International Harvester 234

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The International Harvester 234 is a compact utility tractor that was manufactured by Mitsubishi in Japan for International Harvester between 1982 and 1984. This versatile tractor was available in both two-wheel and optional four-wheel drive configurations. It was powered by a robust three-cylinder Mitsubishi diesel engine with a displacement of 51.8 cubic inches and an output of 18 horsepower at 2700 RPM. The IH 234 could be equipped with a gear transmission offering six forward and two reverse gears, or an alternative hydrostatic transmission with infinite speeds in both directions. Known for its solid performance and compact frame, this tractor measured a manageable 103.1 inches in length and 36.6 inches in width, accommodating tighter spaces and diverse farming tasks.
Show more...

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 18

Transmission: Gear or Hydrostatic (option-dependent)

Drive Type: 2WD or 4WD (optional)

Operating Weight: 1213

Fuel Type: Diesel

International Harvester 234 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Poor
Greater than 7% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Poor
Greater than 8% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Mitsubishi
Model
-
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Natural aspirated
Cylinders
3
Displacement (ci)
51.8
Bore (in)
2.68
Stroke (in)
3.07
Rated RPM
2700
Power Output (hp)
18

Transmission

Type
Gear or Hydrostatic (option-dependent)
Forward Gears
6 (gear type)
Reverse Gears
2 (gear type)
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
103.1
Width (in)
36.6
Height (in)
46.1
Operating Weight (lb)
1213

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
Optional Transmission or Live PTO
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
540 (Rear)
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
2700 (Front - optional)
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD or 4x4 4WD (optional)
Drive Type
2WD or 4WD (optional)
Steering Type
-
Coolant Capacity (qts)
5.2
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
-
Manufacture - End Year
1984
Hitch Type
Category 1
Hitch Category
Category 1
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
Two-post ROPS
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
-