International Harvester 300

International Harvester 300 Technical Specifications

International Harvester 300 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1955 – 1956.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for International Harvester 300 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 300 Production






















Manufacturer:
Manufacturer: International Harvester
Type: Utility tractor
Total built: 59,928 (total)
  30,851 (IH)
  29,077 (Farmall)
Original price: $2,900 (1956)
The 3 millionth International Harvester built tractor was an IH 300 utility, serial number 501, on April 5, 1955.


International Harvester 300 Power










Engine:
Plows: 3-bottom
Drawbar (tested): 38.32 hp
28.6 kW
Belt (tested): 42.68 hp
31.8 kW

International Harvester 300 Electrical










Ground: positive
Battery volts: 6
  12 (LP gas)

International Harvester 300 Mechanical






















Chassis: 4×2 2WD
Brakes: differential mechanical disc
Cab: Open operator station.
Transmissions: 5-speed sliding gear
  10-speed partial power shift

Tracktor Hitch




Type: IH Fast Hitch

Power Take-off (PTO)










Rear PTO: transmission
  independent (with TA)
Rear RPM: 540

Title serial numbers

















Location: Serial number plate attached to the tractor`s clutch housing

photo of 300 serial number

1955: 501
1956: 20219
Final: 33664


how to read serial numbers…

What year is my International Harvester 300? 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 300 Engine detail




























Engine Detail
International Harvester C169
gasoline
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement: 169 ci
2.8 L
Bore/Stroke: 3.5625×4.25 inches
90 x 108 mm
Compression: 6.6:1
Rated RPM: 2000
Starter volts: 6
Coolant capacity: 16 qts
15.1 L



International Harvester 300 Transmission overview

Engine Oil












Manufacturer: International Harvester
Type: sliding gear
Gears: 5 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch: dry disc

International Harvester 300 Dimensions



















Wheelbase: 75 inches
190 cm
Length: 118 inches
299 cm
Width: 65.25 inches
165 cm
Height: 58 inches
147 cm
Operating weight: 4,413 lbs
2001 kg
Ballasted weight: 6,603 lbs
2995 kg

International Harvester 300 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 539


































Nebraska Tractor Test 539
Gasoline 2WD Torque Amplifier
May 5 – 10, 1955
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 539 file
Belt power (max): 41.26 hp
30.8 kW
Belt fuel use (max): 4.0 gal/hour
15.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power: 37.36 hp
27.9 kW
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull: 4,379 lbs
1986 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.










Nebraska Tractor Test 574

























Nebraska Tractor Test 574
LP gas Torque Amplifier 2WD
May 16 – June 1, 1956
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 574 file
Belt power (max): 42.68 hp
31.8 kW
Belt fuel use (max): 4.7 gal/hour
17.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power: 38.32 hp
28.6 kW
Gear 1 used for power test.

FAQ

Is International Harvester 300 a good tractor?

The International Harvester 300 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 300 take?

Check out the International Harvester 300 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 300?

The International Harvester 300 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1955 – 1956

Where is the serial number on a International Harvester 300?

Lookup serial number plate attached to the tractor`s clutch housing

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