International Harvester 240

International Harvester 240 Technical Specifications

International Harvester 240 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1958 – 1962.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for International Harvester 240 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 240 Production











Manufacturer:
Manufacturer: International Harvester
Type: Utility tractor
Original price: $2,700 (1962)


International Harvester 240 Power



















Engine:
Engine (gross): 40 hp
29.8 kW
Drawbar (claimed): 28.91 hp
21.6 kW
Belt (claimed): 32.24 hp
24.0 kW
Plows: 2
Drawbar (tested): 28.07 hp
20.9 kW
Belt (tested): 30.82 hp
23.0 kW

International Harvester 240 Mechanical

























Chassis: 4×2 2WD
Steering: manual
  hydrostatic power optional
Brakes: independent mechanical disc
Cab: Open operator station.
Transmission: 4-speed

Hydraulics










Valves: 2
Total flow: 9.3 gpm
35.2 lpm
Steering flow: 2.5 gpm
9.5 lpm

Tracktor Hitch




Type: IH Fast Hitch

Power Take-off (PTO)







Rear PTO: transmission
Rear RPM: 540

Title serial numbers









































Location: Clutch housing, left side

photo of 240 serial number

1958: 501 (IH)
1959: 4835 (IH)
1960: 8628 (IH)
1961: 10079 (IH)
1962: 10727 (IH)
Final: 10789 (IH)
1958: 501 (Farmall)
1959: 1777 (Farmall)
1960: 3415 (Farmall)
1961: 3989 (Farmall)
Final: 4124 (Farmall)


how to read serial numbers…

What year is my International Harvester 240? 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 240 Engine detail














































Engine Detail
International Harvester C-123
gasoline
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement: 122.7 ci
2.0 L
Bore/Stroke: 3.125×4.00 inches
79 x 102 mm
Power (gross): 40 hp
29.8 kW
Air cleaner: oil bath
Compression: 7.3:1
Rated RPM: 2000
Torque: 101 lb-ft
137.0 Nm
Torque RPM: 1200
Firing order: 1-3-4-2
Starter volts: 6
Oil capacity: 5 qts
4.7 L
Coolant capacity: 15 qts
14.2 L



International Harvester 240 Transmission overview

Engine Oil









Transmission: sliding gear
Gears: 4 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch: dry disc

International Harvester 240 Dimensions






















Wheelbase: 75 inches
190 cm
Length: 116 inches
294 cm
Width: 63 inches
160 cm (min)
  88 inches
223 cm (max)
Height: 58 inches
147 cm (steering wheel)
Ground clearance: 13 inches
33 cm (frame)
  17 inches
43 cm (front axle)













International Harvester 240 Weight
Shipping: 3,140 lbs
1424 kg
Operating: 3,637 lbs
1649 kg
Ballasted: 4,781 lbs
2168 kg

International Harvester 240 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 668


































Nebraska Tractor Test 668
Gasoline
September 6 – 20, 1958
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 668 file
Belt power (max): 30.82 hp
23.0 kW
Belt fuel use (max): 2.7 gal/hour
10.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power: 28.07 hp
20.9 kW
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull: 4,384 lbs
1988 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

FAQ

Is International Harvester 240 a good tractor?

The International Harvester 240 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 240 take?

Check out the International Harvester 240 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 240?

The International Harvester 240 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1958 – 1962

Where is the serial number on a International Harvester 240?

Lookup clutch housing, left side

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