International Harvester 560
Built: 1958–1963 · Series: INTERNATIONAL-Serie
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International Harvester 560 (INTERNATIONAL Line) – six-cylinder tractor with petrol, LPG or diesel engine, 47.8 kW and 292 Nm torque, built from 1958 to 1963.
The INTERNATIONAL line of the years around 1958 to 1963 was part of International Harvester's major model overhaul of that period, when the company reorganised its tractor programme by cylinder count and power. The 560 stood at the top of this line as a six-cylinder model and, as was common among US makers at the time, was offered with a choice of petrol, LPG or diesel engine.
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The 560's water-cooled six-cylinder engine of 4,303 cm3 displacement produces 47.8 kW (65 hp) at 1,800 rpm and 292 Nm of torque. At 3,075 kg, 3,708 mm long and 1,829 mm wide, it is a medium-weight standard tractor on a 2,172 mm wheelbase. Its overall height of 1,803 mm is notably low for a six-cylinder. Top speed is 25 km/h.
Offering petrol, LPG and diesel in the same engine block was a common response in the late-1950s United States to regional differences in fuel price and availability; LPG versions ran with an adapted carburettor and ignition at lower compression. At 25 km/h and a modest 1,800 rpm, the 560 is built for pulling power rather than engine speed, as was usual for standard tractors of the period.
When buying a used 560, the fuel system fitted determines much of the inspection: an LPG engine needs a sound vaporiser and pressure regulator, while a petrol engine is more prone to carburettor icing. On any version, it is worth checking the cylinder head gasket, since inline six-cylinder engines of this era are prone to warping. Wheel bearings, steering knuckles and the clutch plate also belong on the checklist.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells International Harvester 560
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | Benzin/LPG/Dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 65 hp (47.8 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 1,800 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 292 Nmcorrect |
| Speed at max. torque | 1,050 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Displacement | 4,303 cm³correct |
| Bore | 90.49 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 111.52 mmcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,708 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,829 mmcorrect |
| Height | 1,803 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,172 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 381 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 3,075 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 5 V/1 R or 10 V/2 Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 6.50-18correct |
| Rear tyres | 15-30correct |
| Top speed | 25 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | frame constructioncorrect |
|---|---|
| Units built | 5,540correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 15.5 kW/t (48 kW / 3.1 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 44% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the International Harvester 560 have?
The International Harvester 560 delivers 65 hp.
How much does the International Harvester 560 weigh?
The unladen weight is 3,075 kg.
What engine does the International Harvester 560 have?
6 cylinders, 4,303 cm³ displacement, Benzin/LPG/Diesel.
How fast does the International Harvester 560 go?
Top speed is 25 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the International Harvester 560?
3,708 mm × 1,829 mm × 1,803 mm.
When was the International Harvester 560 built?
Production years: 1958–1963.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.
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Sources: Wikibooks Traktorenlexikon (CC BY-SA 4.0) (retrieved August 2026) · Values adopted and presented in our own form; changes from the source are possible. · How we check the data
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