The International Harvester 270A is a backhoe loader tractor produced from 1978 to 1982. It features a 4.4L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 77 hp (57.4 kW) at 2400 RPM. The tractor has a 6-speed torque converter transmission with 6 forward and 3 reverse gears. It is a two-wheel drive machine with mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, and independent hydraulic wet disc brakes. The 270A includes a four-post ROPS canopy for operator safety. Fuel capacity is 24 gallons (90.8 L) and hydraulic system capacity is 18.5 gallons (70.0 L) with a hydraulic pressure of 2450 psi. Dimensions include an 82 inch (208 cm) wheelbase, 189.5 inch (481 cm) length, and 109 inch (276 cm) height with ROPS. The tractor weighs between 13925 and 14070 pounds depending on configuration. It is equipped with 11L-16 front tires and 18.4-24 rear tires. The backhoe attachment offers a digging depth of 190 inches (482 cm) and the front loader has a lift capacity of 4500 lbs (2041 kg) with a breakout force of 9750 lbs (4422 kg). Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground.