International Harvester

International Harvester 485

The International Harvester 485 is a utility tractor produced from 1981 to 1985 as part of the 85 Series. Built in Doncaster, England, it features a 2.9L 3-cylinder diesel engine delivering 53.6 hp gross and 52 hp net power. It offers transmission options including an 8-speed synchromesh and a 16-speed two-speed power shift with torque amplifier. The tractor includes mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and an economy cab as standard. Hydraulics provide a pump flow of 12.4 gpm. The rear hitch supports position and draft control with a lift capacity of 3704 lbs. The rear PTO is independent with a hydraulic wet disc clutch and 540 rpm. Dimensions include a wheelbase of 84.65 inches, height of 99.21 inches, and weight of 5622 lbs. Tires are sized 7.50-16 front and 12.4-36 rear. The 485 is related to the International Harvester 585 model.
Power53 hp
Founded1981 - 1985
Model485

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for International Harvester 485

Power
Engine (net)52 hp (38.8 kW)
PTO (claimed)46.5 hp (34.7 kW)
Engine (gross)53.6 hp (40.0 kW)
Engine
Typediesel
ModelInternational Harvester D-179
Torque140.4 lb-ft (190.4 Nm)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Starterelectric
Cylinders3-cylinder
Fuel tank29.6 gal (112.0 L)
Rated RPM2180
Torque RPM1400
Bore/Stroke3.875x5.0625 inches (98 x 129 mm)
Fuel systemdirect injection
Power (net)52 hp (38.8 kW)
Displacement179 ci (2.9 L)
Power (gross)53.6 hp (40.0 kW)
Starter volts12
Hydraulics
Pump flow12.4 gpm (46.9 lpm)
Mechanical
CabEconomy cab standard
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic wet disc brakes
Power steeringYes
Differential lockmechanical rear
Production
Series85 Series
Built inDoncaster, England
CategoryUtility tractor
Years produced1981 - 1985
Transmission
Typesynchromesh
Gears8 forward and 4 reverse
DescriptionFour gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) plus reverse range.
Torque Amplifiertwo-speed power shift
Transmission options8-speed synchromesh, 16-speed two-speed power shift
Torque Amplifier gears16 forward and 8 reverse
Tractor hitch
Controlposition and draft control
Rear TypeII/I
Rear lift3704 lbs (1680 kg)
Serial Numbers
LocationSerial number plate on right front of tractor frame, above the front axle.
Dimensions & Tires
Height99.21 inches (251 cm)
Weight5622 lbs (2550 kg)
Rear tire12.4-36
Wheelbase84.65 inches (215 cm)
Front tire7.50-16
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchhydraulic wet disc
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540