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International Harvester 856XL

International Harvester 856XL tractor
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The International Harvester 856XL is a row-crop tractor produced from 1983 to 1985, built in Neuss, Germany. It features an International Harvester DT-238 3.9L 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 85 hp (63.4 kW). The tractor offers two transmission options: an 8-speed gear transmission and a 16-speed two-speed power shift transmission. It has two- or four-wheel drive with mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, and hydraulic wet disc brakes. The XL cab is standard. Fuel capacity is 28 gallons (106.0 L), and the hydraulic system operates at 2465 psi with a pump flow of 7.9 gpm. The rear hitch is category II with position and draft control and a lift capacity of 8708 lbs (3949 kg). PTO rear type is 540/1000 rpm. Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD models, with wheelbases around 93 inches and weights from 8465 to 9082 lbs. Standard tires differ for 2WD and 4WD configurations. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery and 33-amp alternator.
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Power111 hp[P]
Founded1967 - 1971
Model856XL

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for International Harvester 856XL

Power

Engine power:85 hp (63.4 kW)
PTO (claimed):79.1 hp (59.0 kW)

Tires

2WD Standard tires (ag):Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 16.9R34
4WD Standard tires (ag):Front: 13.6R24. Rear: 18.4R34

Engine

Type:turbocharged diesel
Model:International Harvester DT-238
Power:85 hp (63.4 kW)
Torque:229 lb-ft (310.5 Nm)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:4-cylinder
Rated RPM:2300
Torque RPM:1600
Bore/Stroke:3.87x5.06 inches (98 x 129 mm)
Fuel system:direct injection
Displacement:238.7 ci (3.9 L)
Oil capacity:12.7 qts (12.0 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:22.2 qts (21.0 L)

Height

2WD Cab:104.9 inches (266 cm)
4WD Cab:105.9 inches (268 cm)
Exhaust:111.2 inches (282 cm)

Capacity

Fuel:28 gal (106.0 L)
Front axle:9.5 qts (9.0 L)

Dimensions

2WD Length:144.9 inches (368 cm)
2WD Weight:8465 lbs (3839 kg)
4WD Length:150.4 inches (382 cm)
4WD Weight:9082 lbs (4119 kg)
Rear tread:62 to 78 inches (157 to 198 cm)
2WD Wheelbase:93.9 inches (238 cm)
4WD Wheelbase:92.4 inches (234 cm)
2WD Front tread:53 to 72 inches (134 to 182 cm)
4WD Front tread:65 to 71 inches (165 to 180 cm)
Clearance (rear axle):29.1 inches (73 cm)
2WD Clearance (front axle):20.5 inches (52 cm)
4WD Clearance (front axle):15.9 inches (40 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery AH:88
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:33
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Pressure:2465 psi (170.0 bar)
Pump flow:7.9 gpm (29.9 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:XL cab standard
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Power steering:Yes
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Built in:Neuss, Germany
Years produced:1983 - 1985

Transmission

Gears:8 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:310mm dry disc
Options:8-speed gear, 16-speed two-speed power shift
Gear type:gear
Description:Four gears in two ranges, plus reverse range.
Oil capacity:44.4 qts (42.0 L)

Power shift transmission

Type:two-speed power shift
Gears:16 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:310mm dry disc
Description:Four gears in two ranges, plus reverse range, with two-speed power shift.
Oil capacity:44.4 qts (42.0 L)

Tractor hitch

Control:position and draft control
Rear Type:II
Rear lift capacity:8708 lbs (3949 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO Type:540/1000

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