Target Audience:
Smaller farms and orchards needing lightweight, general-purpose row-crop and standard tread tractors.
Competitors:
John Deere Model L, Ford 9N, Allis-Chalmers WC.
Advantage:
Versatility, robust construction, and functional design for a range of applications.
Farmall A:
Cultivator clearance for row-crop farming, 2-wheel drive, integrated hitch system.
Farmall AV:
High-crop version with greater ground clearance for specialized row-crop applications.
Farmall B:
Standard tread configuration for broader utility farming.
Farmall BN:
Higher clearance than B, not as extreme as AV.
Engine Parts:
Crankshaft, pistons, connecting rods, valves, camshaft, oil pump, oil filter, cooling system components, manifold, carburetor, ignition system components.
Transmission Parts:
Gears, shafts, bearings, seals, clutch components, shifter mechanism.
Chassis and Frame:
Frame components, drawbar, steering components, front axle, rear axle housing.
Wheel and Tire Assembly:
Wheel rims, hubs, lug bolts, tire sizes and specifications.
Electrical System Components:
Wiring harnesses, lighting components, battery tray, starter mounting.
Hydraulic System Components:
If applicable to specific variants within the models, though primary focus is on mechanical parts.
Body and Fittings:
Sheet metal parts, fenders, seat components, controls, instrument panel components.
Drawbar Hitch Components:
Detailed parts for the integrated hitch and drawbar assembly.
Part Identification:
Detailed exploded drawings for correct assembly and identification of all parts.
Part Number Reference:
Comprehensive listing of official International Harvester part numbers.
Part Quantity Verification:
Indication of the quantity of each part used per vehicle.
Model Application Mapping:
Clear indication of which parts apply to which specific tractor model (A, AV, B, BN) and year.
Dimensions and Quantities:
Includes critical dimensions and quantities for part identification and procurement.
Depth of Information:
Highly detailed, focusing on component identification, part numbers, and assembly context.
Diagnostic Capability:
Limited diagnostic procedures, primarily focused on part identification for replacement.
Repair Instructions:
Implied through exploded drawings for assembly, but not step-by-step repair guides.
Part Number Precision:
Essential for ordering correct replacement parts, crucial for restoration and repair.
Compatibility:
Works on any device with a PDF reader.
Requirements:
No special software required.
Searchability:
PDF format allows for text searching if OCR is applied, enhancing usability.
Image Clarity:
Dependent on source scan quality; aims for clarity of exploded drawings and text.
Illustration Quality:
Exploded drawings are the core of this manual and are critical for understanding assembly sequences.
Binding Type:
N/A - Digital Format
Paper Type:
N/A - Digital Format
Engine Make:
International Harvester
Engine Displacement:
113 cubic inches
Engine Bore x Stroke:
3.00 in x 4.00 in
Cooling System:
Water Cooled
Aspiration:
Naturally Aspirated
Farmall A Drawbar HP:
15 hp
Farmall AV Belt HP:
18 hp
Farmall AV Drawbar HP:
N/A - not specified for this model
Farmall B Belt HP:
N/A - not specified for this model
Farmall B Drawbar HP:
N/A - not specified for this model
Farmall BN Belt HP:
N/A - not specified for this model
Farmall BN Drawbar HP:
N/A - not specified for this model
Farmall A Fuel Type:
Distillate (Kerosene/Gasoline blend)
Farmall AV Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Farmall B Fuel Type:
N/A - not specified for this model
Farmall BN Fuel Type:
N/A - not specified for this model
Service Intervals:
N/A - Not specified in the parts catalog.
Fluid Specifications:
N/A - Not specified in the parts catalog.
Known Issues/Common Wear Items:
Typical wear items include clutch, brakes, seals, and ignition components; details in parts catalog.
