International Harvester

856XL

Farm tractor · 1983–1985 · 85 hp

The International Harvester 856XL is a farm tractor manufactured from 1983 to 1985. It features a International Harvester DT-238 engine, and power steering. The transmission is a gear type with 8 forward and 4 reverse.

Engine

EngineInternational Harvester DT-238
Fuel Typediesel
Cylinders4
Coolingliquid-cooled
Turbocharger Statusturbocharged diesel
Displacement238.7 ci (3.9 L)
Bore3.87 in (98 mm)
Stroke5.06 in (129 mm)
Power Gross85 hp (63.4 kW)
Power Rated85 hp (63.4 kW)
Power PTO79.1 hp (59 kW)
Torque Peak229 lb-ft (310.5 Nm)
Torque Peak1,600 RPM
Fuel Systemdirect injection
Starter Volts12
Oil Capacity12.7 qts (12 L)
Coolant Capacity22.2 qts (21 L)
ManufacturerInternational Harvester
Rated2,300 RPM

Transmission

Transmission Typegear
Gears8 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch310mm dry disc
Oil Capacity44.4 qts (42 L)
Available Options8-speed gear, 16-speed two-speed power shift

Hydraulics

Pump Flow7.9 gpm (29.9 lpm)
Pressure2,465 psi (170 bar)

Hitch

Rear TypeII
Rear Lift8,708 lbs (3,949 kg)
Hitch Controlposition and draft control

Dimensions

Length150.4 in (382 cm)
Height Cab105.9 in (268 cm)
Wheelbase92.4 in (234 cm)
Front Tread65 in (165 cm)
Rear Tread62 in (157 cm)

Weight

Weight9,082 lbs (4,119 kg)

Tires & Tracks

Front Ag13.6R24
Rear Ag18.4R34

Fuel

Capacity28 gal (106 L)

Steering

Typepower

Cab

CabXL standard

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Box Blades

ModelTypeWidthMin HP
Land Pride BB3578Box Blades78"45 hp
Land Pride BB3584Box Blades84"45 hp
Land Pride BB3596Box Blades96"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.