The International Harvester 696 is a row crop tractor built for farm work. It has a 2-wheel drive system and uses hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control. The tractor has a transmission with 16 forward gears and 8 reverse gears, giving farmers lots of options for different tasks.
Under the hood, the 696 has a 6-cylinder diesel engine made by International Harvester. The engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, which means it doesn't use a turbocharger. It has an average displacement of 310 cubic inches and produces 89 horsepower at 2000 rpm. This power output is below average compared to other tractors. The tractor uses agricultural tires, with larger ones at the back for better traction. It also has an electric starter for easy ignition.
