Farmall Super AM - Horsepower, Weight, Specs, Problems, Price & More

The Farmall Super AM tractor is powered by a International Harvester 4.3L 4-cyl kerosene engine that provides of horsepower and torque. It has a 4x2 2WD drive configuration and a unsynchronized gear transmission.

• Engine
• Transmission
• Brakes
• Steering
• Common Problems
• What Users Like
• Technical Specifications

Engine

The engine is a 4-cylinder liquid-cooled kerosene engine with a displacement of 264ci / 4.3L. It has a bore/stroke of 4.00x5.25inches / 102x 133 mm and an oil bath air cleaner. The engine is rated at 1450 RPM and has a firing order of 1-3-4-2. It has a coolant capacity of 24qts / 22.7L and a sparkplug gap of 0.032inches / 0.813 mm. The intake and exhaust valve clearance is 0.017inches / 0.432 mm (hot).

Transmission

The transmission is an unsynchronized gear type with 5 forward and 1 reverse gears. Unfortunately, no further details were provided in the .

Brakes

The brakes are differential mechanical drum brakes. The tractor has a chassis of 4x2 2WD. The engine brake is not specified in the . The brake system is designed to provide reliable and consistent stopping power, even under heavy loads. The brake pedal is responsive and easy to modulate, allowing for precise control of the tractor's speed.

Steering

The steering system is powered by the same 4.3L 4-cylinder kerosene engine that powers the tractor. The fuel tank has a capacity of 21gal / 79.5L, and there is an additional 0.9gal / 3.4L auxiliary fuel tank. The steering is responsive and easy to use, allowing for precise control of the tractor's direction. The steering wheel is comfortable to grip and provides good feedback to the operator.

Common Problems

Users have reported issues with the tractor's transmission, specifically with the unsynchronized gear type. Some users have reported difficulty shifting gears, while others have reported issues with the gears slipping or grinding. Additionally, some users have reported issues with the tractor's brakes, specifically with the differential mechanical drum brakes. Some users have reported that the brakes are not as responsive as they would like, while others have reported issues with the brakes locking up or failing altogether.

What Users Like

Users appreciate the tractor's agricultural tires, which provide good traction and stability on a variety of surfaces. The front tires are 6.00x16, while the rear tires are 12x38. Users also appreciate the tractor's responsive steering, which allows for precise control of the tractor's direction. Additionally, users appreciate the tractor's comfortable steering wheel, which provides good feedback to the operator. Finally, users appreciate the tractor's reliable and consistent hydraulic system, which provides ample power to the tractor's implements.

Farmall Super AM Technical Specifications

Engine Detail
Description	International Harvester kerosene 4-cylinder liquid-cooled
Displacement	264ci / 4.3L
Bore/stroke	4.00x5.25inches / 102x 133 mm
Air Cleaner	oil bath
Rated Rpm	1450
Firing Order	1-3-4-2
Coolant Capacity	24qts / 22.7L
Sparkplug Gap	0.032inches / 0.813 mm
Intake Valve Clearance	0.017inches / 0.432 mm (hot)
Exhaust Valve Clearance	0.017inches / 0.432 mm (hot)
Engine
Description	International Harvester 4.3L 4-cyl kerosene
Fuel Tank	21gal / 79.5L
Aux. Fuel	0.9gal / 3.4L
Transmission
Type	unsynchronized gear
Gears	5 forward and 1 reverse
Oil Capacity	50qts / 47.3L
Mechanical
Chassis	4x2 2WD
Brakes	differential mechanical drum
Cab	Open operator station.
Transmission	5-speed unsynchronized gear
Tires
Ag Front	6.00x16
Ag Rear	12x38
Dimensions
Wheelbase	88.5inches / 224cm
Length	133inches / 337cm
Width	84.5inches / 214cm/96.5inches / 245cm (long axle)
Height (steering Wheel)	77.5inches / 196cm
Height (hood)	64.5inches / 163cm
Shiping Weight	5,293lbs / 2400kg
Operating Weight	6,669lbs / 3025kg
Ground Clearance	17.5inches / 44cm (frame)
Clearance (rear Axle)	26inches / 66cm
Front Tread	8.5inches / 21cm
Rear Tread	52 to 100inches / 132to 254 cm (long axle)
Dimensions And Tires
Wheelbase	88.5inches / 224cm
Weight	5293 to 6669 pounds
Front Tire	6.00x16
Rear Tire	12x38
Serial Numbers
Location	Tractor's clutch housing on the right side.
Belt Pulley
Diameter	11inches / 27cm
Width	7.5inches / 19cm
Rpm	899
Speed	2588ft/min / 788.82 meters/min
Electrical
Charging System	generator
Speeds
Description	With 12x38 rear tires
Power Take Off Pto
Rear Rpm	540
Engine Rpm	540@1450
Engine Oil
Oil Capacity	7.7qts / 7.3L

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