International Harvester 1568

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The International Harvester 1568 is a two-wheel-drive row-crop tractor that was part of the 66 series and produced from 1974 to 1976. It is equipped with a hydrostatic power steering system and hydraulic wet disc brakes, lending it solid performance and reliability. The tractor features a cab as a standard, facilitating comfortable operation. Powering the International 1568 is an International DV-550 eight-cylinder diesel engine with a displacement of 548.7 cubic inches, liquid cooling, and a natural aspiration system. It posts a respectable 172 horsepower at 2600 RPM. A torque amplifier complements its partial power shift transmission that includes 12 forward and 6 reverse gears, facilitating various speed and power combinations for different agricultural tasks. With a 42-gallon fuel tank capacity, extended working periods are possible, limiting the frequency of refueling stops during operation.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 172

Transmission: Partial power shift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 12,960

Fuel Type: Diesel

International Harvester 1568 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 64% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Poor
Greater than 7% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
International
Model
DV-550
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
V
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Natural aspirated
Cylinders
8
Displacement (ci)
548.7
Bore (in)
4.33
Stroke (in)
4.49
Rated RPM
2600
Power Output (hp)
172

Transmission

Type
Partial power shift
Forward Gears
12
Reverse Gears
6
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
168
Width (in)
-
Height (in)
117 (Cab), 128 (Exhaust)
Operating Weight (lb)
12,960

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
Independent
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
1000
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
30
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Ag
Manufacture - End Year
1976
Hitch Type
Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category
Category 3
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
Cab
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type
Open center