International Harvester 1256 Specs & Features

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International Harvester 1256 Technical Specifications

International Harvester 1256 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1967 – 1969.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for International Harvester 1256 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

International Harvester 1256 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	International Harvester
Type:	Standard-tread tractor
Factory:	Rock Island, Illinois, USA
Original price:	$10,700 (1969 )

International Harvester 1256 Power

Engine:
PTO (claimed):	113 hp 84.3 kW
Drawbar (tested):	102.03 hp 76.1 kW
PTO (tested):	116.12 hp 86.6 kW

International Harvester 1256 Electrical

Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	55
Batteries:	2
Battery volts:	6
Battery AH:	204

International Harvester 1256 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Steering:

power

Brakes:

independent hydraulic dry disc

Cab:

Open operator station. Two-post ROPS optional. Cab optional with heat and air-conditioning.

Transmissions:

8-speed gear

16-speed partial power shift

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Valves:	1
Pump flow:	8 gpm 30.3 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:

III/II

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	1000
Engine RPM:	1000@2100

International Harvester 1256 Engine detail

Engine Detail
International Harvester DT407
turbocharged diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	406.9 ci 6.7 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.321×4.625 inches 110 x 117 mm
Air cleaner:	dual dry elements
Compression:	17:1
Rated RPM:	2400
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	15 qts 14.2 L
Coolant capacity:	24 qts 22.7 L

International Harvester 1256 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	8 forward and 4 reverse
Oil capacity:	68 qts 64.4 L
The 1256`s transmission provides four gears (1-4) in high, low, and reverse ranges.

International Harvester 1256 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	105 inches 266 cm (Farmall)
	92 inches 233 cm (International)
Length:	164 inches 416 cm
Width:	92 inches 233 cm
Height (steering wheel):	86 inches 218 cm

International Harvester 1256 Weight
Shipping:	9940 lbs 4508 kg (Farmall)
	11030 lbs 5003 kg (International)
Operating:	10405 lbs 4719 kg
Ballasted:	13810 lbs 6264 kg

International Harvester 1256 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 971

Nebraska Tractor Test 971
Diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD April 15 – 30, 1968 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 971 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	116.12 hp 86.6 kW
Fuel use:	7.5 gal/hour 28.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	113.33 hp 84.5 kW
Fuel use:	6.8 gal/hour 25.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	102.03 hp 76.1 kW
Fuel use:	7.6 gal/hour 28.8 l/hour
Gear 1H-TA used for power test.
Max pull:	11,104 lbs 5036 kg
Gear 3L-TA used for pull test.

FAQ

Is International Harvester 1256 a good tractor?

The International Harvester 1256 is one of the great tractors in the International Harvester stable, and it has earned International Harvester a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a International Harvester 1256 take?

Check out the International Harvester 1256 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year International Harvester made the 856

The International Harvester 1256 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1967 – 1969