International Harvester 5488

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The International Harvester 5488 is a large, powerful tractor that was designed for row-crop operations. Produced in Rock Island, Illinois by International Harvester from 1981 to 1985, it comes with a choice of 4x2 two-wheel drive or 4x4 four-wheel drive configurations. Its six-cylinder International Harvester DTI-466B diesel engine offers 185 horsepower and a turbocharged an intercooled system for efficient operation. An 18 forward and 6 reverse gear transmission allows for a wide range of speeds, and it’s equipped with hydrostatic power steering and wet disc brakes for improved handling and safety. This model also features a comfortable cab with heating and air conditioning, an independent 1000 rpm rear PTO, and a three-point hitch with a lift capacity of 8,080 pounds, which endows it with significant versatility in terms of attachment and implement compatibility.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 185

Transmission: Partial power shift

Drive Type: 2WD or 4WD

Operating Weight: 17240

Fuel Type: Diesel

International Harvester 5488 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 68% of similar tractors.
Hitch Capacity
Average
Greater than 50% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Average
Greater than 65% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
International Harvester
Model
DTI-466B
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged and intercooled
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
466
Bore (in)
4.29
Stroke (in)
5.35
Rated RPM
2400
Power Output (hp)
185

Transmission

Type
Partial power shift
Forward Gears
18
Reverse Gears
6
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
196.5
Width (in)
113.8
Height (in)
115.7
Operating Weight (lb)
17240

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type
2WD or 4WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
33
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
1985
Hitch Type
Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category
III
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
8080
Operator Station Type
Cab standard with heat and A/C
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Wet disc
Hydraulic System Type
Closed center