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International Harvester 986 Specs
International Harvester 986 agricultural tractor specifications: tractor type Row-Crop Tractor, weight 5910.0 kg, lift capacity 2610.0 kg, transmission type Partial power shift.
Manufacturer specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Row-Crop Tractor | |
| Weight | 5910.0 kg | 2WD: 13029.3 lbs |
| Lift Capacity | 2610.0 kg | 5754.1 lbs |
| Transmission Type | Partial power shift | |
| Length | 429.0 cm | 2WD: 166.9 in. (424.0 cm) 4WD: 163.0 in. (414.0 cm) Hi-Clear: 168.9 in. |
| Years Made | 1976-1981 | |
| Engine Model | International Harvester D436 | |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Displacement | 7145 cc | 436.0 cu in. |
| Bore | 10.90 cm | 4.29 in. |
| Stroke | 12.70 cm | 5.00 in. |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent | |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 /1.000 RPM | |
| Battery | Two 12V, CCA 470A | |
| Starter | Electric | |
| Height | 317.0 cm | Cab Height: 111.8 in. (284.0 cm) Hi-Clear: 124.8 in. |
| Wheelbase | 269.0 cm | Wide-front: 104.7 in. (266.0 cm) Tricycle: 100.8 in. (256.0 cm) 4WD: 98.8 in. (251.0 cm) Hi-Clear: 105.9 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 66.0 cm | 13.0 in. (33.0 cm) Hi-Clear: 26.0 in. |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 189.3 l | 50.0 gal |
| Oil Capacity | 13.2 l | 3.5 gal |
| Coolant Capacity | 24.6 l | 6.5 gal |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 85.2 l | 22.5 gal |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 85.2 l | 22.5 gal |
| Transmission Model | Torque Amplifier | |
| Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse | |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | |
| Max. Travel Speed | 15.1 km/h | Forward: 19.1 MPH (30.7 km/h) Reverse: 9.4 MPH |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc | |
| Drawbar Category | II | |
| Cabin Type | Cab | |
| Steering Type | Power assist | |
| Front Tires | Ag: 10.00-16 | |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 18.4-38 | |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | |
| Valves | 2 |
Source: heavyequipments.net archive (imported 2026-10). Values may vary by variant and production year; seller claims are shown separately on the listing page.
