Farmall 460: all source data

All 103 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.

Overview

Production
ManufacturerFarmall (a part of International Harvester)
(no label)Row-Crop tractor
(no label)Built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA
(no label)Original price was $4,100 in 1963
(no label)The Farmall 460 experienced rear-end problems associated with too much engine power for the final drive. International offered an entirely new rear end in mid 1959 to replace the original.
Engine
(no label)International Harvester 3.6L 6-cyl gasoline
(no label)International Harvester 3.9L 6-cyl diesel
(no label)International Harvester 3.6L 6-cyl LP gas
Transmission
(no label)5-speed
(no label)10-speed
Power
Drawbar (claimed)45.3 hp | 33.8 kW
PTO (claimed)49.47 hp | 36.9 kW
Plows4
Drawbar (tested)46.11 hp | 34.4 kW
Belt (tested)50.10 hp | 37.4 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two-wheel drive
Steeringpower
(no label)Differential mechanical disc brakes
(no label)Open operator station.
Capacity
Hydraulic system10 gal | 37.9 L
Hydraulics
Capacity10 gal | 37.9 L
Valves2
Pump flow12 gpm | 45.4 lpm
Hitch
TypeIH Fast Hitch
Pto
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540
Dimensions
Wheelbase95 inches | 241 cm
Wheelbase100 inches (Hi-Clear) | 254 cm
Weight5835 to 6055 pounds
Front tire5.50-16
Rear tire12.4-38
Serial location
(no label)Serial number plate on the right side of the Farmall 460, on the clutch housing.
Electrical
Charging systemgenerator
Charging amps20
Batteries2 (diesel)
Batteries1 (gas/LP)
Battery volts6 (diesel)
Battery volts12 (gas/LP)

Engine

Engine options
(no label)International Harvester 3.6L 6-cyl gasoline
(no label)International Harvester 3.9L 6-cyl diesel
(no label)International Harvester 3.6L 6-cyl LP gas
Engine detail
(no label)International Harvester C-221
(no label)gasoline
(no label)6-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement221 ci | 3.6 L
Bore/Stroke3.5625x3.6875 inches | 90 x 94 mm
Air cleaneroil bath
Compression7.2:1
Rated RPM1800
Starter volts12
(no label)International Harvester D-236
(no label)diesel
(no label)6-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement236 ci | 3.9 L
Bore/Stroke3.6875x3.6875 inches | 94 x 94 mm
Air cleaneroil bath
Rated RPM1800
Starter volts12
(no label)International Harvester
(no label)LP gas
(no label)6-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement221 ci | 3.6 L
Bore/Stroke3.5625x3.6875 inches | 90 x 94 mm
Air cleaneroil bath
Compression8.75:1
Rated RPM1800
Starter volts12
Engine oil
Oil capacity9 qts | 8.5 L

Transmission

Transmission options
(no label)5-speed
(no label)10-speed
Transmission
Transmissionsliding gear
Gears5 forward and 1 reverse
Oil capacity40 qts | 37.9 L
Oil typeIH Hy-Tran
(no label)Tractor must be stopped and clutch used to shift gears. An option "heavy tillage gear" was available to replace the third speed in the transmission. Serial number suffix "CC" indicates this option.
TransmissionTorque Amplifier
Gears10 forward and 2 reverse
Oil capacity40 qts | 37.9 L
Oil typeIH Hy-Tran
(no label)The Torque Amplifier (TA) allows a clutchless shift-on-the-move underspeed for any gear. With the TA lever forward, the TA is disengaged and the transmission is in direct drive (DD) mode. To engage the TA, the lever should be pulled quickly and smoothly to the rear. The TA on the 460 will free-wheel, so it should be disengaged when going downhill or towing the tractor to start it.

Dimensions

Tires
Ag front5.50-16
Ag front6.00-20 (Hi-Clear)
Ag rear12.4-38
Ag rear11-38 (Hi-Clear)
Dimensions
Wheelbase95 inches | 241 cm
Wheelbase100 inches (Hi-Clear) | 254 cm
Length140 inches | 355 cm
Length153 inches (Hi-Clear) | 388 cm
Width83.5 inches (min) | 212 cm
Width86 inches (Hi-Clear min) | 218 cm
Width105 inches (max) | 266 cm
Height (steering wheel)78 inches (row-crop) | 198 cm
Height (steering wheel)90 inches (Hi-Clear) | 228 cm
Ground clearance19.5 inches (frame) | 49 cm
Ground clearance22 inches (front-axle) | 55 cm
Ground clearance25.5 inches (rear axle) | 64 cm
Ground clearance30.5 inches (Hi-Clear frame) | 77 cm
Weight
Operating5,835 lbs (gas) | 2646 kg
Operating6,055 lbs (diesel) | 2746 kg
Ballasted8,931 lbs | 4051 kg