International Harvester
6588
Farm tractor · 1981–1984 · 177 hp
International Harvester6588
The International Harvester 6588 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1981 to 1984. It features a International Harvester DT 466B engine, and articulated hydrostatic power steering. The transmission is a two-range power shift type with 16 forward and 8 reverse.
Engine
| Engine | International Harvester DT 466B |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Turbocharger Status | turbocharged diesel |
| Displacement | 466 ci (7.6 L) |
| Bore | 4.3 in (109 mm) |
| Stroke | 5.35 in (136 mm) |
| Power Gross | 177 hp (132 kW) |
| Power Rated | 177 hp (132 kW) |
| Power PTO | 150.41 hp (112.2 kW) |
| Power Drawbar | 126.15 hp (94.1 kW) |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Oil Capacity | 20 qts (18.9 L) |
| Coolant Capacity | 34 qts (32.2 L) |
| Manufacturer | International Harvester |
| Rated | 2,400 RPM |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | two-range power shift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
| Transmission Description | Left 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 Capacity | 94.5 qts (89.4 L) |
| Available Options | 16-speed two-range power shift |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center |
|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 18 gpm (68.1 lpm) |
| Valves | 2 |
| Steering Flow | 12 gpm (45.4 lpm) |
| System Capacity | 23.6 gal (89.3 L) |
Hitch
| Rear Type | III/II |
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Dimensions
| Length | 228.3 in (579 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 101.61 in (258 cm) |
| Height Cab | 114.1 in (289 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 110 in (279 cm) |
| Ground Clearance | 28.4 in (72 cm) |
Weight
| Shipping | 16,320 lbs (7,402 kg) |
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Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 18.4-38 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 18.4-38 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 89 gal (336.9 L) |
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Steering
| Type | articulated hydrostatic power |
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Cab
| Cab | standard with burgundy finish, heat, and A/C. Optional wester finish interior. |
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| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bush Hog BH410 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 70 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3684 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 70 hp |
| Land Pride DBM2660 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 75 hp |
| Land Pride RCP2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 75 hp |
| Land Pride DB2660 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 75 hp |
| Land Pride RCPM2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 75 hp |
| Land Pride RCP3760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 95 hp |
| Land Pride RCPM3760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 95 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.