International Harvester

International Harvester 6388

The International Harvester 6388 is a farm tractor produced from 1981 to 1984 as part of the 60 2+2 Series. It features a 7.1L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 157 hp, a 16-speed two-range power shift transmission, and four-wheel drive with articulated hydrostatic power steering. The tractor includes a standard cab with burgundy finish, heat, and A/C, with an optional western finish interior. It has a fuel capacity of 89 gallons (with an optional 139 gallons), a hydraulic system capacity of 23.6 gallons, and a rear PTO with independent 540/1000 rpm settings. Dimensions include a 110-inch wheelbase, 227-inch length, and a shipping weight of 15,960 lbs. The 6388 was built in a total of 272 units and originally priced at $61,400 in 1984.
Power157 hp
Founded1981 - 1984
Model6388

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for International Harvester 6388

Power
Engine157 hp (117.1 kW)
PTO (tested)130.61 hp (97.4 kW)
PTO (claimed)130 hp (96.9 kW)
Drawbar (tested)111.75 hp (83.3 kW)
Drawbar (claimed)114 hp (85.0 kW)
Tires
Ag rear16.9-38
Ag front16.9-38
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
ModelInternational Harvester DT 436B
Power157 hp (117.1 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Cylinders6-cylinder
Rated RPM2400
Bore/Stroke4.30x5.00 inches (109 x 127 mm)
Displacement436 ci (7.1 L)
Oil capacity20 qts (18.9 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity34 qts (32.2 L)
Height
Cab113 inches (287 cm)
Hood78.8 inches (200 cm)
Exhaust124.3 inches (315 cm)
Capacity
Fuel89 gal (336.9 L), 139 gal (optional) (526.1 L)
Hydraulic system23.6 gal (89.3 L)
Dimensions
Width101.61 inches (258 cm)
Length227 inches (576 cm)
Wheelbase110 inches (279 cm)
Shipping weight15960 lbs (7239 kg)
Ground clearance27.3 inches (69 cm)
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center
Valves2 to 4
Capacity23.6 gal (89.3 L)
Pump flow18 gpm (68.1 lpm)
Steering flow12 gpm (45.4 lpm)
Mechanical
Cabstandard with burgundy finish, heat, and A/C. Optional western finish interior.
Steeringarticulated hydrostatic power
Four-wheel driveYes
Production
Series60 2+2 Series
Total built272
ManufacturerInternational Harvester
Original price$61,400 in 1984
Production years1981 - 1984
Transmission
Typetwo-range power shift
Gears16 forward and 8 reverse
DescriptionLeft lever selects high, low, or reverse range. Right lever selects gear. On-the-move powershift without the clutch between gear pairs 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, and 7/8. Synchronized shift (with the clutch) from 2-to-3, 4-to-5, and 6-to-7.
Oil capacity94.5 qts (89.4 L)
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeIII/II
Serial Numbers
19818801
19828962
19839060
19849241
19859361
Locationtransmission housing, right side
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540/1000