International Harvester Type B 20HP

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The International Harvester Type B 20HP is a utility tractor built for standard tread work. It has a 4x2 2WD chassis with manual steering and a simple 3-gear transmission. This tractor is powered by a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled gasoline engine called the "Famous" model. The engine is very large for its class, with a displacement of 902 cubic inches.

Despite its big engine, the Type B 20HP produces 20 horsepower at a very low 240 RPM. It's a heavy machine, weighing 12,600 pounds, which is more than most tractors of its type. The tractor stands tall at 102 inches high and features steel rear tires that are 64 inches in diameter and 18 inches wide. It has a large coolant capacity of 232 quarts, which helps keep the engine running smoothly. This tractor is best suited for farmers who need a sturdy, powerful machine for basic utility work on flat, even ground.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 20 hp (14.9 kW)

Transmission: Gear

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 12600 lb (5715 kg)

Fuel Type: Gasoline

International Harvester Type B 20HP vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the International Harvester Type B 20HP is Poor. It is greater than 9% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.7K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the International Harvester Type B 20HP is Excellent. It is greater than 91% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.4K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the International Harvester Type B 20HP is Excellent. It is greater than 98% 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 Type B 20HP is Poor. It is greater than 0% 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
Famous
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Induction Type
Natural
Cylinders
1
Displacement
902 ci (14.8 L)
Bore
8.75 in (222.2 mm)
Stroke
15.00 in (381.0 mm)
Rated RPM
240
Power Output
20 hp (14.9 kW)

Transmission

Type
Gear
Total Gears
3

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Manual