International Harvester 274 Specs ( 1979-1983 )
Overview
The International Harvester 274 is a high-clearance, two-wheel drive farm tractor produced between 1979 and 1983, featuring a Nissan 1.6L 3-cylinder diesel engine. This model was a 284 modified by the KIMCO corporation of Japan and is equipped with an 8-speed sliding gear transmission and a 23-inch ground clearance.
Ideal Applications
Engine and PTO Performance:
The liquid-cooled Nissan diesel engine produces a rated 30 hp at 2600 RPM, with a claimed 27.4 hp available at the 540 RPM rear PTO.
Transmission and Drive Configuration:
The drivetrain consists of an 8.5-inch dry disc clutch and a sliding gear transmission providing eight forward and two reverse speeds across high and low ranges.
Chassis and Hydraulic Dimensions:
This model features a 72.8-inch wheelbase, adjustable front and rear tread widths reaching approximately 64 inches, and a hydraulic system with a 5.7 gpm pump flow.
Production
| Description | High-Clearance tractor / Original price was $10,300 in 1983 / The IH 274 Offset was a 284 modified by the KIMCO corporation (Komatsu) of Japan. |
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| Manufacturer | International Harvester |
Engine
| Engine type | Nissan 1.6L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Bore/Stroke | 3.27x3.94 inches (83 x 100 mm) |
| Coolant capacity | 7.2 qts (6.8 L) |
| Description | Nissan / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 99 ci (1.6 L) |
| Idle RPM | 600-2760 |
| Power | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Oil capacity | 5.3 qts (5.0 L) |
| Oil change | 100 h |
| PTO (claimed) | 27.4 hp (20.4 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | 8.5-inch dry disc |
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| Description | Four gears, plus reverse, with high and low ranges. |
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 13.6 qts (12.9 L) |
| Transmission | sliding gear |
| Transmission type | 8-speed |
Mechanical
| Description | Hydraulic disc brakes / Two-post ROPS. Optional canopy. |
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| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
Capacity
| Fuel | 8.7 gal (32.9 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 3.4 gal (12.9 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 3.4 gal (12.9 L) |
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| Pressure | 1857 psi (128.0 bar) |
| Pump flow | 5.7 gpm (21.6 lpm) |
Hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@2160 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Charging amps | 20 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Front tread | 44.9 to 64.4 inches (114 to 163 cm) |
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| Ground clearance | 23 inches (frame) (58 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 67.9 inches (172 cm) |
| Length | 109.4 inches (277 cm) |
| Rear tread | 44.5 to 64.6 inches (113 to 164 cm) |
| Weight | 2,720 lbs (1233 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 72.8 inches (184 cm) |
| Width | 57.9 inches (147 cm) |
| Front tire | 5.50-16 |
| Rear tire | 12.4-24 |
| Weight | 2,720 lbs (1233 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 72.8 inches (184 cm) |
| Ag front | 5.50-16 |
| Ag rear | 12.4-24 |
274 Serial Number Location
| Description | Serial number plate on the right side of the International 274, ahead of the brake pedals. |
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274 Serial Numbers
| 1979 | 502 |
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| 1980 | 670 |
| 1981 | 8306 |
| 1982 | 8948 |
| 1983 | 9556 |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
References
| Description | Model 274 Tractor published by CaseIH / 1985 Farm Equipment Buyer's Guide published by CaseIH / Buyer's Guide 1981 published by International Harvester / Buyer's Guide 1982 published by International Harvester / 200 Series Tractors published by International Harvester / Operator's Manual 274 Tractor (1432874R1) published in 1982 |
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Speeds
| Description | With 12.4/10-24 rear tires. |
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