International Harvester
553
Farm tractor · 1972–1974 · 52 hp
International Harvester553
The International Harvester 553 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1972 to 1974. It features a International Harvester D-179 engine, and manual steering. The transmission is a partially synchronized type with 8 forward and 4 reverse.
Engine
| Engine | International Harvester D-179 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 179 ci (2.9 L) |
| Bore | 3.88 in (98 mm) |
| Stroke | 5.06 in (129 mm) |
| Power Gross | 52 hp (38.8 kW) |
| Power Rated | 52 hp (38.8 kW) |
| Torque Peak | 141.8 lb-ft (192.3 Nm) |
| Torque Peak | 1,500 RPM |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Starter Type | electric |
| Oil Capacity | 7.9 qts (7.5 L) |
| Coolant Capacity | 16.4 qts (15.5 L) |
| Manufacturer | International Harvester |
| Rated | 2,180 RPM |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | partially synchronized |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
| Clutch | 292.1mm dry disc |
| Oil Capacity | 48.1 qts (45.5 L) |
| Available Options | 8-speed partially synchronized, 12-speed partial power shift |
Hydraulics
| System Capacity | 4.4 gal (16.7 L) |
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Hitch
| Rear Type | II/I |
|---|---|
| Rear Lift | 4,410 lbs (2,000 kg) |
Dimensions
| Length | 135 in (342 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 70.4 in (178 cm) |
| Height | 69.1 in (175 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 78.7 in (199 cm) |
| Ground Clearance | 15 in (38 cm) |
Weight
| Weight | 6,383 lbs (2,895 kg) |
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Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 9-24, 10-24 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 16.9/14-30, 13.6/12-38, 16.9/14-34, 18.4/15-30 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 18.5 gal (70 L) |
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Steering
| Type | manual |
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Compatible Implements
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB3584 | Box Blades | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3596 | Box Blades | 96" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3578 | Box Blades | 78" | 45 hp |
Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.
These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.