Farmall B: all source data

All 89 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
FactoriesChicago, Illinois, USA
FactoriesLouisville, Kentucky, USA
Total built75,241
Original price$770
(no label)The Farmall A and B were nearly identical tractors. The A featured an offset engine and wide front end. The B had a centered engine, seat offset to the right, and narrow front end.
Engine
(no label)International Harvester 1.9L 4-cyl gasoline
(no label)International Harvester 1.9L 4-cyl kerosene
Fuel tank10 gal | 37.9 L
Aux. fuel1 gal | 3.8 L
Transmission
(no label)4-speed gear
Power
Drawbar (claimed)17.31 hp | 12.9 kW
Belt (claimed)19.22 hp | 14.3 kW
Plows1
Drawbar (tested)16.21 hp | 12.1 kW
Belt (tested)18.39 hp | 13.7 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two-wheel drive
(no label)Manual steering
(no label)Mechanical contracting band brakes
(no label)Open operator station.
Hitch
TypeIH Pneumatic Lift-All
Pto
Rear PTOtransmission
Rear PTO Type540 (1.125)
Dimensions
Weight2400 lbs | 1088 kg
Front tire6.00-12
Rear tire8-24
Serial location
(no label)Seat support bracket
Belt pulley
Diameter8.5 inches | 21 cm
Width6 inches | 15 cm
RPM1157
Speed2574 ft/min | 784.56 meters/min
Electrical
Groundpositive
Charging systemgenerator
Battery volts6

Engine

Engine options
(no label)International Harvester 1.9L 4-cyl gasoline
(no label)International Harvester 1.9L 4-cyl kerosene
Engine detail
(no label)International Harvester C113
(no label)gasoline
(no label)4-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled inline
Displacement113.1 ci | 1.9 L
Bore/Stroke3.00x4.00 inches | 76 x 102 mm
Compression5.33:1
Rated RPM1400
Idle RPM900-1400
Firing order1-3-4-2
Startermanual
Starterelectric
Starter volts6
Oil capacity5 qts | 4.7 L
Coolant capacity (Coolant)13.5 qts | 12.8 L
Sparkplug gap0.025 inches | 0.635 mm
Point gap0.020 inches | 0.508 mm
Intake valve clearance0.014 inches (hot) | 0.356 mm
Exhaust valve clearance0.014 inches (hot) | 0.356 mm
(no label)International Harvester
(no label)kerosene
(no label)4-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled vertical I-head
Displacement113.1 ci | 1.9 L
Bore/Stroke3.00x4.00 inches | 76 x 102 mm
Rated RPM1400
Firing order1-3-4-2
Startermanual
Starterelectric
Starter volts6
Oil capacity5 qts | 4.7 L
Coolant capacity (Coolant)13.5 qts | 12.8 L
Sparkplug gap0.025 inches | 0.635 mm
Point gap0.020 inches | 0.508 mm
Intake valve clearance0.014 inches (hot) | 0.356 mm
Exhaust valve clearance0.014 inches (hot) | 0.356 mm

Transmission

Transmission
TransmissionInternational Harvester
Typegear
Gears4 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Tires
Ag front6.00-12
Ag rear8-24
Ag front4.00-15
Ag front7.50-10
Ag rear9-24
Ag rear10-24
Ag rear5-30
Dimensions
Length108 inches | 274 cm
Width79.5 inches | 201 cm
Height65 inches | 165 cm
Weight2400 lbs | 1088 kg
Rear tread64/68/72/76 inches (wheel in) | 162/172/182/193 cm
Rear tread80/84/88/92 inches (wheel out) | 203/213/223/233 cm