International Harvester 238 vs International Harvester B-85
Verdict: International Harvester 238 vs International Harvester B-85
The International Harvester 238 and the International Harvester B-85 are both industrial tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. International Harvester B-85 leads on rated power with 40 hp against 30 hp. International Harvester 238 is the lighter machine (2,222 kg vs 5,245 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. International Harvester 238 is the newer design (1977 vs 1963). In short: choose the International Harvester B-85 for outright pulling power, or the International Harvester 238 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.