International Harvester Hydro 85

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The International Harvester Hydro 85 is a powerful tractor designed for farm work. It has a strong diesel engine made by International Harvester. This engine, called the D-246, has 4 cylinders and can produce 80 horsepower. It's liquid-cooled, which helps keep it running smoothly even during long work days.

One of the Hydro 85's best features is its hydrostatic transmission. This means it has infinite forward and reverse gears, making it easy to control the tractor's speed. The tractor is about 147.6 inches long and has a three-point hitch at the back for attaching tools. It also has a PTO (Power Take-Off) system that can run at both 540 and 1000 rpm, which is useful for different types of farm equipment. The Hydro 85 starts with an electric starter, making it easy to get going in the morning.
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Key Specifications

Power Output: 80 hp (59.7 kW)

Transmission: hydrostatic

Fuel Type: diesel

International Harvester Hydro 85 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the International Harvester Hydro 85 is Average. It is greater than 61% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the International Harvester Hydro 85 is Average. It is greater than 60% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the International Harvester Hydro 85 is Average. It is greater than 51% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
International Harvester
Model
D-246
Cooling Type
liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
diesel
Induction Type
indirect injection
Cylinders
4
Displacement
246 ci (4.0 L)
Bore
3.94 in (100.1 mm)
Stroke
5.06 in (128.5 mm)
Rated RPM
2300
Power Output
80 hp (59.7 kW)

Transmission

Type
hydrostatic
Forward Gears
infinite
Reverse Gears
infinite