Farmall 450

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Farmall 450 is a robust row-crop tractor produced by Farmall, a part of International Harvester, between 1956 and 1958. This two-wheel-drive tractor is outfitted with either a 4.6 L gasoline/LP-gas engine or a similarly sized diesel engine, each featuring four cylinders and a liquid cooling system. Power is managed through a partial power shift transmission consisting of 10 forward gears and 2 reverse gears. Additionally, the Farmall 450 is equipped with power assist steering and mechanical disc brakes for improved handling and safety. With a weight of over 6,500 lbs and a 79.5-liter fuel capacity, this tractor was designed for substantial farming tasks and dependable operation. Standing nearly 80 inches tall, with a length of around 143 inches and a width of approximately 84 inches, the Farmall 450 showcases the substantial size preferred for effective row-crop management.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Transmission: Partial power shift with dry disc clutch

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 6526

Fuel Type: Gasoline/LP-gas/Diesel

Farmall 450 vs. Similar Tractors

Operating Weight
Below Average
Greater than 24% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
International Harvester
Model
C281
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Gasoline/LP-gas/Diesel
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated
Cylinders
4
Displacement (ci)
281
Bore (in)
4.125
Stroke (in)
5.25
Rated RPM
1450
Power Output (hp)
-

Transmission

Type
Partial power shift with dry disc clutch
Forward Gears
10
Reverse Gears
2
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
142.9
Width (in)
83.9
Height (in)
79.9
Operating Weight (lb)
6526

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
Transmission or independent (optional)
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Power assist
Coolant Capacity (qts)
28
Front Tire Diameter (in)
16
Front Tire Width (in)
6
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
38
Rear Tire Width (in)
13.6
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Ag
Manufacture - End Year
1958
Hitch Type
IH Fast Hitch
Hitch Category
-
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
Open
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Mechanical disc
Hydraulic System Type
Hydra-Touch