International Harvester 300
| | 1955 - 1956 |
| Utility tractor |
|
Series map:
300
45.8hp*
*Estimated engine power for comparison only.
| Production |
| Manufacturer | International Harvester
|
| Utility tractor |
| Total built | 59,928 (total)
|
| | 30,851 (IH)
|
| | 29,077 (Farmall)
|
| Original price was $2,900 in 1956 |
| The 3 millionth International Harvester built tractor was an IH 300 utility, serial number 501, on April 5, 1955. |
| Mechanical |
| Two-wheel drive |
| Differential mechanical disc brakes |
| Open operator station. |
| Capacity |
| Fuel | 11.25 gal
42.6 L
|
| Hydraulic system | 3.25 gal
12.3 L
|
| Hydraulics |
| Capacity | 3.25 gal
12.3 L
|
| Tractor hitch |
| Type | IH Fast Hitch
|
| Power Take-off (PTO) |
| Rear PTO | transmission
|
| | independent (with TA)
|
| Rear PTO Type | 540
|
| 300 Serial Number Location |
 |
| Serial number plate attached to the tractor's clutch housing |
| Electrical |
| Ground | positive
|
| Battery volts | 6
|
| | 12 (LP gas)
|
| References |
 |
| Farm Loaders published in 1962, by International Harvester |
| 300 Series Torque Amplifier Service Manual (GSS-1060) |
| New 300 Utility published in 1955, by International Harvester |
| Page information |
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| Updated on September 17, 2023 |
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