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McCormick-Deering Super WD-6

The McCormick-Deering Super WD-6 is a tractor produced by Mccormick Deering. It is equipped with a 264 ci 4.3 L engine. Transmission: International Harvester Torque Amplifier. Operating weight: 5,500 lbs 2494 kg.

Fuel & Capacities
20.5 gal 77.6 L
Transmission
International Harvester Torque Amplifier
Operating Weight
5,500 lbs 2494 kg

Overview

McCormick-Deering Super WD-6 tractor photo
1952 - 1954
Production
Manufacturer
McCormick-Deering (a part of International Harvester)
Built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA
Variants
Super W-6
gasoline engine
WD6-TA
Torque Amplifier transmission
McCormick-Deering Super WD-6 Engine
International Harvester 4.3L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
20.5 gal 77.6 L
Engine details ...
McCormick-Deering Super WD-6 Power
Drawbar (claimed)
33 hp 24.6 kW
PTO (claimed)
41 hp 30.6 kW
Drawbar (tested)
38.15 hp 28.4 kW
Belt (tested)
46.84 hp 34.9 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Disc brakes
Open operator station.
Dimensions & Tires
Weight
5,500 lbs 2494 kg
Front tire
6.00x16
Rear tire
15.00x30
Full dimensions and tires ...

Engine

Engine Detail — 264 ci / 4.3 L Diesel

Manufacturer
International Harvester
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
264 ci 4.3 L
Bore/Stroke
4.00x5.25 inches 102 x 133 mm
Compression
16.5:1
Rated RPM
1450
Firing order
1-3-4-2
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
28 qts 26.5 L

Transmission

Transmission options
5-speed gear
10-speed two-speed power shift

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
5 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
Super WD-6 gear speeds

Transmission — International Harvester Torque Amplifier

Transmission
International Harvester Torque Amplifier
Type
two-speed power shift
Gears
10 forward and 2 reverse
The Torque Amplifier was available on the Super WD-6-TA in 1954

Dimensions

McCormick-Deering Super WD-6 Tires
Ag front
6.00x16
Ag rear
15.00x30
Dimensions
Length
125 inches 317 cm
Width
70 inches 177 cm
Height
90 inches 228 cm
Weight
5,500 lbs 2494 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 478
Diesel 5-speed 2WD July 8 - 17, 1952 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 478 file
Belt power (max)
46.84 hp 34.9 kW
Belt fuel use (max)
3.3 gal/hour 12.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
38.15 hp 28.4 kW
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull
5857 lbs 2656 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Photos

McCormick-Deering Super WD-6TA.

McCormick-Deering Super WD-6TA.

McCormick-Deering Super WD-6.

McCormick-Deering Super WD-6.

McCormick-Deering Super WD-6.

McCormick-Deering Super WD-6.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Mccormick Deering McCormick-Deering Super WD-6.

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 Super WD-6 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Mccormick Deering McCormick-Deering Super WD-6.

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