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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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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 rear:14.9x24, 18.4x16.1 (Lo-Boy), 14.9x28, 16.9x24
Ag front:7.50x16, 9.00x10 (Lo-Boy), 11Lx16

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:International Harvester D-179
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:3-cylinder
Rated RPM:2200
Bore/Stroke:3.875x5.06 inches (98 x 129 mm)
Power (net):37.3 hp (27.8 kW)
Displacement:179 ci (2.9 L)
Oil capacity:8 qts (7.6 L)
Power (gross):40.3 hp (30.1 kW)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:12.4 qts (11.7 L)

Capacity

Fuel:20 gal (75.7 L)
Hydraulic system:10 gal (37.9 L)

Dimensions

Width:79 inches (200 cm), 82.4 inches (Lo-Boy) (209 cm)
Length:134 inches (340 cm)
Wheelbase:82 inches (208 cm)
Height (ROPS):89.5 inches (227 cm), 96.3 inches (Lo-Boy) (244 cm)
Ground clearance:12.8 inches (32 cm)
Gear Shipping weight:4700 lbs (2131 kg)
Hydro Shipping weight:4900 lbs (2222 kg)

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:10 gal (37.9 L)
Pressure:2500 psi (172.4 bar)
Pump flow:13.3 gpm (50.3 lpm)
Total flow:15.8 gpm (59.8 lpm)
Steering flow:2.5 gpm (9.5 lpm)
Steering pressure:2500 psi (172.4 bar)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS
Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Independent hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steering:Power steering

Production

Type:Industrial tractor
Years made:1978 - 1982
Manufacturer:International Harvester

Attachments

Loader

Weight:1800 lbs (816 kg)
Dump angle:45°
Bucket width:70 inches (177 cm)
Lift capacity:3300 lbs (1496 kg) full at pin
Breakout force:5500 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

Notes:Synchronized transmission with torque converter. Available on the International 240A loader tractor.
Options:hydrostatic, 8-speed gear, 6-speed torque converter
Gear Type:gear
Gear Gears:8 forward and 4 reverse
Hydrostatic Type:hydrostatic
Gear Oil capacity:40 qts (37.9 L)
Hydrostatic Gears:infinite forward and reverse (2-range)
Torque converter Type:torque converter
Torque converter Gears:6 forward and 3 reverse
Hydrostatic Oil capacity:40 qts (37.9 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:I

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)

Related Models

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Model:250A