International Harvester 956

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The International Harvester 956 tractor is positioned as a utility tractor and is powered by an International Harvester D-358 engine. This engine is a 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel engine with a displacement of 358 cubic inches, utilizing direct injection as its induction type. With a bore and stroke measuring 3.875 by 5.0625 inches and an engine rated RPM of 2200, it is designed to handle a variety of agricultural tasks efficiently. The tractor is equipped with a two-speed power shift transmission that includes 16 forward gears and 8 reverse gears, enabling versatility across different operations. This model comes in both 2WD and 4WD options with a reported cab weight of 9458 pounds for the 2WD configuration and 10538 pounds for the 4WD configuration. Its dimensions are stated as 166.5 inches in length for the 4WD model and 165 inches for the 2WD model, with a unified width of 91 inches and a cab height of 108 inches. The tractor features a 12-volt electric starter system and an open center hydraulic system. With a Category II hitch system positioned at the rear and PTO options of 540 and 1000 RPM, the International Harvester 956 is fit for a broad range of attachments and implements.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Transmission: Two-speed power shift

Operating Weight: 10538 (4WD Cab Weight) / 9458 (2WD Cab Weight)

Fuel Type: Diesel

International Harvester 956 vs. Similar Tractors

Operating Weight
Excellent
Greater than 98% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
International Harvester
Model
D-358
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
-
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Direct injection
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
358
Bore (in)
3.875
Stroke (in)
5.0625
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output (hp)
-

Transmission

Type
Two-speed power shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
8
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
166.5 (4WD) / 165 (2WD)
Width (in)
91
Height (in)
108 (height with cab)
Operating Weight (lb)
10538 (4WD Cab Weight) / 9458 (2WD Cab Weight)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
540/1000 (Rear PTO Type)
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
1000
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
-
Drive Type
-
Steering Type
-
Coolant Capacity (qts)
25.4
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Standard (Ag)
Manufacture - End Year
-
Hitch Type
-
Hitch Category
II
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
Cab
Starter Type
Electric Starter (12 volts)
Brake Type
-
Hydraulic System Type
Open center