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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.
International Harvester 485IH 485utility tractor85 Series2.9L diesel engine53.6 hpsynchromesh transmissionpower shifttractor specs
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

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)

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.

Dimensions & Tires

Height:99.21 inches (251 cm)
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

Related Models

International Harvester 585

Model:585