International Harvester TD-15 Specs ( 1958-1961 )

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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.
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)

International Harvester TD-15 attachments

Description front-end loader

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.
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

TD-15 Serial Numbers

1958 501 (150)
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.