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Farmall 544

The Farmall 544 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1968 to 1973 by Farmall, a part of International Harvester. It was built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA. The tractor features a choice of International Harvester 3.9L 4-cylinder diesel or 3.3L 4-cylinder gasoline engines. It offers multiple transmission options including 5-speed gear, 10-speed two-speed power shift, 5-speed shuttle, and hydrostatic. The 544 has a drawbar power of about 45.5 hp and PTO power of 52 hp (claimed). It has a wheelbase of 90 inches and weighs between 6100 and 7195 pounds depending on configuration. The tractor includes power steering, independent mechanical disc brakes, and an open operator station with optional cab and heater. It supports an IH Fast Hitch and has an independent rear PTO with 540/1000 rpm options. The 1701 loader attachment is available with a lift capacity of 2575 lbs and breakout force of 4300 lbs. Electrical system includes an alternator charging 55 amps with different battery configurations for gasoline and diesel models.
Farmall 544International Harvesterrow-crop tractor3.9L diesel engine3.3L gasoline engine5-speed transmissionpower steeringIH Fast Hitch1701 loader
Power57 hp[P]
Founded1968 - 1973
Model544

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Farmall 544

Power

Plows:4 (16-inch)
PTO (tested):55.52 hp (41.4 kW)
PTO (claimed):52 hp (38.8 kW)
Drawbar (tested):44.74 hp (33.4 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):45.5 hp (33.9 kW)

Engine

Rated RPM:2200
Air cleaner:dry
Bore/Stroke:3.875x5.060 inches (98 x 129 mm)
Compression:16:1
Displacement:239 ci (3.9 L)
Oil capacity:7 qts (6.6 L)
Starter volts:12
Engine options:International Harvester 3.9L 4-cyl diesel, International Harvester 3.3L 4-cyl gasoline
Coolant capacity:15 qts (14.2 L)
Diesel Fuel tank:23 gal (87.1 L)
Gasoline Fuel tank:33 gal (124.9 L)
Rated RPM gasoline:2200
Air cleaner gasoline:dry
Bore/Stroke gasoline:3.813x4.390 inches (97 x 112 mm)
Compression gasoline:7.6:1
Displacement gasoline:200 ci (3.3 L)
Oil capacity gasoline:7 qts (6.6 L)
Starter volts gasoline:12
Coolant capacity gasoline:14 qts (13.2 L)
International Harvester C-200:gasoline, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled
International Harvester D-239:diesel, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled

Variants

2544:industrial tractor
IH 544:utility tractor

Electrical

Charging amps:55
Charging system:alternator
Diesel Batteries:2
Diesel Battery AH:135
Gasoline Batteries:1
Gasoline Battery AH:50
Diesel Battery volts:6
Gasoline Battery volts:12

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:0 to 2

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Independent mechanical disc brakes
Steering:Power steering
Operator station:Open operator station. Cab optional with heater.

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Built in:Rock Island, Illinois, USA
Years made:1968 - 1973

Attachments

Loader:International Harvester 1701 Loader
Weight:911 lbs (413 kg)
Rollback:10°
Bucket width:40 inches (101 cm)
Boom cylinder:2.5 inches (6 cm)
Height at pin:126 inches (320 cm)
Lift capacity:2575 lbs (1168 kg) full at pin
Breakout force:4300 lbs (1950 kg)
Bucket cylinder:2.5 inches (6 cm)
Clearance dumped:99 inches (251 cm)

Transmission

Shuttle

Type:shuttle
Gears:5 forward and reverse
Oil capacity:80 qts (75.7 L)

Hydrostatic

Type:hydrostatic
Gears:infinite forward and reverse (2-range)

Torque Amplifier

Type:two-speed power shift
Gears:10 forward and 2 reverse
Oil capacity:80 qts (75.7 L)

Gear transmission

Type:gear
Gears:5 forward and 1 reverse
Oil capacity:80 qts (75.7 L)
Transmission options:5-speed gear, 10-speed two-speed power shift, 5-speed shuttle, hydrostatic

Tractor hitch

Type:IH Fast Hitch
Rear Type:II/I

Serial Numbers

1968:10250
1969:12541
1970:13585
1971:14507
1972:15262
1973:15738
Serial number plate location:on the right side of the tractor, on the clutch housing

Dimensions & Tires

Width:87 inches (220 cm)
Length:147 inches (373 cm)
Weight:6100 to 7195 pounds
Ag rear:13.6-38
Ag front:6.00-16
Ballasted:8310 lbs (3769 kg)
Operating:7195 lbs (3263 kg)
Rear tire:13.6-38
Wheelbase:90 inches (228 cm)
Front tire:6.00-16
Diesel Shipping:6300 lbs (2857 kg)
Ground clearance:13 inches (33 cm)
Gasoline Shipping:6100 lbs (2766 kg)
Height (steering wheel):77 inches (195 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540/1000

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