International Harvester 553

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The International Harvester 553 is a utility tractor designed for a range of general farming tasks. With its 4x2 2WD chassis, the 553 is equipped with a manual steering system and a partially synchronized transmission system, offering 8 forward and 4 reverse gears. It sports a powerful International Harvester D-179 engine, a 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel unit producing up to 52 horsepower at 2180 RPM. This tractor also features a sizeable oil capacity at 7.9 quarts and a coolant capacity of 16.4 quarts, ensuring efficient engine operation. The 553 has a notable wheelbase of 78.7 inches, offering stability, and comes with an operating weight of 5950 lbs for the 2WD model. Although it’s a robust and capable machine, specifics such as hydraulic system type, tire size, and PTO details remain unknown.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 52

Transmission: Partially synchronized

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 5950 (2WD)

Fuel Type: Diesel

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International Harvester 553 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 50% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Above Average
Greater than 78% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
International Harvester
Model
D-179
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
-
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
-
Cylinders
3
Displacement (ci)
179
Bore (in)
3.875
Stroke (in)
5.0625
Rated RPM
2180
Power Output (hp)
52

Transmission

Type
Partially synchronized
Forward Gears
8 (Agriomatic S: 12)
Reverse Gears
4
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
135
Width (in)
70.4
Height (in)
69.1
Operating Weight (lb)
5950 (2WD)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Manual
Coolant Capacity (qts)
16.4
Front Tire Diameter (in)
Unknown (Standard: Unknown, Optional: Unknown)
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
30 (Standard: Unknown, Optional: 38)
Rear Tire Width (in)
16.9 (Standard: Unknown, Optional: 13.6)
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
-
Manufacture - End Year
-
Hitch Type
Three-Point Hitch (Categories II/I)
Hitch Category
-
Hitch Position
-
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
-
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
-

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