 International 444 utility, 1968 | |
| Model history | |
|---|---|
| Model introduced | 1967 |
| Model discontinued | 1971 |
| Model status | Discontinued |
| No. produced | 13,087 |
| Preceded by | International 424 |
| Superseded by | International 454 |
| 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 | 6.00-16 4-ply |
| Rear | 13.6-28 4-ply |
| Tractor Dimensions | |
| Length (inches/metres) | 121" |
| Height (inches/meters) | 58" |
| Weight (nominal) lb/kg | 3800 lb |
| Turning circle (nominal) inches/meters | 17 ft |
| Wheelbase | 70" |
| Other info | |
| Factories |
Doncaster, England Louisville, Kentucky, USA India (Mahindra Tractors) |
| Plow rating | 2-3 14" |
| Nebraska Tests No. | 985 |
| Approximate Cost new in (year) | $3725 (1968) |
The International 444 was built by International Harvester from 1967 to 1971, with partial manufacture in Doncaster, England and final assembly in Louisville, Kentucky, USA, and under license by IH's joint venture in India, Mahindra Tractors.
Model history[]
- Main article: International Harvester
For industrial version see International 2444. For low profile version see International 2444 Lo-Boy
The International 444 utility tractor was an upgrade of the 424 with minor restyling. The new grille was slightly reverse-slanting and the white panels on the hood sides were smaller, no longer extending forward to the grille surround. The model number was moved up to the same level as the International name. The diesel version continued to use the British-built International BD-154 4-cylinder engine and the power rating was unchanged at 37 pto hp. The International C-146 gasoline engine was replaced by the C-153 C-153 from the just discontinued 504 Utility, but governed at a lower 2000 rpm. The power output of the gas tractor was increased slightly from 37 to 38 pto hp and 32 to 33 drawbar hp.
Tractor Comparison, gasoline models[]
The gasoline-powered International 444 was well matched in weight, power, and price with the Case 440 and later 470, David Brown 3800, Ford 3000, John Deere 1020, Massey-Ferguson MF135 (with Continental 4-cylinder in 1968 and Perkins 3-cylinder afterwards), and Oliver 550. The Fiat-built Oliver 1250 was a little lighter and cheaper than the International.
| Make & model | Pto hp | Displace. | Speeds | Weight (lb) | Price-$ (year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International 444 | 38 | 152 | 8 | 3800 | 3725 (1968), 4470 (1971) |
| Case 440 | 33 | 148 | 8 | 3530 | 3944 (1968) |
| Case 470 | 33 | 148 | 4-8 | 3490 | 4465 (1971) |
| David Brown 3800 | 39 | 146 | 6-12 | 3370 | 4371 (1971) |
| Ford 3000 | 38 | 158 | 8 | 3480 | 3457 (1968) |
| John Deere 1020RU | 39 | 135 | 8-16 | 4100 | 3418 (1968) |
| Massey-Ferguson 135 | 35 | 145 | 6-12 | 2940 | 3900 (1968) |
| Massey-Ferguson 135 | 37 | 153 | 8 | 3085 | 4078 (1971) |
| Oliver 550 | 41 | 155 | 6 | 3229 | 3341 (1968) |
| Oliver 1250 | 35 | 116 | 6 | 3510 | 3190 (1968) |
Tractor Comparison, diesel models[]
The diesel-powered International 444 competed directly with the Case 430 and later 470, David Brown 780, Ford 3000, John Deere 1020, Massey-Ferguson MF135, and Oliver 550. The Fiat-built Oliver 1250 was priced lower than the other models but was lower powered than the International. The replacement Oliver 1255 was larger and competed directly with the International as did the German-built Deutz D4006.
| Make & model | Pto hp | Displace. | Speeds | Weight (lb) | Price-$ (year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International 444 | 37 | 154 | 8 | 3920 | 4105 (1968), 4880 (1971) |
| Case 430 | 34 | 188 | 8 | 3590 | 4364 (1968) |
| Case 470 | 34 | 188 | 4-8 | 3565 | 4920 (1971) |
| David Brown 780 | 36 | 146 | 12 | 3710 | 4371 (1968) |
| Deutz D4006 | 38 | 173 | 8-12 | 4180 | 4068 (1971) |
| Fiat 450 | 143 | 8-9 | 3900 | ||
| Ford 3000 | 39 | 175 | 8 | 3805 | 3814 (1968) |
| John Deere 1020RU | 39 | 152 | 8-16 | 4150 | 3783 (1968) |
| Massey-Ferguson 135 | 38 | 153 | 6-12 | 3130 | 4358 (1968) |
| Oliver 550 | 39 | 155 | 6 | 3245 | 4260 (1968) |
| Oliver 1250 | 35 | 138 | 6 | 3666 | 3476 (1968) |
| Oliver 1255 | 39 | 143 | 6-9 | 3906 | 4650 (1971) |
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
- 1971 - International 454 replaced 444 in US
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 and lights
- Constant running pto
- Standard tires
- Front: 6.00-16 4-ply
- Rear: 13.6-28 4-ply
Options[]
- BD-154 4-cylinder diesel engine
- 8-speed dual-range transmission with forward-reverse shuttle
- Hydrostatic power steering
- Category I 3-point hitch, draft control
- Dual rear wheels
Serial numbers (diesel version)[]
| Year | Serial no. run start[1] |
Serial no. run End |
Number Built | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | 501 | 1189 | 689 | Production calculated from serial no. range, includes 2444 and 2444 Lo-Boy |
| 1968 | 1190 | 5269 | 4080 | |
| 1969 | 5270 | 9009 | 3740 | |
| 1970 | 9010 | 12536 | 3527 | |
| 1971 | 12357 | 13407[4] | 1051 | Last built |
| Total built | 13087 | |||
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See also[]
- List of Tractor Manufacturers
- List of International Harvester vehicles
- International Harvester
- Case IH
- Farmall
- International 424
- International 2444
- International 2444 Lo-Boy
- Collection related info
- Shows and Meets - events featuring tractors and other machinery
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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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