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International Harvester 238

International Harvester 238 tractor
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The International Harvester 238 is an industrial tractor produced from 1977 to 1982. It features a 2.5L 4-cylinder diesel engine delivering 30 hp gross and 28.3 hp net power. The tractor has an 8-speed sliding spur gear transmission with mechanical reverser, two-wheel drive, and power assist steering. It includes a two-post ROPS with optional canopy and mechanical rear differential lock. The hydraulic system is open center with 9.3 gallons capacity and 2300 psi pressure. The tractor hitch is a Type I with hydraulic draft control, and the rear PTO is live with a dual-stage 229mm dry disc clutch. Dimensions include a 76.5 inch wheelbase, 170 inch length with loader, and a shipping weight of 4900 lbs. Tires vary with industrial front and rear sizes. Electrical system features a 12-volt battery and 28 amp alternator. Attachments include the International 1850 Loader with a 2300 lbs lift capacity and 0.63 cu yd bucket capacity.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for International Harvester 238

Power

Engine (net):28.3 hp (21.1 kW)
Engine (gross):30 hp (22.4 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:International BD-154
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Rated RPM:2100
Air cleaner:dry
Bore/Stroke:3.50x4.00 inches (89 x 102 mm)
Power (net):28.3 hp (21.1 kW)
Displacement:154 ci (2.5 L)
Oil capacity:8 qts (7.6 L)
Power (gross):30 hp (22.4 kW)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:10.8 qts (10.2 L)

Capacity

Fuel:12 gal (45.4 L)
Hydraulic system:9.3 gal (35.2 L)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:28
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:9.3 gal (35.2 L)
Pressure:2300 psi (158.6 bar)
Pump flow:7.8 gpm (29.5 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional.
Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Disc brakes
Steering:power assist
Final drives:spiral bevel gear
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Type:Industrial tractor
Manufacturer:International Harvester
Years produced:1977 - 1982

Attachments

Loader:International 1850 Loader
Dump angle:45° dump
Bucket width:65 inches (165 cm)
Lift capacity:2,300 lbs lift (full at pin) (1043 kg)
Breakout force:2,800 lbs breakout (1270 kg)
Reach (dumped):27 inches reach (dumped) (68 cm)
Bucket capacity:0.63 cu yd (0.5 cu m)
Height (at pin):115 inches height (at pin) (292 cm)
Clearance (dumped):88 inches clearance (dumped) (223 cm)
Rollback (ground line):12.5° rollback (ground line)

Transmission

Type:sliding spur gear with mechanical reverser
Gears:8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:279mm dry disc
Description:Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) with mechanical reverser.
Oil capacity:37.2 qts (35.2 L)

Tractor hitch

Control:hydraulic draft control
Rear Type:I

Dimensions & Tires

Width:66.6 inches (169 cm)
Length:170 inches (with loader) (431 cm)
Rear tire:14.9-24
Wheelbase:76.5 inches (194 cm)
Front tire:7.5-16
Rear tread:52 inches (132 cm)
Front tread:48 inches (121 cm)
Height (ROPS):88 inches (223 cm)
Max front axle:6000 lbs Static (2721 kg)
Shipping weight:4900 lbs (2222 kg)
Additional rear tire:13.6-28
Additional front tire:6.0-16

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:dual-stage 229mm dry disc
Rear PTO:live
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)

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