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) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 46.5 hp (34.7 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 53.6 hp (40.0 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | International Harvester D-179 |
| Torque | 140.4 lb-ft (190.4 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 29.6 gal (112.0 L) |
| Rated RPM | 2180 |
| Torque RPM | 1400 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.875x5.0625 inches (98 x 129 mm) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power (net) | 52 hp (38.8 kW) |
| Displacement | 179 ci (2.9 L) |
| Power (gross) | 53.6 hp (40.0 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 12.4 gpm (46.9 lpm) |
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Mechanical
| Cab | Economy cab standard |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Power steering | Yes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Series | 85 Series |
|---|---|
| Built in | Doncaster, England |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Years produced | 1981 - 1985 |
Transmission
| Type | synchromesh |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
| Description | Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (low/high) plus reverse range. |
| Torque Amplifier | two-speed power shift |
| Transmission options | 8-speed synchromesh, 16-speed two-speed power shift |
| Torque Amplifier gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | II/I |
| Rear lift | 3704 lbs (1680 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| Location | Serial number plate on right front of tractor frame, above the front axle. |
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Dimensions & Tires
| Height | 99.21 inches (251 cm) |
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| Weight | 5622 lbs (2550 kg) |
| Rear tire | 12.4-36 |
| Wheelbase | 84.65 inches (215 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
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