Farmall

Farmall 560

The Farmall 560 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1958 to 1963 by Farmall, a part of International Harvester. It was available in standard-tread and high-crop (Hi-Clear) variants. The tractor experienced issues with the final drive strength, which led to a replacement program by International Harvester. It features multiple engine options including diesel, gasoline, and LP gas 6-cylinder engines. Transmission options include a 5-speed sliding gear and a 10-speed partial power shift with a Torque Amplifier. The tractor delivers around 55 to 66 horsepower estimated engine power, with tested drawbar power around 53 hp and PTO power up to 63 hp. It has a two-wheel drive with manual or optional hydrostatic power steering, independent mechanical disc brakes, and an open operator station. Fuel capacity ranges from 33 to 37 gallons depending on fuel type, with a 16-gallon hydraulic system. The tractor uses an IH Fast Hitch and has an independent rear PTO with 540 rpm. Dimensions vary between standard and Hi-Clear models, with wheelbase from 96 to 100 inches and operating weight from about 6,563 to 6,785 pounds. Attachments include several loader options with varying lift capacities and dimensions.
Power66 hp[P]
Founded1958 - 1963
Model560

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Farmall 560

Power
Plows5
PTO (tested)63.03 hp (47.0 kW)
Belt (tested)60.11 hp (44.8 kW)
PTO (claimed)59.48 hp (44.4 kW)
Drawbar (tested)53.12 hp (39.6 kW)
Drawbar (claimed)54.8 hp (40.9 kW)
Tires
Ag rear12.4-38, 13.6-38, 15.5-38
Ag front6.00-16, 6.00-20 (Hi-Clear)
Engine
OptionsInternational Harvester 4.6L 6-cyl diesel, International Harvester 4.3L 6-cyl gasoline, International Harvester 4.3L 6-cyl LP gas
Weight
Ballasted9,460 lbs (4291 kg)
Operating6,563 lbs (gas) (2976 kg), 6,785 lbs (diesel) (3077 kg)
Capacity
Fuel33 gal (124.9 L), 37 gal (LP) (140.0 L)
Hydraulic system16 gal (60.6 L)
Variants
IH 560standard-tread
Hi-Clearhigh-crop
Dimensions
Width85 inches (min) (215 cm), 88 inches (Hi-Clear max) (223 cm), 107 inches (max) (271 cm)
Length141 inches (358 cm), 155 inches (Hi-Clear) (393 cm)
Wheelbase96 inches (243 cm), 100 inches (Hi-Clear) (254 cm)
Bar rear axle2.75 inch diameter (69 mm)
Height (steering wheel)88 inches (223 cm), 107 inches (Hi-Clear) (271 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries1 (gas), 2 (diesel)
Battery volts12 (gas), 6 (diesel)
Charging amps20
Charging systemgenerator
Hydraulics
Valves1 to 3
Capacity16 gal (60.6 L)
Pump flow12 gpm (45.4 lpm), 17 gpm Optional (64.3 lpm)
Steering flow2.5 gpm (9.5 lpm)
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesIndependent mechanical disc brakes
Steeringmanual rack-and-pinion, hydrostatic power optional
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production
NotesThe Farmall 560 experienced problems due to the final drive not being strong enough to handle the power of the engine. An entirely new rear end was offered by International in mid 1959, and the company sponsored a massive replacement program.
CategoryRow-Crop tractor
Total built65,982
Original price$5,500 (1963)
Production years1958 - 1963
Attachments
OverviewInternational Harvester 2001 loader, International Harvester 2001 loader, International Harvester 2000 loader
International Harvester 2000 Loader
Weight1417 lbs (642 kg)
Rollback20°
Bucket width48 inches (121 cm), 60 inches (152 cm)
Boom cylinder2.0 inches (5 cm), 2.5 inches (6 cm)
Lift capacity2330 lbs (1056 kg)
Breakout force4010 lbs (1818 kg)
Bucket cylinder2.5 inches (6 cm)
Height (at pin)127 inches (322 cm)
Clearance (dumped)106 inches (269 cm)
International Harvester 2001 Loader (double-acting lift cylinders)
Weight1160 lbs (526 kg)
Bucket width40 inches (101 cm)
Lift capacity1350 lbs (612 kg)
Breakout force2600 lbs (1179 kg)
Height (at pin)148.5 inches (377 cm)
Clearance (dumped)98 inches (248 cm)
International Harvester 2001 Loader (single-acting lift cylinders)
Weight1160 lbs (526 kg)
Bucket width40 inches (101 cm)
Lift capacity2000 lbs (907 kg)
Breakout force4000 lbs (1814 kg)
Height (at pin)148.5 inches (377 cm)
Clearance (dumped)98 inches (248 cm)
Belt Pulley
Width7.5 inches (19 cm)
Diameter11 inches (27 cm)
Transmission
Oil capacity64 qts (60.6 L)
Type (sliding gear)sliding gear
Gears (sliding gear)5 forward and 1 reverse
Notes (sliding gear)Tractor must be stopped and clutch used to shift gears.
Transmission options5-speed sliding gear, 10-speed partial power shift
Type (partial power shift)partial power shift
Gears (partial power shift)10 forward and 2 reverse
Notes (partial power shift)The Torque Amplifier (TA) allows a clutchless shift-on-the-move underspeed for any gear. With the TA lever forward, the TA is disengaged and the transmission is in direct drive (DD) mode. To engage the TA, the lever should be pulled quickly and smoothly to the rear. The TA on the 560 will free-wheel, so it should be disengaged when going downhill or towing the tractor to start it.
Tractor hitch
TypeIH Fast Hitch
Serial Numbers
1958501
19597341
196026914
196136125
196247798
196360278
Final66032
Dimensions & Tires
Weight6563 to 6785 pounds
Rear tire12.4-38
Wheelbase96 inches (243 cm), 100 inches (Hi-Clear) (254 cm)
Front tire6.00-16
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)