International Harvester

International Harvester 234

The International Harvester 234 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1982 to 1984. It was manufactured by Mitsubishi and distributed by International Harvester. This model features a Mitsubishi 0.8L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 18 hp (13.4 kW) at 2700 RPM. The tractor offers both 6-speed gear and hydrostatic transmission options, with the gear transmission having 6 forward and 2 reverse speeds and an oil capacity of 12.4 qts (11.7 L). It has a wheelbase of 56 inches (142 cm), length of 103.4 inches (262 cm), and width of 36.9 inches (93 cm). The 2WD shipping weight is 1205 lbs (546 kg). The tractor supports two- or four-wheel drive and includes a two-post ROPS with an optional canopy. Fuel capacity is 4.8 gallons (18.2 L) and hydraulic system capacity is 3.1 gallons (11.7 L). The PTO is transmission-driven with a rear PTO speed of 540 RPM and an optional independent front PTO at 2700 RPM. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. The serial number plate is located on the right side of the tractor frame above the front axle.
Power18 hp
Founded1982 - 1984
Model234

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for International Harvester 234

Power
Engine18 hp (13.4 kW)
PTO (claimed)15.2 hp (11.3 kW)
Engine
Typediesel
Power18 hp (13.4 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Cylinders3-cylinder
Rated RPM2700
Bore/Stroke2.68x3.07 inches (68 x 78 mm)
Displacement51.8 ci (0.8 L)
ManufacturerMitsubishi
Oil capacity3.2 qts (3.0 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity5.2 qts (4.9 L)
Capacity
Fuel4.8 gal (18.2 L)
Hydraulic system3.1 gal (11.7 L)
Dimensions
Width36.9 inches (93 cm)
Length103.4 inches (262 cm)
Wheelbase56 inches (142 cm)
Rear tread29.1 to 35 inches (73 to 88 cm)
2WD Shipping weight1205 lbs (546 kg)
2WD Ground clearance11.2 inches (28 cm)
4WD Ground clearance8.5 inches (21 cm)
2WD Height (steering wheel)46.4 inches (117 cm)
4WD Height (steering wheel)46.6 inches (118 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Hydraulics
Capacity3.1 gal (11.7 L)
Mechanical
ROPStwo-post ROPS; canopy optional
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
Production
TypeCompact Utility tractor
Built inJapan
DistributorInternational Harvester
ManufacturerMitsubishi
Production years1982 - 1984
Transmission
Type (gear)gear
Gears (gear)6 forward and 2 reverse
Description (gear)Three gears plus reverse with high and low ranges.
Type (hydrostatic)hydrostatic
Gears (hydrostatic)infinite forward and reverse
Oil capacity (gear)12.4 qts (11.7 L)
Transmission options6-speed gear, hydrostatic
Tractor hitch
Rear Type1
Serial Numbers
19828010
19838110
19848383
19858646
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOtransmission
Front PTOindependent Optional
Rear PTO Type540
Front PTO Type2700
Serial Number Location
LocationSerial number plate on the right side of the tractor frame, above the front axle.