International Harvester

6388

Farm tractor · 1981–1984 · 157 hp

The International Harvester 6388 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1981 to 1984. It features a International Harvester DT 436B engine, and articulated hydrostatic power steering. The transmission is a two-range power shift type with 16 forward and 8 reverse.

Engine

EngineInternational Harvester DT 436B
Fuel Typediesel
Cylinders6
Coolingliquid-cooled
Turbocharger Statusturbocharged diesel
Displacement436 ci (7.1 L)
Bore4.3 in (109 mm)
Stroke5 in (127 mm)
Power Gross157 hp (117.1 kW)
Power Rated157 hp (117.1 kW)
Power PTO130.61 hp (97.4 kW)
Power Drawbar111.75 hp (83.3 kW)
Starter Volts12
Oil Capacity20 qts (18.9 L)
Coolant Capacity34 qts (32.2 L)
ManufacturerInternational Harvester
Rated2,400 RPM

Transmission

Transmission Typetwo-range power shift
Gears16 forward and 8 reverse
Transmission DescriptionLeft lever selects high, low, or reverse range. Right lever selects gear. On-the-move powershift without the clutch between gear pairs 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, and 7/8. Synchronized shift (with the clutch) from 2-to-3, 4-to-5, and 6-to-7.
Oil Capacity94.5 qts (89.4 L)
Available Options16-speed two-range power shift

Hydraulics

Typeclosed center
Pump Flow18 gpm (68.1 lpm)
Valves2
Steering Flow12 gpm (45.4 lpm)
System Capacity23.6 gal (89.3 L)

Hitch

Rear TypeIII/II

Dimensions

Length227 in (576 cm)
Width101.61 in (258 cm)
Height Cab113 in (287 cm)
Wheelbase110 in (279 cm)
Ground Clearance27.3 in (69 cm)

Weight

Shipping15,960 lbs (7,239 kg)

Tires & Tracks

Front Ag16.9-38
Rear Ag16.9-38

Fuel

Capacity89 gal (336.9 L)

Steering

Typearticulated hydrostatic power

Cab

Cabstandard with burgundy finish, heat, and A/C. Optional western finish interior.

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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.