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International Harvester 6588

International Harvester 6588 tractor
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The International Harvester 6588 is a farm tractor produced from 1981 to 1984 as part of the 60 2+2 Series. It features a 7.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 177 hp, with a 16-speed two-range power shift transmission. The tractor includes four-wheel drive, articulated hydrostatic power steering, and a standard cab with heat and A/C. Fuel capacity is 89 gallons with an optional 139 gallons. It has a wheelbase of 110 inches and weighs 16,320 lbs. The 6588 was built in a total of 642 units and originally sold for $65,100 in 1984.
International Harvester 6588IH 6588farm tractor177 hp tractor7.6L diesel tractor16-speed power shift60 2+2 Series
Power177 hp
Founded1981 - 1984
Model6588

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for International Harvester 6588

Power

Engine:177 hp (132.0 kW)
PTO (tested):150.41 hp (112.2 kW)
PTO (claimed):150 hp (111.9 kW)
Drawbar (tested):126.15 hp (94.1 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):130 hp (96.9 kW)

Engine

Type:turbocharged diesel
Model:International Harvester DT 466B
Power:177 hp (132.0 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:6-cylinder
Rated RPM:2400
Bore/Stroke:4.30x5.35 inches (109 x 136 mm)
Displacement:466 ci (7.6 L)
Oil capacity:20 qts (18.9 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:34 qts (32.2 L)

Capacity

Fuel:89 gal (336.9 L), 139 gal (optional) (526.1 L)
Hydraulic system:23.6 gal (89.3 L)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12

Hydraulics

Type:closed center
Valves:2 to 4
Capacity:23.6 gal (89.3 L)
Pump flow:18 gpm (68.1 lpm)
Steering flow:12 gpm (45.4 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:standard with burgundy finish, heat, and A/C. Optional western finish interior.
Steering:articulated hydrostatic power
Four-wheel drive:Yes

Production

Series:60 2+2 Series
Total built:642
Manufacturer:International Harvester
Original price:$65,100 in 1984
Years produced:1981 - 1984

Transmission

Type:two-range power shift
Gears:16 forward and 8 reverse
Description:Left 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 capacity:94.5 qts (89.4 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:III/II

Serial Numbers

1981:8801
1982:8966
1983:9164
1984:9361
1985:9526
Location:transmission housing, right side

Dimensions & Tires

Width:101.61 inches (258 cm)
Length:228.3 inches (579 cm)
Rear tire:18.4-38
Wheelbase:110 inches (279 cm)
Cab height:114.1 inches (289 cm)
Front tire:18.4-38
Hood height:79.9 inches (202 cm)
Exhaust height:125.4 inches (318 cm)
Shipping weight:16320 lbs (7402 kg)
Ground clearance:28.4 inches (72 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:1000

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