🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

International Harvester

Model:

244 Tractor

Product Type:

Service Shop Manual

Manual Identifier:

Likely IH-244-SSM (Service Shop Manual), specific part number not provided in product info

👋 Introduction

Class:

Compact Utility Tractor

Target Audience:

Farmers, property owners, mechanics, and tractor enthusiasts needing to maintain and repair the International Harvester 244 Tractor.

Competitors:

Competed against models from manufacturers like Ford (e.g., 1000 series), Massey Ferguson (e.g., 300 series), John Deere (e.g., 850/950 series), and Kubota during its production era.

Features:

Robust build for its size, versatile for small farms, property maintenance, and light industrial use; availability of 2WD and potentially 4WD variants. The 'Improved' PDF format offers significant usability advantages over original printed manuals.

Manual Enhancements:

The 'Improved' PDF format with bookmarks, search, and index significantly enhances user experience and efficiency compared to original printed manuals.

📋 Manual Details

Primary Coverage:

Maintenance and Repair of the International Harvester 244 Tractor

Estimated Page Count:

Not specified, but typically comprehensive service manuals for tractors of this era range from 300-800 pages.

Type:

Service Shop Manual

Language:

English

Format:

PDF

File Access:

Instant Download.

📖 Manual Coverage

Brakes:

Detailed troubleshooting, repair, and adjustment procedures for the braking system.

Clutch:

Instructions for clutch inspection, adjustment, and replacement, including pilot bearing and release bearing service.

Cooling System:

Radiator, water pump, thermostat, hoses, and fan servicing; coolant specifications and flush procedures.

Diesel Fuel System:

Fuel injection pump, injectors, fuel filters, bleeding the system, and troubleshooting fuel delivery issues.

Differential:

Rear axle differential inspection, maintenance, lubrication, and repair procedures.

Electrical System:

Wiring diagrams, component testing (starter, alternator/generator, battery, lighting), ignition system (if applicable, though unlikely for typical diesel), and electrical troubleshooting.

Engine:

Complete engine overhaul procedures, including cylinder head, pistons, crankshaft, camshaft, lubrication system, timing, and valve adjustments.

Final Drive:

Service and repair of the final reduction gears and drive shafts.

Four Wheel Drive:

If equipped, service procedures for the front drive axle and transfer case.

Front System Two Wheel Drive:

Front axle components, kingpins, spindles, and wheel bearings for 2WD models.

Hydraulic System:

Hydraulic pump, control valve, cylinders, and lift arms; troubleshooting and maintenance of the tractor's hydraulics.

Hydrostatic Transmission:

Troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of hydrostatic drive systems, if applicable to the 244 model variant.

Power Steering Gear:

Service and repair of power steering components and systems.

Pto:

Power Take-Off (PTO) system maintenance, repair, and adjustments.

Speed Transmission:

Manual transmission gear shift mechanisms, bearings, gears, and synchronizers (if applicable).

Steering Gear Manual:

Service and repair of manual steering box, linkages, and tie rods.

Troubleshooting:

Diagnostic charts and guidance for identifying and resolving common issues across all covered systems.

Maintenance:

Routine service intervals, lubrication points, fluid changes, and preventative maintenance tasks.

Repair:

Step-by-step instructions for disassembling, repairing, and reassembling all major tractor components.

Adjustments:

Specific procedures for adjusting brakes, clutch, valves, linkages, and PTO engagement.

Technical Data:

Provides necessary technical details and step-by-step instructions for maintenance and repair.

Engine Overhaul:

Complete engine rebuild procedures, including torque specifications and component clearances.

Transmission Rebuild:

Detailed steps for dismantling, inspecting, and rebuilding the speed transmission and differential.

Depth:

Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance and fluid checks to complete engine and transmission overhauls, including detailed diagnostics and specifications.

Diagrams:

Includes detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams, drawings, and photos to guide repair procedures.

Wiring Diagrams:

Includes electrical system schematics and wiring diagrams for diagnostics.

Troubleshooting Charts:

Utilizes charts and guides to systematically diagnose and resolve issues.

📊 Manual Specifications

Format Details:

PDF with enhanced features: bookmarks, searchable text, index, improved quality.

Compatibility:

All versions of Windows, Mac, iOS, Blackberry, Android, etc.

Searchability:

Searchable text allows for quick access to specific information.

Navigation:

Bookmarked and indexed for easy and quick navigation to service repair procedures.

Printability:

Printable (selected pages or entire manual).

Binding Type:

N/A (Digital Download)

Paper Type:

N/A (Digital Download)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

Diesel (specific engine model/displacement not provided in product info, but likely a 2-3 cylinder engine common in compact tractors of the era).

Horsepower Range:

Estimated 25-35 PTO horsepower, dependent on specific engine configuration.

Fuel Type:

Diesel

Injection System:

Direct Injection (typical for IH diesel tractors of this size).

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

Likely a 8-speed or 12-speed manual transmission with a high-low range (e.g., 2WD or 4WD).

Optional Transmission:

Possible availability of a hydrostatic transmission on some variants, as indicated by manual coverage.

Pto Speeds:

Standard rear PTO speeds (e.g., 540 RPM) typically covered.

📐 Dimensions

Wheelbase:

Varies by configuration, typically around 70-75 inches.

Operating Weight:

Approximately 2,500 - 3,500 lbs, depending on configuration.

🛡️ Safety Features

Rollover Protection:

ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) likely an optional or field-installed accessory, with manual coverage for installation and maintenance.

Braking System Type:

Typically drum or disc brakes, serviced by the manual.

Seatbelt:

Seatbelt installation and maintenance if equipped with ROPS.

💡 Technology Features

Infotainment System:

N/A (Tractor design predates modern infotainment systems).

Driver Assistance Features:

N/A (Basic tractor controls).

Connectivity Options:

N/A (No electronic connectivity).

🔧 Maintenance

Engine Oil Change:

Typically 50-100 hours, specific details in manual.

Fuel Filter Replacement:

Typically every 200-300 hours or annually, specific details in manual.

Air Filter Servicing:

As needed based on operating conditions, typically checked daily or weekly, specific details in manual.

Engine Oil Type:

Viscosity likely SAE 30 or 15W-40 diesel engine oil. Manual will specify IH-approved or equivalent.

Hydraulic Fluid Type:

Typically IH Hy-Tran fluid or a universal tractor transmission fluid (UTTO) meeting specific specifications. Manual will detail exact type and capacity.

Coolant Type:

Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water for freeze protection and corrosion inhibition. Manual will specify capacity and type.

Transmission Fluid Type:

If separate from hydraulic fluid, manual will specify transmission oil type (e.g., SAE 80W-90 gear oil).

Differential Fluid Type:

Likely SAE 80W-90 gear oil or UTTO. Manual will confirm.

Common Wear Points:

Clutch wear, hydraulic cylinder seals, PTO clutch packs (if applicable), and front axle kingpins are common wear points on tractors of this age. Manual provides repair procedures.

Diesel Injection Issues:

Clogged injectors or worn injection pumps can occur, with manual providing diagnostic and repair steps.

📚 Vehicle History

Manufacturer History:

International Harvester (IH) was a prominent American manufacturer of agricultural and construction machinery, known for its durable and reliable equipment.

Production Era:

The 244 model likely falls within the late 1970s to early 1980s production period for International Harvester's compact tractor lines.

Manufacturing Location:

Typically manufactured in the United States.

📄 Vehicle Specs

Engine Family:

Likely IH 2.0L to 2.4L 3-cylinder diesel, such as the D-179 or similar.

Transmission Options:

Manual gearbox with multiple speed options and potentially a hydrostatic option.

Drive Type:

Available in 2WD and potentially 4WD configurations.

Steering System:

Manual steering and optional power steering.

Hitch Type:

Typically Category 1 or 2 three-point hitch.

Hydraulic System Capacity:

Specific capacity for hydraulic fluid and lift capacity will be detailed in the manual.