The McCormick-Deering B-450 is a tractor produced by Mccormick Deering. It is equipped with a 264 ci 4.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 55 hp / 41.0 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 6020 to 6748 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 55 hp / 41.0 kW

Fuel & Capacities

20.9 gal 79.1 L

Transmission

5 forward and 1 reverse

Operating Weight

6020 lbs 2730 kg

Overview

	1958 - 1970 Standard-tread tractor

Production
Manufacturer	McCormick-Deering (a part of International Harvester)
Standard-tread tractor
Built in Doncaster, England
Total built	28,290

Variants
McCormick B-450	standard
Farmall B-450	row-crop

McCormick-Deering B-450 Engine
International Harvester 4.3L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

McCormick-Deering B-450 Transmission
5-speed gear
Transmission details ...

McCormick-Deering B-450 Power
Engine	55 hp 41.0 kW

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock	mechanical rear
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Capacity
Fuel	20.9 gal 79.1 L
Hydraulic system	3.6 gal 13.6 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	3.6 gal 13.6 L
Pressure	2000 psi 137.9 bar

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II
Rear lift	6240 lbs 2830 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)
Engine RPM	555@1500

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	79.5 inches 201 cm
Weight	6020 to 6748 pounds
Front tire	6.00x16
Rear tire	13.00x30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Belt Pulley
Diameter	11 inches 27 cm
RPM	929.6
Speed	2677 ft/min 815.95 meters/min

References

International 1917-1961 Vintage Tractor Special by Allen Condie*
The Roar of Dust and Diesel - A Story of International Harvester Doncaster by Mike Teanby
World Wide Farm Equipment Buyer's Guide published in 1968, by International Harvester*
B-450 Diesel Tractor published by International Harvester
B-450 Series Tractor published in 1962, by International Harvester
Farmall B-450 published in 1959, by International Harvester
*Publication contains known errors.

Engine

Engine Detail — 264 ci / 4.3 L Diesel

Manufacturer	International Harvester BD-264
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	264 ci 4.3 L
Bore/Stroke	4.00x5.25 inches 102 x 133 mm
Power	55 hp 41.0 kW
Rated RPM	1500
Torque	200 lb-ft 271.2 Nm
Torque RPM	1100
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	9.6 qts 9.1 L
Coolant capacity	26.4 qts 25.0 L

McCormick-Deering B-450 Engine

Transmission

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type	gear
Gears	5 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch	305mm dry disc
Oil capacity	52.8 qts 50.0 L
With 13.00x30 rear tires.

Dimensions

McCormick-Deering B-450 Tires
Ag front	6.00x16
Ag rear	13.00x30
Ag front	7.50x16
Ag rear	14.00x30
	12.00x38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	79.5 inches 201 cm
2WD Length	131.2 inches 333 cm
4WD Length	133.5 inches 339 cm
2WD Height (steering wheel)	71 inches 180 cm
4WD Height (steering wheel)	70 inches 177 cm
2WD Operating weight	6020 lbs 2730 kg
4WD Operating weight	6748 lbs 3060 kg
2WD Clearance (front axle)	14.75 inches 37 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle)	11 inches 27 cm
Front tread	51.75/55.75/57/61 inches 131/141/144/154 cm
Front tread	52 to 76 inches 132 to 193 cm
2WD Rear tread	64 to 84 inches 162 to 213 cm
4WD Rear tread	75.5/79.5 inches 191/201 cm

Photos

McCormick-Deering B-450

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Mccormick Deering McCormick-Deering B-450 based on its 55 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 Mccormick Deering McCormick-Deering B-450.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.3 hrs

Approximately 7.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (20.9 gal / 79.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.9 gal/hr (10.8 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

Mccormick Deering McCormick-Deering B-450 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)55 hp

Kilowatts (kW)41 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)55.8 PS

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