International Harvester 234 Specs ( 1982-1984 )
Overview
The International Harvester 234 is a compact utility tractor manufactured by Mitsubishi in Japan between 1982 and 1984. It is powered by an 18 hp Mitsubishi 0.8L three-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine and was available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive configurations. Mechanical specifications include a 6-speed gear or hydrostatic transmission and a Category 1 rear hitch.
Ideal Applications
Engine and PTO Performance:
The 0.8L 3-cylinder diesel engine is rated at 18 hp at 2700 RPM and provides a claimed 15.2 hp at the 540 RPM rear PTO.
Transmission and Drive Layout:
This model features either a 6-speed gear transmission with two ranges or a hydrostatic option, paired with a two- or four-wheel drive system.
Chassis and Dimensional Specifications:
The tractor is built on a 56-inch wheelbase and weighs 1205 lbs, with 2WD ground clearance measured at 11.2 inches and 4WD clearance at 8.5 inches.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor / Built in Japan |
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| Distributor | International Harvester |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi |
Engine
| Engine type | Mitsubishi 0.8L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Bore/Stroke | 2.68x3.07 inches (68 x 78 mm) |
| Coolant capacity | 5.2 qts (4.9 L) |
| Description | Mitsubishi / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 51.8 ci (0.8 L) |
| Oil capacity | 3.2 qts (3.0 L) |
| Power | 18 hp (13.4 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 15.2 hp (11.3 kW) |
Transmission
| Description | Three gears plus reverse with high and low ranges. |
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| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse / infinite forward and reverse |
| Oil capacity | 12.4 qts (11.7 L) |
| Type | gear / hydrostatic |
| Description | hydrostatic |
| Transmission type | 6-speed gear |
| Description | hydrostatic |
| Transmission type | 6-speed gear |
Mechanical
| Description | two-post ROPS; canopy optional |
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| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Capacity
| Fuel | 4.8 gal (18.2 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 3.1 gal (11.7 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 3.1 gal (11.7 L) |
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Hitch
| Rear Type | 1 |
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PTO
| Front PTO | independent OptOptional |
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| Front PTO Type | 2700 |
| Rear PTO | transmission |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Ground clearance | 11.2 inches (28 cm) |
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| 2WD Height (steering wheel) | 46.4 inches (117 cm) |
| 2WD Shipping weight | 1205 lbs (546 kg) |
| 4WD Ground clearance | 8.5 inches (21 cm) |
| 4WD Height (steering wheel) | 46.6 inches (118 cm) |
| Length | 103.4 inches (262 cm) |
| Rear tread | 29.1 to 35 inches (73 to 88 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 56 inches (142 cm) |
| Width | 36.9 inches (93 cm) |
| Weight | 1205 lbs (546 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 56 inches (142 cm) |
234 Serial Number Location
| Description | Serial number plate on the right side of the tractor frame, above the front axle. |
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234 Serial Numbers
| 1982 | 8010 |
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| 1983 | 8110 |
| 1984 | 8383 |
| 1985 | 8646 |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
References
| Description | Buyer's Guide 1982 published by International Harvester / 200 Series Tractors published by International Harvester / New International Tractors published by International Harvester |
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Speeds
| Description | With 8.00-18 rear tires. |
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