International Harvester tractor · 1968-1973

International Harvester 544 Tractor

The International Harvester 544 is a 1968-1973 utility tractor with 52 claimed PTO horsepower. It was offered with gasoline or diesel engines and several transmission choices, making configuration especially important when buying one.

Production years

1968-1973

Engine

International Harvester 3.3 L four-cylinder gasoline or 3.9 L four-cylinder diesel

Power

52 PTO hp claimed; 45.4 drawbar hp claimed

Weight, approximate

4,980-7,215 lb

International Harvester 544 specifications

Production years	1968-1973
Engine	International Harvester 3.3 L four-cylinder gasoline or 3.9 L four-cylinder diesel
Fuel type	Gasoline or diesel
Power	52 PTO hp claimed; 45.4 drawbar hp claimed
Transmission	5-speed gear, 10-speed Torque Amplifier, hydrostatic, or 5-speed shuttle
PTO	Independent 540/1,000 rpm PTO
Weight, approximate	4,980-7,215 lb
Hitch	Category II rear hitch

What the 544 is used for

The 544 is a practical utility tractor for mowing, loader work where equipped, light tillage, feeding, and general farm chores. It was sold as a utility model; the Farmall 544 was the separate row-crop variant.

Because transmission options range from gear drive to hydrostatic, the tractor should be selected around the task rather than only by model number. Its moderate size and 52 claimed PTO hp suit a broad range of period-appropriate implements.

Why the International Harvester 544 stands out

The 544 offered unusually broad drivetrain choice for its class, including gear, Torque Amplifier, hydrostatic, and shuttle versions. It also combines independent PTO, power steering, disc brakes, and a Category II hitch in a utility tractor built at Rock Island.

Buying a used International Harvester 544

Identify the exact transmission before purchase and drive it long enough to confirm smooth operation in every range, especially on Torque Amplifier and hydrostatic models. Check whether it is gasoline or diesel, inspect hydraulic and PTO operation, and confirm that it is an International Harvester 544 utility rather than the related Farmall 544 row-crop model.

International Harvester 544 frequently asked questions

How much PTO power does an International Harvester 544 have?

It has 52 claimed PTO horsepower.

What engines were offered in the 544?

It was offered with a 3.3 L gasoline four-cylinder or a 3.9 L diesel four-cylinder.

Did the 544 have a hydrostatic option?

Yes. Hydrostatic drive was one of the listed transmission options.

Specifications are commonly cited figures for general reference; exact figures vary by year and serial number, so confirm against TractorData.com and the machine's records. Values and prices of used tractors vary by condition and region. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.

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