International Harvester industrial tractors

International Harvester 240A

The International Harvester 240A is an industrial tractor produced from 1978 to 1982. It features a 2.9L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering 40.3 hp gross and 37.3 hp net. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including hydrostatic, 8-speed gear, and 6-speed torque converter. It has two-wheel drive, power steering, and independent hydraulic wet disc brakes with a two-post ROPS. The 240A supports a rear independent PTO at 540 rpm and has a hydraulic system with 10 gallons capacity. Dimensions include an 82-inch wheelbase, 134-inch length, and weights ranging from 4700 to 4900 pounds depending on configuration. The tractor can be equipped with an International loader capable of lifting 3300 lbs at the pin and features various tire options for different applications.
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Model240A

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for International Harvester 240A

Power
Engine (net)37.3 hp (27.8 kW)
Engine (gross)40.3 hp (30.1 kW)
Tires
Ag rear14.9x24, 18.4x16.1 (Lo-Boy), 14.9x28, 16.9x24
Ag front7.50x16, 9.00x10 (Lo-Boy), 11Lx16
Engine
Typediesel
ModelInternational Harvester D-179
Coolingliquid-cooled
Cylinders3-cylinder
Rated RPM2200
Bore/Stroke3.875x5.06 inches (98 x 129 mm)
Power (net)37.3 hp (27.8 kW)
Displacement179 ci (2.9 L)
Oil capacity8 qts (7.6 L)
Power (gross)40.3 hp (30.1 kW)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity12.4 qts (11.7 L)
Capacity
Fuel20 gal (75.7 L)
Hydraulic system10 gal (37.9 L)
Dimensions
Width79 inches (200 cm), 82.4 inches (Lo-Boy) (209 cm)
Length134 inches (340 cm)
Wheelbase82 inches (208 cm)
Height (ROPS)89.5 inches (227 cm), 96.3 inches (Lo-Boy) (244 cm)
Ground clearance12.8 inches (32 cm)
Gear Shipping weight4700 lbs (2131 kg)
Hydro Shipping weight4900 lbs (2222 kg)
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Capacity10 gal (37.9 L)
Pressure2500 psi (172.4 bar)
Pump flow13.3 gpm (50.3 lpm)
Total flow15.8 gpm (59.8 lpm)
Steering flow2.5 gpm (9.5 lpm)
Steering pressure2500 psi (172.4 bar)
Mechanical
ROPSTwo-post ROPS
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesIndependent hydraulic wet disc brakes
SteeringPower steering
Production
TypeIndustrial tractor
Years made1978 - 1982
ManufacturerInternational Harvester
Attachments
Loader
Weight1800 lbs (816 kg)
Dump angle45°
Bucket width70 inches (177 cm)
Lift capacity3300 lbs (1496 kg) full at pin
Breakout force5500 lbs (2494 kg)
Reach (dumped)22 inches (55 cm)
Height (at pin)126 inches (320 cm)
Clearance (dumped)104 inches (264 cm)
Rollback (ground line)30°
Transmission
NotesSynchronized transmission with torque converter. Available on the International 240A loader tractor.
Optionshydrostatic, 8-speed gear, 6-speed torque converter
Gear Typegear
Gear Gears8 forward and 4 reverse
Hydrostatic Typehydrostatic
Gear Oil capacity40 qts (37.9 L)
Hydrostatic Gearsinfinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Torque converter Typetorque converter
Torque converter Gears6 forward and 3 reverse
Hydrostatic Oil capacity40 qts (37.9 L)
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeI
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)