 International 2444 Lo-Boy, 1968 | |
| Model history | |
|---|---|
| Model introduced | 1967 |
| Model discontinued | 1969 |
| Model status | Discontinued |
| Preceded by | International 2424 Lo-Boy |
| Engine Specification | |
| Engine make | International |
| Engine model | International C-153 |
| Fuel type | gasoline |
| Power hp | 47 gross, 42 net, 38 pto, 33 drawbar |
| Governed rpm | 2000 |
| Displacement cu in /(litre) | 152 ci |
| No. of Cylinders | 4 |
| Bore in (mm) | 3.375" |
| Stroke in (mm) | 4.25" |
| Cooling system | Water |
| Naturally aspirated, Turbo or Supercharged | NA |
| Transmission Details | |
| Transmission type | dual-range sliding gear |
| Forward | 8 |
| Reverse | 2 |
| Drive | 2-WD |
| General Data | |
| Linkage Category | Category I 3-point hitch, draft control |
| Tyre Sizes (std/options) | |
| Front | 9.00-10 4-ply |
| Rear | 18.4-16 6-ply |
| Tractor Dimensions | |
| Length (inches/metres) | 109" |
| Width (inches/meters) | 83" |
| Height (inches/meters) | 50" |
| Weight (nominal) lb/kg | 3270 lb |
| Turning circle (nominal) inches/meters | 17 ft |
| Wheelbase | 70" |
| Other info | |
| Factories | Doncaster, England and Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
| Plow rating | |
The International 2444 Lo-Boy was built by International Harvester from 1967 to 1969, with partial manufacture in Doncaster, England and final assembly in Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
Model history[]
- Main article: International Harvester
For basic 444 utility tractor see International 444. For higher-profile industrial model see International 2444.
The International 2444 Lo-Boy was basically a 2444 industrial lowered slightly with smaller diameter wheels. Such low-profile tractors, also called LCG (low center-of-gravity) or turf tractors with their small diameter, wide, tires were used for golf-course maintenance, highway mowing, and sometimes for orchard work.
Tractor Comparison, gasoline models[]
The International 2444 Lo-Boy competed with the Case 430LCK and later 470LCG, Ford 2110, John Deere JD300 Turf, and Massey Ferguson MF2135 Turf Special.
| Make & model | Pto hp | Displace. | Speeds | Weight (lb) | Price-$ (year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International 2444 Lo-Boy | 38 | 152 | 8 | 3270 | |
| Case 430LCK | 33 | 148 | 4-8 | 3380 | |
| Case 470LCG | 33 | 148 | 4-8 | 3568 | |
| Ford 2110 | 36 | 158 | 6-8 | 3790 | |
| John Deere 300 Turf | 39 | 135 | 8 | 3946 | |
| Massey-Ferguson 2135 Turf Special | 35 | 134 | 6 | 3100 |
Tractor Comparison, diesel models[]
| Make & model | Pto hp | Displace. | Speeds | Weight (lb) | Price-$ (year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International 2444 Lo-Boy | 37 | 154 | 8 | 3390 | |
| Case 470LCG | 34 | 188 | 4-8 | ||
| Ford 2110 | 32 | 158 | 6-8 | ||
| John Deere 300 Turf | 39 | 152 | 8 | 4170 | |
| Massey-Ferguson 35 Turf | 38 | 153 | 6 | 3160 | |
| Massey-Ferguson 2135 Turf Special | 38 | 153 | 6 |
Note: Most specifications and prices in comparison tables from The Official Tractor Blue Book 2010[1], Farm Tractors 1950-1975[2], and Farm Tractors 1975-1995[3]
Timeline[]
- 1967 - International 444 production began, 2444 industrial version and 2444 Lo-Boy added
- 1971 - 2444 models discontinued
Factory locations[]
- International Harvester Great Britain, Ltd., Doncaster, England
- Louisville Works, Louisville, Kentucky, USA
Specification[]
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- C-153 4-cylinder gasoline engine
- 8-speed dual range transmission
- Adjustable front axle
- Differential lock
- Electric starter
- Standard tires
- Front: 9.00-10 4-ply
- Rear: 18.4-16A
Options[]
- BD-154 4-cylinder diesel engine
- 8-speed dual-range transmission with forward-reverse shuttle
- Hydrostatic power steering
- Hydraulic system
- Category I 3-point hitch, draft control
- Constant running or transmission driven pto
- Belt pulley
- Drawbar
- Grille guard
- Lights
Serial numbers (diesel version)[]
| Year | Serial no. run start[1] |
Serial no. run End |
Number Built | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | 501 | 1189 | Production included with 444 | |
| 1968 | 1190 | 5269 | ||
| 1969 | 5270 | 6260[4] | Last built | |
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Gallery[]
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See also[]
- List of Tractor Manufacturers
- List of International Harvester vehicles
- International Harvester
- Case IH
- Farmall
- International 444
- International 2444
- Collection related info
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References/sources[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Hall, Mike, Ed., The Official Tractor Blue Book 2010, Price Digests, Overland Park, Kansas, 2009
- ↑ Larsen, Lester, Farm Tractors 1950-1975, American Society of Agricultural Engineers, St. Joseph, Michigan, 1981
- ↑ Gay, Larry, Farm Tractors 1975-1995, American Society of Agricultural Engineers, St. Joseph, Michigan, 1995
- ↑ Baumheckel, Ralph and Borghoff, Kent, International Farm Equipment Product History, American Society of Agricultural Engineers, St. Joseph, Michigan, 1997
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