Vehicle Segment:
        
        
            Utility Tractor
        
     
    
        
            Manufacturer Reputation:
        
        
            International Harvester is recognized for durable and robust agricultural machinery.
        
     
    
    
        
            Manual Value Proposition:
        
        
            Provides essential technical data for maintenance and repair, reducing reliance on external service providers and minimizing downtime.
        
     
    
    
        
            Manual Advantages:
        
        
            Instant download, printable, detailed diagrams, step-by-step instructions, comprehensive coverage.
        
     
    
        
            Originality:
        
        
            Written by manufacturers, offering the most accurate and complete information available.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Primary Coverage:
        
        
            Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul, Diagnostics, Troubleshooting
        
     
    
        
            Secondary Coverage:
        
        
            Periodic Maintenance Charts, Wiring Diagrams
        
     
    
    
        
            Estimated Pages:
        
        
            Hundreds of pages (specific count not provided, but indicative of comprehensive content)
        
     
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            Factory Service Manual / Workshop Manual
        
     
    
    
    
    
 
    
    
    
        
            Powertrain:
        
        
            Engine, Transmission, Clutch, Differential, Rear Axle
        
     
    
        
            Chassis:
        
        
            Front Axle, Steering, Brakes, Hydraulic System, PTO (Power Take-Off), Hitch
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Starting System, Charging System, Lighting, Ignition System, Wiring Diagrams
        
     
    
        
            Body And Controls:
        
        
            Operator Station, Controls, Sheet Metal
        
     
    
        
            Power Take Off:
        
        
            Operation, maintenance, and repair of the independent and transmission-driven PTO systems.
        
     
    
        
            Hitch System:
        
        
            Category II three-point hitch system, including lift arms, draft links, and hydraulic control adjustments.
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Lubrication schedules, fluid change intervals, filter replacement procedures
        
     
    
        
            Repair:
        
        
            Step-by-step repair instructions for all major components and systems
        
     
    
        
            Overhaul:
        
        
            Detailed overhaul procedures for engine, transmission, and hydraulic components
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Troubleshooting guides, diagnostic charts, fault code identification (where applicable)
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting Methodology:
        
        
            Systematic approach to diagnosing common mechanical and hydraulic issues, often presented in a symptom-cause-correction format.
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive, suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIY mechanics
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Professional Technicians, Do-it-yourself (DIY) Mechanics
        
     
    
        
            Specifications Detail:
        
        
            Includes torque specifications, clearances, fluid capacities, and technical data for precise adjustments and rebuilds.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Diesel (typically Perkins or International Harvester engines)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Family Examples:
        
        
            Perkins 3.152 series, International Harvester BD series
        
     
    
        
            Displacement Examples:
        
        
            Approximately 3.15 Liters (for Perkins models)
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower Range Approx:
        
        
            50-60 PTO HP (varies by specific engine option)
        
     
    
        
            Torque Characteristics:
        
        
            Designed for strong low-end torque for agricultural applications.
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Injection System Examples:
        
        
            Indirect injection (IDI) or Direct Injection (DI) depending on engine variant
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Transmission Type:
        
        
            Manual Gearbox
        
     
    
        
            Gear Configuration Typical:
        
        
            8 Forward Speeds, 2 Reverse Speeds (8F x 2R) or 16 Forward Speeds, 4 Reverse Speeds with a High-Low range selector (e.g., 'Hydro-Shift' or 'Multi-Power' options).
        
     
    
    
        
            Optional Features:
        
        
            Some models may have featured a 'Multi-Power' option for on-the-go shifting of two gears.
        
     
    
    
        
            Clutch Type:
        
        
            Dry Dual-Stage Clutch (for PTO and transmission)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Wheelbase Approx:
        
        
            Approximately 82 inches (2083 mm)
        
     
    
        
            Overall Length Approx:
        
        
            Approximately 140 inches (3556 mm)
        
     
    
        
            Overall Width Approx:
        
        
            Approximately 70 inches (1778 mm)
        
     
    
    
        
            Operating Weight Approx:
        
        
            Approximately 4,000 - 5,000 lbs (1814 - 2268 kg) depending on configuration and ballast.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Rollover Protection:
        
        
            ROPS (Roll Over Protection Structure) may be an optional or standard feature depending on the market and production era. Manual will detail installation and inspection.
        
     
    
    
        
            Braking System:
        
        
            Hydraulically operated, self-adjusting, internal expanding shoe brakes on rear axle.
        
     
    
    
        
            Operator Station Design:
        
        
            Designed with operator comfort and control access in mind; safety considerations detailed in manual.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Infotainment Systems:
        
        
            N/A - Primarily a functional agricultural machine with basic controls.
        
     
    
    
        
            Driver Assistance Features:
        
        
            N/A - Focus on mechanical and hydraulic systems for operation.
        
     
    
    
        
            Connectivity Features:
        
        
            N/A - No electronic connectivity features.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Change:
        
        
            Typically every 100-200 operating hours or annually, as per manual recommendations.
        
     
    
        
            Hydraulic Fluid Change:
        
        
            Typically every 500-1000 operating hours or annually.
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Maintenance:
        
        
            Regular inspection and cleaning/replacement based on operating conditions (dusty environments require more frequent checks).
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Specification Typical:
        
        
            API CD or CE rated diesel engine oil, SAE 10W-30 or 15W-40 depending on ambient temperature.
        
     
    
        
            Hydraulic Fluid Specification Typical:
        
        
            IH Hy-Tran fluid or equivalent UTF (Universal Tractor Transmission) fluid.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Capacity Approx:
        
        
            Approximately 6-8 gallons (23-30 liters) for the transmission/hydraulic system combined.
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Wear Points:
        
        
            Clutch wear, hydraulic pump and cylinder seals, front axle kingpins and bushings, PTO engagement mechanisms.
        
     
    
        
            Electrical System Reliability:
        
        
            Older wiring harnesses can degrade over time; proper inspection and repair are crucial.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Manufacturer History:
        
        
            International Harvester (IH) was a major American manufacturer of agricultural machinery, construction equipment, and vehicles from 1902 to 1985.
        
     
    
    
        
            574 Production Era:
        
        
            Produced from the early to mid-1970s.
        
     
    
        
            574 Positioning:
        
        
            A versatile utility tractor, popular for a wide range of farm tasks, from cultivation to mowing and light hauling.
        
     
    
    
        
            Manufacturing Locations Typical:
        
        
            Various IH plants globally, including North America and Europe.