Production

Who manufactured the International Harvester 6588 and how many units were built?

• Manufacturer: International Harvester
• Total built: 642
• Original price: $65,100 (1984)

Horsepower

What is the horsepower of the International Harvester 6588?

• Engine: 177 hp (132.0 kW)
• Drawbar (claimed): 130 hp (96.9 kW)
• PTO (claimed): 150 hp (111.9 kW)
• Drawbar (tested): 126.15 hp (94.1 kW)
• PTO (tested): 150.41 hp (112.2 kW)

Engine

What type of engine does the International Harvester 6588 have?

• International Harvester 7.6L 6-cyl diesel

Mechanical

What are the key mechanical features of the International Harvester 6588?

• Chassis: 4x4 articulated 4WD
• Steering: articulated hydrostatic power
• Cab: Cab standard with burgundy finish, heat, and A/C. Optional wester finish interior.
• Transmission: 16-speed two-range power shift

Capacity

What are the fuel and hydraulic capacities of the International Harvester 6588?

• Fuel: 89 gal (336.9 L), 139 gal (526.1 L) optional
• Hydraulic system: 23.6 gal (89.3 L)

Hydraulics

What are the hydraulic specifications of the International Harvester 6588?

• Type: closed center
• Capacity: 23.6 gal (89.3 L)
• Valves: 2 to 4
• Pump flow: 18 gpm (68.1 lpm)
• Steering flow: 12 gpm (45.4 lpm)

Tractor hitch

What type of tractor hitch does the International Harvester 6588 have?

• Rear Type: III/II

Power Take-off (PTO)

What are the PTO specifications of the International Harvester 6588?

• Rear PTO: independent
• Rear RPM: 1000

Dimensions & Tires

What are the dimensions and tire sizes of the International Harvester 6588?

• Wheelbase: 110 inches (279 cm)
• Weight: 16320 lbs (7402 kg)
• Front tire: 18.4-38
• Rear tire: 18.4-38

Electrical

What are the electrical specifications of the International Harvester 6588?

• Ground: negative
• Battery volts: 12