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International Harvester 656 Specs

The International Harvester 656 is a 2WD utility tractor. This model was manufactured from 1965 to 1973. The tractor is powered by 282 cu.in (4.6 L) IH D282 six-cylinder diesel engine with a rated power of 70 hp (51.9 kW), or 263 cu.in (4.3 L) IH C263 six-cylinder gasoline engine with a rated power of 70 hp (51.9 kW).

The IH 656 is fitted with a 3 transmission options: 5x1 sliding gear transmission, 10x2 two-speed powershift transmission, or two-range hydrostatic transmission. The max travel speed (forward/reverse): 21 mph (33.8 km/h). The open center hydraulic system has a gear pump with a rated capacity of 12 gpm (45.5 lpm).

The hydraulic system pressure is 172 bar (2500 psi). The International 656 tractor is equipped with a hydrostatic power steering, independent mechanical disc brakes, 7.50x16 front tyres, and 15.5x38 rear tyres. Compatible attachments for the tractor: International Harvester 2000 front loader with lift capacity to max height of 2000 lbs (907 kg) and breakout force of 4000 lbs (1814 kg).

Diesel Engine
Engine Model International Harvester D282
Engine Type 4-stroke, six-cylinder diesel
Number of Cylinders 6
Displacement, cu in (L) 282 (4.60)
Engine Bore, in (mm) 3.56 (90.0)
Engine Stroke, in (mm) 4.39 (112.0)
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) 70.0 (51.9)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm 2300
Firing Order 1-5-3-6-2-4
Fuel System Direct injection
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) 33.0 (124.9)
Electrical System Rating, Volts 12

Gasoline Engine
Engine Model International Harvester C263
Engine Type 4-stroke, six-cylinder gasoline
Number of Cylinders 6
Displacement, cu in (L) 263 (4.30)
Engine Bore, in (mm) 3.56 (90.0)
Engine Stroke, in (mm) 4.39 (112.0)
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) 70.0 (51.9)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm 2300
Air Cleaner Dry elements
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) 33.0 (125.0)
Electrical System Rating, Volts 12

Power Take-Off
PTO Operational Type Independent
PTO Horsepower, hp (kW) 63.6 (47.0)
PTO Clutch Dry disc
PTO Speeds, rpm 540/1000

Standard Transmission
Transmission Type Sliding gear
Gearbox Type 5F/1R
Number of Forward Gears 5
Number of Reverse Gears 1
Clutch Dry disc
Maximum Forward Speed, mph (kph) 15.8 (25.3)
Maximum Reverse Speed, mph (kph) 2.8 (4.4)

Optional Transmission
Transmission Type Torque Amplifier
Gearbox Type 10F/2R, 2-speed powershift
Number of Forward Gears 10
Number of Reverse Gears 2
Clutch Type Dry disc
Maximum Forward Speed, mph (kph) 15.8 (25.3)
Maximum Reverse Speed, mph (kph) 2.8 (4.4)

Optional Transmission
Transmission Type Hydrostatic
Number of Forward Gears Infinite, 2-range
Number of Reverse Gears Infinite, 2-range
Maximum Forward Speed, mph (kph) 21.0 (33.8)
Maximum Reverse Speed, mph (kph) 21.0 (33.8)

Wheels and Tires
Drive Wheels 2WD 4x2
Steering Configuration Front Steer
Steering System Hydrostatic power
Brakes Type Independent mechanical disc
Front Tire Size 7.50-16
Rear Tire Size 15.5-38

Hydraulic System
Hydraulic System Type Open Center
Implement Pump Type Gear
Implement Pump Flow, gpm (Lpm) 12.0 (45.5)
Hydraulic Pressure, Bar (psi) 172 (2500)
3-Point Hitch Category 2/1

Dimensions and Weight
Wheelbase, in (mm) 96.3 (2440)
Length, in (mm) 152 (3860)
Height (Steering Wheel), in (mm) 77 (1950)
Ground Clearance, in (mm) 21 (530)
Weight, lb (kg) 6640 (3010)

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