International Harvester 460
Built: 1958–1963 · Series: Standard-Serie
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International Harvester 460 (Standard Line) – six-cylinder tractor with petrol, LPG or diesel engine, 38.2 kW and 244 Nm torque, built from 1958 to 1963.
The Standard line with the INTERNATIONAL 460 was built, like the larger INTERNATIONAL line, from 1958 to 1963, as International Harvester restructured its tractor programme by power class. Within that reorganisation, the 460 was the smaller six-cylinder version and was likewise offered with a choice of petrol, LPG or diesel engine.
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The six-cylinder engine of 3,614 cm3 displacement produces 38.2 kW (52 hp) at 1,800 rpm and 244 Nm of torque. At 2,384 kg, 3,277 mm long and 1,626 mm wide on a 1,999 mm wheelbase, the 460 is noticeably lighter than its bigger sibling in the INTERNATIONAL line. Overall height is 1,549 mm, top speed 25 km/h.
A six-cylinder engine of under four litres is a comparatively free-revving but light unit, designed more for smooth running than for high torque. The choice between petrol, LPG and diesel matched the differing fuel prices found across US regions at the time. At 25 km/h the 460 sits clearly below the 40 km/h limit for driving licence class L.
As with all multi-fuel tractors of this generation, the fuel system actually fitted governs the scope of inspection: LPG systems need a sound tank and a working vaporiser, petrol engines an intact carburettor heater against icing. Cylinder head gasket, water pump and clutch belong on the checklist for every 460, along with the condition of the steering knuckles.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells International Harvester 460
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | Benzin/LPG/Dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 52 hp (38.2 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 1,800 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 244 Nmcorrect |
| Speed at max. torque | 1,300 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Displacement | 3,614 cm³correct |
| Bore | 90.49 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 93.66 mmcorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,277 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,626 mmcorrect |
| Height | 1,549 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 1,999 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 508 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,384 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 5 V/1 R or 10 V/2 Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 5.50-16correct |
| Rear tyres | 14.9-28correct |
| Top speed | 25 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | frame constructioncorrect |
|---|---|
| Units built | 11,400correct |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 16 kW/t (38 kW / 2.4 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 36% 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 460 have?
The International Harvester 460 delivers 52 hp.
How much does the International Harvester 460 weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,384 kg.
What engine does the International Harvester 460 have?
6 cylinders, 3,614 cm³ displacement, Benzin/LPG/Diesel.
How fast does the International Harvester 460 go?
Top speed is 25 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the International Harvester 460?
3,277 mm × 1,626 mm × 1,549 mm.
When was the International Harvester 460 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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