International Harvester 6588 Specs & Features

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International Harvester 6588 Technical Specifications

International Harvester 6588 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1981 – 1984.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for International Harvester 6588 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 6588 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	International Harvester
Total built:	642
Original price:	$65,100 (1984 )

International Harvester 6588 Power

Engine:
Engine:	177 hp 132.0 kW
Drawbar (claimed):	130 hp 96.9 kW
PTO (claimed):	150 hp 111.9 kW
Drawbar (tested):	126.15 hp 94.1 kW
PTO (tested):	150.41 hp 112.2 kW

International Harvester 6588 Electrical

Ground:	negative
Battery volts:	12

International Harvester 6588 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×4 articulated 4WD

Steering:

articulated hydrostatic power

Cab:

Cab standard with burgundy finish, heat, and A/C. Optional wester finish interior.

Transmission:

16-speed two-range power shift

Capacity

Fuel:	89 gal 336.9 L
	139 gal 526.1 L (optional)
Hydraulic system:	23.6 gal 89.3 L

Hydraulics

Type:	closed center
Capacity:	23.6 gal 89.3 L
Valves:	2 to 4
Pump flow:	18 gpm 68.1 lpm
Steering flow:	12 gpm 45.4 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:

III/II

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	1000

International Harvester 6588 Engine detail

Engine Detail
International Harvester DT 466B
turbocharged diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	466 ci 7.6 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.30×5.35 inches 109 x 136 mm
Power:	177 hp 132.0 kW
Rated RPM:	2400
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	20 qts 18.9 L
Coolant capacity:	34 qts 32.2 L

International Harvester 6588 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Type:	two-range power shift
Gears:	16 forward and 8 reverse
Oil capacity:	94.5 qts 89.4 L
Left lever selects high, low, or reverse range. Right lever selects gear. On-the-move powershift without the clutch between gear pairs 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, and 7/8. Synchronized shift (with the clutch) from 2-to-3, 4-to-5, and 6-to-7.

International Harvester 6588 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	110 inches 279 cm
Length:	228.3 inches 579 cm
Width:	101.61 inches 258 cm
Shipping weight:	16320 lbs 7402 kg
Ground clearance:	28.4 inches 72 cm

International Harvester 6588 Height
Hood:	79.9 inches 202 cm
Cab:	114.1 inches 289 cm
Exhaust:	125.4 inches 318 cm

International Harvester 6588 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1320

Nebraska Tractor Test 1320
Diesel 16-speed 4WD August 22 – 29, 1979 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1320 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	150.41 hp 112.2 kW
Fuel use:	9.6 gal/hour 36.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	152.07 hp 113.4 kW
Fuel use:	9.0 gal/hour 34.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	126.15 hp 94.1 kW
Fuel use:	9.6 gal/hour 36.3 l/hour
Gear 4LoDD used for power test.
Max pull:	17589 lbs 7978 kg
Gear 1LoDD used for pull test.

FAQ

Is International Harvester 6588 a good tractor?

The International Harvester 6588 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 6588 take?

Check out the International Harvester 6588 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 6388

The International Harvester 6588 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1981 – 1984