International Harvester 444 Specs & Features

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International Harvester 444 Technical Specifications

International Harvester 444 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1967 – 1971.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for International Harvester 444 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 444 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	International Harvester
Type:	Utility tractor
Factory:	Louisville, Kentucky, USA
Original price:	$4,500 (1971 )

International Harvester 444 Power

Engine:
Engine:	42 hp 31.3 kW
Drawbar (claimed):	33 hp 24.6 kW
Gas PTO (claimed):	38 hp 28.3 kW
Diesel PTO (claimed):	36.9 hp 27.5 kW
Plows:	3
Drawbar (tested):	32.94 hp 24.6 kW
PTO (tested):	38.09 hp 28.4 kW

International Harvester 444 Electrical

Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	32
Battery volts:	12

International Harvester 444 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Final drives:

bull gear

Steering:

manual

Steering:

power*Optional

Brakes:

independent mechanical disc

Cab:

Open operator station.

Transmissions:

8-speed sliding gear

8-speed shuttle

Capacity

Fuel:	14 gal 53.0 L
Hydraulic system:	8 gal 30.3 L

Hydraulics

Type:	open center
Capacity:	8 gal 30.3 L

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	live
Rear RPM:	540 (1.375)

International Harvester 444 Engine detail

Engine Detail
International Harvester C-153
gasoline
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	152.1 ci 2.5 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.375×4.25 inches 86 x 108 mm
Power:	42 hp 31.3 kW
Rated RPM:	2000
Firing order:	1-3-4-2
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	5 qts 4.7 L
Coolant capacity:	13 qts 12.3 L

International Harvester 444 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	sliding gear
Gears:	8 forward and 2 reverse
Four forward gears plus reverse with high and low ranges.

International Harvester 444 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	70 inches 177 cm
Length:	121 inches 307 cm *Length with 3-point hitch.
Height (steering wheel):	58 inches 147 cm
Ground clearance:	18 inches 45 cm (rear frame)
Clearance (front axle):	17 inches 43 cm
Clearance (drawbar):	14 inches 35 cm

International Harvester 444 Weight
Gas Shipping:	3800 lbs 1723 kg
Diesel Shipping:	3920 lbs 1778 kg
Gas Operating:	4070 lbs 1846 kg
Diesel Operating:	4200 lbs 1905 kg
Ballasted:	6880 lbs 3120 kg

International Harvester 444 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 985

Nebraska Tractor Test 985
Gasoline 8-speed 2WD September 10 – 27, 1968 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 985 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	38.09 hp 28.4 kW
Fuel use:	3.4 gal/hour 12.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	32.94 hp 24.6 kW
Fuel use:	3.4 gal/hour 12.9 l/hour
Gear 4-Low used for power test.
Max pull:	5,494 lbs 2492 kg
Gear 1-Low used for pull test.

FAQ

Is International Harvester 444 a good tractor?

The International Harvester 444 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 444 take?

Check out the International Harvester 444 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 ?

The International Harvester 444 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1967 – 1971