International Harvester 544 Specs & Features

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International Harvester 544 Technical Specifications

International Harvester 544 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1968 – 1973.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for International Harvester 544 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 544 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	International Harvester
Type:	Utility tractor
Factory:	Rock Island, Illinois, USA
Total built:	13,000
Original price:	$7,500 (1973 )

International Harvester 544 Power

Engine:
Drawbar (claimed):	45.4 hp 33.9 kW
PTO (claimed):	52 hp 38.8 kW
Drawbar (tested):	44.74 hp 33.4 kW
PTO (tested):	55.52 hp 41.4 kW

International Harvester 544 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

Steering:

power

Brakes:

disc

Cab:

Open operator station.

Transmissions:

5-speed gear

10-speed two-speed power shift

hydrostatic

5-speed shuttle

Hydraulics

Pump flow:	6 gpm 22.7 lpm
Total flow:	12 gpm 45.4 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	540/1000

Title serial numbers

Location:	Serial number plate on the right side of the tractor, on the clutch housing.
1968:	10250
1969:	12699
1970:	14589
1971:	16018
1972:	16838
1973:	17341
how to read serial numbers…

What year is my International Harvester 544? 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 544 Engine detail

Engine Detail
International Harvester D239
diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	238.6 ci 3.9 L
Bore/Stroke:	3.875×5.06 inches 98 x 129 mm
Compression:	16:1
Rated RPM:	2400
Oil capacity:	7 qts 6.6 L
Coolant capacity:	15 qts 14.2 L

International Harvester 544 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	gear
Gears:	5 forward and 1 reverse

International Harvester 544 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	73 inches 185 cm
Length:	138 inches 350 cm
Width:	71 inches 180 cm
Height (steering wheel):	62 inches 157 cm
Clearance (front axle):	18 inches 45 cm
Clearance (drawbar):	11 inches 27 cm

International Harvester 544 Weight
Gasoline Shipping:	4980 lbs 2258 kg
Diesel Shipping:	5220 lbs 2367 kg
Diesel gear Operating:	7195 lbs 3263 kg
Diesel hydro Operating:	7215 lbs 3272 kg

International Harvester 544 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 983

Nebraska Tractor Test 983
Diesel Torque Amplifier 2WD September 7 – 20, 1968 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 983 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	52.95 hp 39.5 kW
Fuel use:	3.3 gal/hour 12.5 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	49.66 hp 37.0 kW
Fuel use:	3.0 gal/hour 11.4 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	44.56 hp 33.2 kW
Fuel use:	3.3 gal/hour 12.5 l/hour
Gear 3-Direct used for power test.
Max pull:	6,528 lbs 2961 kg
Gear 2-TA used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 984

Nebraska Tractor Test 984
Gasoline Torque Amplifier 2WD September 7 – 20, 1968 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 984 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	52.84 hp 39.4 kW
Fuel use:	4.4 gal/hour 16.7 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	50.29 hp 37.5 kW
Fuel use:	4.1 gal/hour 15.5 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	44.74 hp 33.4 kW
Fuel use:	4.4 gal/hour 16.7 l/hour
Gear 3-Direct used for power test.
Max pull:	6,521 lbs 2957 kg
Gear 2-TA used for pull test.

Nebraska Tractor Test 1007

Nebraska Tractor Test 1007
Gasoline hydrostatic 2WD April 23 – May 5, 1969 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1007 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	53.87 hp 40.2 kW
Fuel use:	5.5 gal/hour 20.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	49.11 hp 36.6 kW
Fuel use:	4.8 gal/hour 18.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	40.33 hp 30.1 kW
Fuel use:	5.5 gal/hour 20.8 l/hour
Max pull:	6,518 lbs 2956 kg

Nebraska Tractor Test 1029

Nebraska Tractor Test 1029
Diesel hydrostatic 2WD November 1 – 7, 1969 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1029 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	55.52 hp 41.4 kW
Fuel use:	4.2 gal/hour 15.9 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	50.06 hp 37.3 kW
Fuel use:	3.5 gal/hour 13.2 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	41.58 hp 31.0 kW
Fuel use:	4.2 gal/hour 15.9 l/hour
Max pull:	6,579 lbs 2984 kg

FAQ

Is International Harvester 544 a good tractor?

The International Harvester 544 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 544 take?

Check out the International Harvester 544 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 544?

The International Harvester 544 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1968 – 1973

Where is the serial number on a International Harvester 544?

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