Overview
The Farmall D-217 is a farm tractor produced in Neuss, Germany, from 1956 to 1962, with a total production volume of 10,145 units. It is powered by an International Harvester 1.2L 2-cylinder diesel engine rated at 17 hp at 1900 RPM. The mechanical layout consists of a 6-speed gear transmission, manual steering, and a 2350 lb operating weight.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Mechanical Specifications:
The International Harvester DD-74 2-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine features a 19:1 compression ratio and is equipped with a 7.1-gallon fuel tank.
Power Take-Off and Belt Pulley:
The model is equipped with a 540 RPM rear PTO and a belt pulley measuring 9.5 inches in diameter with a width of 6.375 inches, operating at 1395 RPM.
Chassis and Tread Dimensions:
The tractor features adjustable front and rear tread widths ranging from 49.25 to 67 inches, providing a 15-inch ground clearance and 4.50x16 front and 8x24 rear tires.
Production
| Description | Row-Crop tractor / Built in Neuss, Germany |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Farmall (a part of International Harvester) |
| Total built | 10,145 |
Engine
| Engine type | International Harvester 1.2L 2-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 7.1 gal (26.9 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.437x4.00 inches (87 x 102 mm) |
| Compression | 19:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 10.6 qts (10.0 L) |
| Description | International Harvester DD-74 / diesel / 2-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 74.3 ci (1.2 L) |
| Oil capacity | 3.3 qts (3.1 L) |
| Power | 17 hp (12.7 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 1900 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
| Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | 6-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
| Steering | manual |
Hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
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Dimensions & Tires
| Front tread | 49.25 to 67 inches (125 to 170 cm) |
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| Ground clearance | 15 inches (38 cm) |
| Height | 61.5 inches (156 cm) |
| Length | 99.5 inches (252 cm) |
| Rear tread | 49.25 to 67 inches (125 to 170 cm) |
| Weight | 2350 lbs (1065 kg) |
| Width | 62.5 inches (158 cm) |
| Front tire | 4.50x16 |
| Rear tire | 8x24 |
| Weight | 2350 lbs (1065 kg) |
| Ag front | 4.50x16 / 4.50x16 |
| Ag rear | 8x24 / 9x24 |
Belt Pulley
| Diameter | 9.5 inches (24 cm) |
|---|---|
| RPM | 1395 |
| Width | 6.375 inches (16 cm) |
Variants
| Farmall D-217 | row-crop chassis |
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| IH D-217 | standard chassis |