International Harvester 240

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The International Harvester 240 is a 2WD utility tractor that was produced from 1958 to 1962. It is powered by a 2.0 L, 122.7 cubic-inch, four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, International Harvester C-123 gasoline engine, with natural aspiration. The tractor features a manual steering system, slide gear transmission with dry disc clutch, offering 4 forward and 1 reverse gear. Equipped with independent mechanical disc brakes, open operator station, and a fuel tank capacity of 61.3 liters, the IH 240 is designed for various utility tasks on a farm. The rear PTO speed is rated at 540 rpm, which could drive different attachments. The IH 240 showcases the International Harvester's commitment to durability and functionality in its time.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 40

Transmission: Sliding gear

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 3640

Fuel Type: Gasoline

International Harvester 240 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 37% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Average
Greater than 32% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
International Harvester
Model
C-123
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated
Cylinders
4
Displacement (ci)
122.7
Bore (in)
3.11
Stroke (in)
4.02
Rated RPM
2000
Power Output (hp)
40

Transmission

Type
Sliding gear
Forward Gears
4
Reverse Gears
1
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
116
Width (in)
63
Height (in)
57.9
Operating Weight (lb)
3640

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Manual
Coolant Capacity (qts)
15
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
36 (assuming 11.2-36 tire size)
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Agricultural
Manufacture - End Year
1962
Hitch Type
IH Fast Hitch
Hitch Category
Category 3
Hitch Position
-
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
Open operator station
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Independent mechanical disc
Hydraulic System Type
Open center