Target Audience:
Farmers and agricultural contractors needing a versatile row-crop tractor
Market Context:
Successor to the Farmall M, competing with Ford N-series and Allis-Chalmers WD
Key Advantage:
Increased power and improved hydraulic system
Distinct Features:
Optional Torque Amplifier (TA) for on-the-go shifting; high-crop MV variants
Operating Instructions:
Controls, gauges, starting, stopping, and driving procedures
Maintenance Procedures:
Daily checks, oil changes, air cleaner service, battery care
Lubrication:
Oil and grease points, recommended lubricants, capacities
Attachments:
Belt pulley, power take-off, hydraulic unit, and optional equipment
Specifications:
Engine, transmission, hydraulics, electrical system, capacities
Troubleshooting:
Common problems and remedies
Engine Systems:
Fuel system, ignition, cooling, starting and charging
Transmission and TA:
Gear shifting, Torque Amplifier operation, transmission oil
Hydraulic System:
Hydraulic controls, oil level, and filter maintenance
Electrical System:
Wiring, lights, and battery care
Steering and Brakes:
Steering adjustments, brake maintenance
Tires and Wheels:
Tire sizes, inflation pressures, wheel bolt torque
Storage:
Extended storage procedures
Adjustments:
Belt tension, clutch adjustment, valve clearances
Safety Information:
Safety warnings and precautions
Compatibility:
Works on Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, and Linux
Requirements:
Requires a PDF reader
Searchability:
Searchable if originally created from text; not scanned images
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital copy
Paper Type:
N/A - digital format
Standard Engine:
International Harvester 4-cylinder gasoline
Alternative Fuel Engine:
International Harvester 4-cylinder LP gas
Diesel Engine (Super MD):
International Harvester 4-cylinder diesel
Engine Power:
Approximately 40 drawbar hp, 45 belt hp (Super M gasoline)
Bore and Stroke:
3.625 x 4.5 inches
Displacement:
186 cubic inches
Fuel Capacity:
21 gallons (gasoline); 20.5 gallons (diesel)
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - not applicable or not tested for tractors
Active and Passive Features
Active Features:
Manual steering, mechanical brakes
Passive Features:
No seat belts or ROPS standard on this age of tractor
Engine Oil Change:
Every 500 hours or as specified in manual
Transmission Oil Change:
Every 1000 hours or as specified in manual
Engine Oil:
SAE 30, SF/CD class
Transmission Oil:
SAE 90 or similar
Hydraulic Oil:
Type A, DEXRON II equivalent
Common Wear Items:
Ignition points, spark plugs, hoses, belts