Belarus T42LB vs International Harvester 3500A

Verdict: Belarus T42LB vs International Harvester 3500A

The Belarus T42LB and the International Harvester 3500A are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. International Harvester 3500A leads on rated power with 53 hp against 51 hp. Belarus T42LB is the lighter machine (5,316 kg vs 6,463 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Belarus T42LB is the newer design (1994 vs 1972). In short: choose the International Harvester 3500A for outright pulling power, or the Belarus T42LB if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.