International Harvester 1568

The International Harvester 1568 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1974 to 1976 as part of the 66 Series. It was built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA, with a total of 862 units made. The 1568 model is essentially a 1566 equipped with an International V8 truck engine. It features a powerful 9.0L 8-cylinder diesel engine delivering 172 hp gross, coupled with a 12-speed two-speed power shift transmission. The tractor includes standard cab air-conditioning, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and power steering. It has a 42-gallon fuel tank and an independent rear PTO rated at 150 hp. The 1568 is designed for heavy-duty farm work with a weight of 12,960 lbs and a wheelbase of 105 inches. Its hydraulics system is open center type with optional front valves and a draft control hitch.