International Harvester 5488 Row-Crop tractor Specs & Features

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International Harvester 5488 Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications

International Harvester 5488 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1981 – 1985.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for International Harvester 5488 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 5488 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	International Harvester
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Factory:	Rock Island, Illinois, USA
Total built:	3,951
Original price:	$66,615 (1985 2WD )
Original price:	$78,340 (1985 4WD )

International Harvester 5488 Power

Engine:
Drawbar (claimed):	163 hp 121.5 kW
PTO (claimed):	185 hp 138.0 kW
Drawbar (tested):	163.44 hp 121.9 kW
PTO (tested):	187.22 hp 139.6 kW

International Harvester 5488 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Battery volts:	12

International Harvester 5488 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Final drives:

planetary

Differential lock:

mechanical rear

Steering:

power

Brakes:

wet disc

Cab:

Cab standard with heat and air-conditioning. Optional burgundy or western interior finish.

Transmission:

18-speed partial power shift

Capacity

Fuel:	87 gal 329.3 L
Hydraulic system:	43.5 gal 164.6 L

Hydraulics

Type:	closed center
Capacity:	43.5 gal 164.6 L
Valves:	2
Pump flow:	25 gpm 94.6 lpm
	40 gpm 151.4 lpm *Optional
Total flow:	67 gpm 253.6 lpm
	82 gpm 310.4 lpm *Optional
Steering flow:	12 gpm 45.4 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	III
Rear lift:	8076 lbs 3663 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	1000

International Harvester 5488 Engine detail

Engine Detail
International Harvester DTI-466B
intercooled turbocharged diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	466 ci 7.6 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.30×5.35 inches 109 x 136 mm
Rated RPM:	2400
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	20 qts 18.9 L
Coolant capacity:	33 qts 31.2 L

International Harvester 5488 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Transmission:	Synchro Tri-Six (STS)
Type:	partial power shift
Gears:	18 forward and 6 reverse
Oil capacity:	174 qts 164.7 L
Left lever selects gear, right lever selects high, medium, low, or reverse range. Clutch-free on-the-move powershifting in gear pairs 1/2, 3/4, and 5/6. Synchronized on-the-move shifting (with the clutch) between pairs.

International Harvester 5488 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	111.6 inches 283 cm
Length:	196.6 inches 499 cm
Width:	114 inches 289 cm
Height:	116 inches 294 cm
Shipping weight:	14710 lbs 6672 kg
Operating weight:	17240 lbs 7820 kg
Ground clearance:	18.3 inches 46 cm

International Harvester 5488 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1441

Nebraska Tractor Test 1441
Diesel 18-speed 2WD May 26 – June 8, 1982 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1441 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	187.22 hp 139.6 kW
Fuel use:	11.6 gal/hour 43.9 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	163.44 hp 121.9 kW
Fuel use:	11.5 gal/hour 43.5 l/hour
Max pull:	18,646 lbs 8457 kg

FAQ

Is International Harvester 5488 a good tractor?

The International Harvester 5488 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 5488 take?

Check out the International Harvester 5488 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 5288

The International Harvester 5488 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1981 – 1985