International Harvester 140 Specs & Features

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International Harvester 140 Technical Specifications

International Harvester 140 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1958 – 1979.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for International Harvester 140 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 140 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	International Harvester
Total built:	66,290
Original price:	$8,200 (1979 )
The International 140 began as the industrial version of the Farmall 140. Industrial tractors had heavier front axles and foot-operated throttles, among other options. As the Farmall and International brands were merged the differences simply became options that the buyer could order.

International Harvester 140 Power

Engine:
Engine (gross):	28 hp 20.9 kW
Engine (net):	25 hp 18.6 kW
PTO (claimed):	21 hp 15.7 kW
Drawbar (tested):	21.25 hp 15.8 kW
Belt (tested):	23.02 hp 17.2 kW

International Harvester 140 Electrical

Ground:	positive (6V)
	negative (12V)
Charging system:	generator (early)
	alternator (late)
Battery volts:	6 (early)
	12 (late)

International Harvester 140 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Steering:

manual worm-and-sector

Brakes:

differential mechanical contracting band

Cab:

Open operator station.

Transmission:

4-speed sliding gear

Capacity

Fuel:	11 gal 41.6 L
Hydraulic system:	3.38 gal 12.8 L

Hydraulics

Type:	IH Touch-Control
Capacity:	3.38 gal 12.8 L
Total flow:	4.6 gpm 17.4 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Type:

IH Fast Hitch (one-point)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	transmission
Rear RPM:	540

Title serial numbers

Location:	Serial number plate on the left side of the tractor, on the clutch housing.
1958:	501
1959:	2011
1960:	8082
1961:	11168
1962:	16637
1963:	21181
1964:	25387
1965:	28408
1966:	31285
1967:	34818
1968:	37352
1969:	39906
1970:	42300
1971:	44424
1972:	46605
1973:	48507
1974:	50720
1975:	54273
1976:	57773
1977:	60839
1978:	63111
1979:	64544
how to read serial numbers…

What year is my International Harvester 140? Serial Number Decoder

The serial number list shows the first tractor built in each year. The other tractors for that year will have successively higher numbers. Your serial number should be between two of the stated numbers.

The list only includes the numbers of the first tractors produced in each year. Your serial should be somewhere between two numbers.Unless you happen to be the first person to own a tractor, your number will not appear on the list.

International Harvester 140 Engine detail

Engine Detail
International Harvester C-123
gasoline
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled vertical I-head
Displacement:	122.7 ci 2.0 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.125×4.00 inches 79 x 102 mm
Power (gross):	28 hp 20.9 kW
Air cleaner:	oil bath
Compression:	6.94:1
Rated RPM:	1400
Torque:	106 lb-ft 143.7 Nm
Torque RPM:	1400
Firing order:	1-3-4-2
Starter volts:	6 (early)
	12 (late)
Oil capacity:	5 qts 4.7 L
Coolant capacity:	15 qts 14.2 L

International Harvester 140 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	sliding gear
Gears:	4 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch:	single 9-inch dry disc
Oil capacity:	5 qts 4.7 L

International Harvester 140 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	71 inches 180 cm
Length:	107 inches 271 cm
Width:	56 inches 142 cm
Height (steering wheel):	65.5 inches 166 cm
Shiping weight:	2700 lbs 1224 kg
Operating weight:	3000 lbs 1360 kg
Ground clearance:	22.3 inches 56 cm
Front tread:	40 to 58 inches 101 to 147 cm
Rear tread:	40 to 68 inches 101 to 172 cm

International Harvester 140 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 666

Nebraska Tractor Test 666
Gasoline 4-speed 2WD September 3 – 18, 1958 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 666 file
Belt power (max):	23.02 hp 17.2 kW
Belt fuel use (max):	2.0 gal/hour 7.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	21.25 hp 15.8 kW
Fuel use:	2.0 gal/hour 7.6 l/hour
Gear 2 used for power test.
Max pull:	3,611 lbs 1637 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

FAQ

Is International Harvester 140 a good tractor?

The International Harvester 140 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 140 take?

Check out the International Harvester 140 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 140?

The International Harvester 140 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1958 – 1979

Where is the serial number on a International Harvester 140?

Lookup serial number plate on the left side of the tractor, on the clutch housing.