International Harvester TD-15 Specs ( 1958-1961 )
Overview
The International Harvester TD-15 is an agricultural crawler tractor manufactured in Melrose Park, Illinois, between 1958 and 1961 with a total production of 3,500 units. It is powered by a 554 ci 6-cylinder diesel engine rated at 105 net horsepower and features a 6-speed shuttle transmission with a 16-inch track configuration.
Ideal Applications
Nebraska Test Performance:
During Nebraska Tractor Test 750, the unit achieved a maximum drawbar pull of 21,275 lbs and a maximum power of 76.97 hp while consuming fuel at a rate of 7.8 gallons per hour.
Engine and Power Specifications:
The liquid-cooled vertical L-head engine displacement is 9.1L with a 15.95:1 compression ratio, producing 386 lb-ft of torque at 1200 RPM and 105 net engine horsepower at 1650 RPM.
Chassis and Transmission Configuration:
This crawler features an open operator station, a 381mm dry disc clutch, and a 6-speed shuttle transmission providing six forward and six reverse gears.
Production
| Description | Agricultural Crawler tractor / Built in Melrose Park, Illinois, USA |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | International Harvester |
| Total built | 3,500 |
Engine
| Aux. fuel | 1.33 gal (5.0 L) |
|---|---|
| Engine type | International Harvester 9.1L 6-cyl diesel |
| Fuel tank | 61 gal (230.9 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.625x5.50 inches (117 x 140 mm) |
| Compression | 15.95:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 76 qts (71.9 L) |
| Description | International Harvester / diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled vertical L-head |
| Displacement | 554 ci (9.1 L) |
| Power (net) | 105 hp (78.3 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 1650 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 386 lb-ft (523.4 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1200 |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 85 hp (63.4 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 76.97 hp (57.4 kW) |
| Engine (net) | 105 hp (78.3 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | 381mm dry disc |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6 forward and reverse |
| Transmission type | 6-speed shuttle |
| Type | shuttle |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
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| Drive | crawler |
Electrical
| Batteries | 2 |
|---|---|
| Battery volts | 6 |
| Charging system | generator |
Dimensions & Tires
| Gauge | 74 inches (187 cm) |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 11 inches (27 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 93.5 inches (237 cm) |
| Height (hood) | 81.5 inches (207 cm) |
| Length | 150.75 inches (382 cm) |
| Operating weight | 22540 lbs (10224 kg) |
| Width | 92 inches (233 cm) |
Dimensions & Tracks
| Description | 16-inch tracks |
|---|---|
| Weight | 22540 lbs (10224 kg) |
International Harvester TD-15 Tracks
| Width | 16 inches (40 cm) |
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International Harvester TD-15 attachments
| Description | front-end loader |
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Nebraska Tractor Test 750
| Description | Diesel crawlerJuly 30 - August 17, 1960Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 750 file / Drawbar performance / Gear 2 used for power test. / Gear 1 used for pull test. |
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| Fuel use | 7.8 gal/hour (29.5 l/hour) |
| Max power | 76.97 hp (57.4 kW) |
| Max pull | 21275 lbs (9650 kg) |
References
| Description | Crawler Tractors with Drott 4 in 1 Skid-Shovels published in 1961, by International Harvester |
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TD-15 Serial Numbers
| 1958 | 501 (150) |
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| 1959 | 577 (150) |
| 1960 | 2456 (150) |
| 1961 | 3501 (150) / 4001 (151) |
| 1962 | 4680 (151) |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
| Location: | Serial number plate on the lower-right of the dashboard. |