International Harvester 956 overview
From 1982 to 1985, the International Harvester 956 has a 358 ci 5.9 L engine rated at 95 hp 70.8 kW and 2200 rpm. An independent rear PTO is 540/1000, with 540 rpm at 1920 engine rpm.
Open-center hydraulics have 11.1 gpm 42.0 lpm pump flow at 2346 psi 161.8 bar. The Category II rear hitch lists 9171 lbs 4159 kg of lift. Fuel is 37 gal 140.0 L, with 12.7 qts 12.0 L of engine oil and 25.4 qts 24.0 L of coolant.
Quick answers
- EngineThe 358 ci 5.9 L engine is rated at 95 hp 70.8 kW net and 2200 rpm.
- TransmissionThe two-speed power shift has 16 forward and 8 reverse gears with a 310mm cerametallic disc clutch.
- Rear PTOThe independent rear PTO is listed as 540/1000, with 540 rpm at 1920 engine rpm.
- Rear hitchThe Category II rear hitch lists 9171 lbs 4159 kg of lift at the ends.
Engine and Power
The 358 ci 5.9 L engine is rated at 95 hp 70.8 kW net and 2200 rpm.
Diesel engine
| Displacement | 358 ci 5.9 L |
|---|---|
| Rated Rpm | 2200 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 12.7 qts 12.0 L |
| Coolant Capacity | 25.4 qts 24.0 L |
Manufacture years
Transmission
The two-speed power shift transmission has 16 forward and 8 reverse gears with a 310mm cerametallic disc clutch.
16-speed two-speed power shift
| Type | two-speed power shift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
| Clutch | 310mm cerametallic disc |
PTO and Hitch
The independent rear PTO is listed as 540/1000, with 540 rpm at 1920 engine rpm.
Rear PTO
Rear PTO type
Engine RPM
Rear hitch
Hydraulics
Open-center hydraulics have 11.1 gpm 42.0 lpm pump flow at 2346 psi 161.8 bar.
Type
Pressure
Pump flow
Fluids, Battery, and Service Facts
Service figures include 37 gal 140.0 L of fuel, 12.7 qts 12.0 L of engine oil, and 25.4 qts 24.0 L of coolant.
Fuel tank
Accuracy Note
Tractor specifications can vary by year, region, factory configuration, installed equipment, and later repairs. Match serial range, engine, transmission, PTO setup, and model code before ordering parts or doing service work.