 International 454 utility, 1971 | |
| Model history | |
|---|---|
| Model introduced | 1970 |
| Model discontinued | 1973 |
| Model status | Discontinued |
| No. produced | 7,813 |
| Preceded by | International 444 |
| Superseded by | International 464 |
| Engine Specification | |
| Engine make | International |
| Engine model | D-179 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Power hp | 50 engine, 41 pto, 35 drawbar |
| Governed rpm | 2200 |
| Displacement cu in /(litre) | 179 ci |
| No. of Cylinders | 3 |
| Bore in (mm) | 3.875" |
| Stroke in (mm) | 5.0625" |
| Cooling system | Water |
| Naturally aspirated, Turbo or Supercharged | NA |
| Transmission Details | |
| Transmission type | syncromesh with high-low-reverse shuttle |
| Forward | 8 |
| Reverse | 4 |
| 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) | 133" |
| Width (inches/meters) | 66" |
| Height (inches/meters) | 55" |
| Weight (nominal) lb/kg | 4000 lb |
| Turning circle (nominal) inches/meters | 18 ft |
| Wheelbase | 75" |
| Other info | |
| Factories | Doncaster, England and Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
| Plow rating | |
| Nebraska Tests No. | 1097 |
| Approximate Cost new in (year) | $4705 (1971) |
The International 454 was a world-wide design built by International Harvester from 1970 to 1973 in several factories. It was manufactured in Doncaster, England for the European market. For the USA, skid units were supplied from Doncaster and final assembly was carried out in Louisville, Kentucky, including installation of US-built engines for gasoline models.
Model history
- Main article: International Harvester
The International 454 utility tractor replaced the previous 444. The new model was styled to match the new "66" series of large tractors. The 454 had a longer wheelbase than the 444 and a new "Lightning-Flash" in-line shift 4-speed syncromesh transmission combined with a high-low-reverse shuttle. The gasoline engine was a new International C-157 4-cylinder, governed at a higher 2200 rpm. The pto hp was increased from 38 to 41. Replacing the old BD-154 4-cylinder diesel engine was the International D-179 3-cylinder built in International's Neuss, Germany factory. The pto hp was increased from 37 for the 444 diesel to 40 for the 454 diesel.
Tractor Comparison, gasoline models[]
The gasoline-powered International 454 was well matched in weight, power, and price with the David Brown 3800, Ford 3000, John Deere 1020, and Massey Ferguson MF135. The ancient Oliver 550 was somewhat cheaper, with fewer advanced features. The Massey Ferguson 135 Special was apparently a stripped model to keep the price low. After the International 454 grew in size and power the Case 470 was no longer competitive. The Case 570 more closely matched the 454, but at a much higher price.
| Make & model | Pto hp | Displace. | Speeds | Weight (lb) | Price-$ (year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International 454 | 41 | 157 | 8 | 3780 | 4265 (1971), 4650 (1973) |
| Case 470 | 33 | 148 | 12 | 3490 | 4465 (1971) |
| Case 570 | 39 | 159 | 12 | 3530 | 5320 (1971) |
| David Brown 3800 | 39 | 146 | 12 | 3370 | 4592 (1971) |
| Ford 3000 | 38 | 158 | 8 | 3664 | 4003 (1971) |
| John Deere 1020 | 39 | 135 | 8 | 4100 | 4111 (1971) |
| Massey-Ferguson 135 Special | 37 | 153 | 6 | 3050 | 3449 (1971) |
| Massey-Ferguson 135 | 37 | 153 | 6-8-12 | 3085 | 4078 (1971) |
| Oliver 550 | 44 | 155 | 6 | 3229 | 3867 (1971) |
Tractor Comparison, diesel models[]
The diesel-powered International 454 was a fairly close match for the Ford 3000, John Deere 1020, Massey Ferguson MF135, Oliver 550, and the Fiat-built Minneapolis-Moline G350 and Oliver 1265 twins. The German-built Deutz D4006 was somewhat lower in price and the UTB-built Long 445 was much lower. The Case 470 was no longer competitive for power. The Case 570 was more closely matched with the International but was much more expensive. The David Brown 880 and 885 were also considerably more expensive than the International 454.
| Make & model | Pto hp | Displace. | Speeds | Weight (lb) | Price-$ (year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International 454 | 40 | 154 | 8 | 4000 | 4705 (1971), 5065 (1973) |
| Case 470 | 34 | 188 | 12 | 3565 | 4920 (1971) |
| Case 570 | 41 | 188 | 12 | 3675 | 5890 (1971) |
| David Brown 880 | 42 | 164 | 12 | 3850 | 5421 (1971) |
| David Brown 885 | 43 | 164 | 12 | 3740 | 5940 (1971) |
| Deutz D4006 | 38 | 173 | 8 | 4180 | 4068 (1971) |
| Fiat 450 | 143 | 8-9 | 3900 | ||
| Ford 3000 | 39 | 175 | 8 | 3801 | 4415 (1971) |
| John Deere 1020 | 39 | 152 | 8 | 4150 | 4491 (1971) |
| Long 445 | 42 | 143 | 6 | 3880 | 4454 (1973) |
| Massey-Ferguson 135 | 38 | 153 | 6-8-12 | 3260 | 4478 (1971) |
| Minneapolis-Moline G350 | 41 | 158 | 9 | 3810 | 4883 (1971) |
| Oliver 550 | 39 | 155 | 6 | 3245 | 4744 (1971) |
| Oliver 1265 | 41 | 158 | 9 | 3808 | 4883 (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[]
- 1970-1971 - International 454 replaced International 444
- 1973 - International 464 replaced 454
Factory locations[]
- International Harvester Great Britain, Ltd., Doncaster, England
- Louisville Works, Louisville, Kentucky, USA
Specification[]
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- C-157 4-cylinder gasoline engine
- 4-speed syncromesh transmission with high-low-reverse shuttle
- Adjustable front axle
- Differential lock
- Hydrostatic power steering
- Electric starter and lights
- Standard tires
- Front: 6.00-16 4-ply
- Rear: 13.6-28 4-ply
Options[]
- D-179 3-cylinder diesel engine
- Category I 3-point hitch, draft control
- Independent pto
- ROPS
- Optional tires
- Front: 6.50-16
- Rear: 14.9-28
Serial numbers version)[]
| Year | Serial no. run start[1] |
Serial no. run End |
Number Built | Notes |
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| 1970 | 501 | 507 | 7 | Production calculated from serial no. range |
| 1971 | 508 | 4907 | 4400 | |
| 1972 | 4908 | 8063 | 3156 | |
| 1973 | 8064 | 8313[4] | Last built | |
| Total built | 7813 | |||
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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
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- Clubs Listing - List of clubs including various tractor marques
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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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