International Harvester

International Harvester 274

The International Harvester 274 is a high-clearance farm tractor produced from 1979 to 1983. It features a Nissan 1.6L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 30 hp, paired with an 8-speed sliding gear transmission. The tractor is two-wheel drive with hydraulic disc brakes and a two-post ROPS with optional canopy. It has a fuel capacity of 8.7 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 3.4 gallons. The 274 has a wheelbase of 72.8 inches, weighs 2,720 lbs, and uses 5.50-16 front tires and 12.4-24 rear tires. The PTO is a 540 rpm rear type. The 274 was a modified version of the IH 284 by KIMCO (Komatsu) of Japan and was originally priced at $10,300 in 1983.

Power30 hp

Founded1979 - 1983

Model274

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for International Harvester 274

Power

Engine power	30 hp (22.4 kW)
PTO (claimed)	27.4 hp (20.4 kW)

Engine

Type	1.6L 3-cyl diesel, liquid-cooled
Power	30 hp (22.4 kW)
Idle RPM	600-2760
Rated RPM	2600
Bore/Stroke	3.27x3.94 inches (83 x 100 mm)
Displacement	99 ci (1.6 L)
Manufacturer	Nissan
Oil capacity	5.3 qts (5.0 L)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	7.2 qts (6.8 L)
Oil change interval	100 h

Capacity

Fuel	8.7 gal (32.9 L)
Hydraulic system	3.4 gal (12.9 L)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	20
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Capacity	3.4 gal (12.9 L)
Pressure	1857 psi (128.0 bar)
Pump flow	5.7 gpm (21.6 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS	Two-post ROPS. Optional canopy.
Drive	Two-wheel drive
Brakes	Hydraulic disc brakes

Production

Type	High-Clearance tractor
Notes	The IH 274 Offset was a 284 modified by the KIMCO corporation (Komatsu) of Japan.
Original price	$10,300 in 1983
Years produced	1979 - 1983

Transmission

Type	sliding gear
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Notes	Four gears, plus reverse, with high and low ranges.
Clutch	8.5-inch dry disc
Oil capacity	13.6 qts (12.9 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type	I

Serial Numbers

1979	502
1980	670
1981	8306
1982	8948
1983	9556
Serial number location	Serial number plate on the right side of the International 274, ahead of the brake pedals.

Dimensions & Tires

Width	57.9 inches (147 cm)
Length	109.4 inches (277 cm)
Weight	2,720 lbs (1233 kg)
Rear tire	12.4-24
Wheelbase	72.8 inches (184 cm)
Front tire	5.50-16
Rear tread	44.5 to 64.6 inches (113 to 164 cm)
Front tread	44.9 to 64.4 inches (114 to 163 cm)
Ground clearance	23 inches (frame) (58 cm)
Height (steering wheel)	67.9 inches (172 cm)