International Harvester
856
Farm tractor · 1967–1971 · 111 hp
International Harvester856
The International Harvester 856 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1967 to 1971. It features a International Harvester D-407 engine, and power steering. The transmission is a synchromesh type with 8 forward and 4 reverse.
Engine
| Engine | International Harvester D-407 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 406.9 ci (6.7 L) |
| Bore | 4.32 in (110 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.63 in (117 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 17 |
| Power PTO | 100.49 hp (74.9 kW) |
| Power Drawbar | 87.2 hp (65 kW) |
| Air Cleaner | dual dry elements |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Oil Capacity | 12 qts (11.4 L) |
| Coolant Capacity | 24 qts (22.7 L) |
| Manufacturer | International Harvester |
| Rated | 2,400 RPM |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | synchromesh |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
| Transmission Description | Synchronized shifts between gears 3-4 and 7-8. |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Oil Capacity | 19 qts (18 L) |
| Available Options | 8-speed, 16-speed two-speed power shift |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 12 gpm (45.4 lpm) |
PTO
| Rear Type | 540/1000 |
|---|
Hitch
| Rear Type | II |
|---|
Weight
| Operating | 10,290 lbs (4,667 kg) |
|---|---|
| Ballasted | 12,035 lbs (5,459 kg) |
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 10.00-16 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 18.4-38 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 42 gal (159 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | power |
|---|
Cab
| Cab | optional |
|---|
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|---|---|---|---|
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| Land Pride RCFM3610 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 120" | 60 hp |
| Land Pride RCR2510 - 3 PT | Rotary Cutters | 120" | 60 hp |
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| Land Pride RCFM3010 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 120" | 60 hp |
| BEFCO RHD-484 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 60 hp |
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| Bush Hog BH410 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 70 hp |
| Land Pride RCPM2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 75 hp |
| Land Pride DB2660 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 75 hp |
| Land Pride DBM2660 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 75 hp |
| Land Pride RCP2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 75 hp |
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| Land Pride RCP3760 | 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.