 International 354 (gasoline-powered), 1973 | |
| Model history | |
|---|---|
| Model introduced | 1972 |
| Model discontinued | 1975 |
| Model status | Discontinued |
| Preceded by | International 404 Utility |
| Superseded by | International 364 |
| Engine Specification | |
| Engine make | International (Great Britain) |
| Engine model | BC-144 |
| Fuel type | gasoline |
| Power hp | 36 |
| Governed rpm | 1875 |
| Displacement cu in /(litre) | 143 ci |
| No. of Cylinders | 4 |
| Bore in (mm) | 3.625" |
| Stroke in (mm) | 4" |
| 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 |
| Lift capacity (lb/kg) | 2600 lb |
| Tyre Sizes (std/options) | |
| Front | 5.50-16 4-ply |
| Rear | 12.4-28 4-ply |
| Tractor Dimensions | |
| Length (inches/metres) | 116" |
| Width (inches/meters) | 64" |
| Height (inches/meters) | 57" |
| Weight (nominal) lb/kg | 3330 lb |
| Turning circle (nominal) inches/meters | 20 ft |
| Wheelbase | 77" |
| Other info | |
| Factories |
Doncaster, England India (Mahindra Tractors) |
| Plow rating | 2-3 |
| Nebraska Tests No. | 1115 |
| Approximate Cost new in (year) | $3815 (1972), $4419 (1975) |
The International 354 was built by International Harvester from 1972 to 1975 in Doncaster, England, and under license by IH's joint venture in India, Mahindra Tractors.
Model History[]
- For Company history see
- Main article: International Harvester
The 1972 International 354, built in England, took the place of the old US-built International 404 Utility, last built in 1968. The 354 offered a choice of gasoline or diesel engines. The diesel was the British-built BD-144 previously used in the McCormick International B-275 tractor. The BC-144 gasoline engine was a conversion of the diesel.
Tractor Comparison, Gasoline Models[]
The gasoline-powered International 354 closely matched the other models shown in the following table for power, engine size, forward speeds, weight, and price. The US-built Case 470 was quite a bit more expensive. The Oliver was more powerful but was an older design with a less-useful 6-speed transmission.
| Make & model | Pto hp | Displace. | Speeds | Weight (lb) | Price ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International 354 | 33 | 143 | 8 | 3600 | 3815 (1972) |
| Case 470 | 33 | 148 | 8 | 3490 | 4685 (1972) |
| Ford 2000 | 31 | 158 | 8 | 3507 | 3796 (1972) |
| Massey-Ferguson 135 | 37 | 153 | 6-12 | 3085 | 4187 (1972) |
| Oliver 550 | 44 | 155 | 6 | 3229 | 3906 (1972) |
Tractor Comparison, Diesel Models[]
The British-built International 354 diesel competed directly with other imported utility tractors: the British-built Ford 2000 and Massey-Ferguson MF135, the German-built John Deere 820, and Romanian Long 350. The US-built Case 470 was quite a bit more expensive. The German Deutz-Fahr D3006 was a smaller, less-expensive tractor.
| Make & model | Pto hp | Displace. | Speeds | Weight (lb) | Price ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International 354 | 32 | 143 | 8 | 3700 | 4221 (1972) |
| Case 470 | 34 | 188 | 8 | 3565 | 5165 (1972) |
| Deutz-Fahr D3006 | 32 | 115 | 8 | 3980 | 3572 (1972) |
| Ford 2000 | 31 | 158 | 8 | 3480 | 3546 (1972) |
| John Deere 820 | 31 | 152 | 8 | 4060 | 3957 (1973) |
| Long 350 | 32 | 143 | 6 | 3200 | 4015 (1974) |
| Massey-Ferguson 135 | 37 | 153 | 6-12 | 3280 | 4383 (1972) |
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[]
- 1972 - International 354 introduced
- 1975 - 354 production ended
- 1976 - International 364 replaced 354
Factory locations[]
- International Harvester Ltd., Doncaster, England
Specification[]
See Infobox for basic details
- International BC-144 4-cylinder gasoline engine
- Dual-range 8-speed transmission
- Differential lock
- Electric starter and lights
- Category I 3-point hitch, draft control
- Continuous pto
- Standard tires
- Front: 5.50-16 4-ply
- Rear: 12.4-28 4-ply
Variations and Options[]
- International BD-144 4-cylinder diesel engine
- Power steering
- ROPS
Serial Numbers Information, gasoline model[]
| Year | Serial no. run start[4] |
Serial no. run End[4] |
Number Built | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | 990 | 3012 | 2023 | Production calculated from serial no. range |
| 1973 | 3013 | 3843 | 831 | |
| 1974 | 3844 | |||
| 1975 | ||||
| Total built | ||||
Serial Numbers Information, diesel model[]
| Year | Serial no. run start[4] |
Serial no. run End[4] |
Number Built | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | 1488 | 2469 | 544 | Production calculated from serial no. range |
| 1973 | 2470 | 3018 | 3160 | |
| 1974 | 3019 | |||
| 1975 | ||||
| Total built | ||||
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References / Sources[]
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- ↑ 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
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 Maloney, James R., Official Specifications & Data Guide, Iron Solutions, LLC, Fenton, Missouri, November, 1999
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