International Harvester 270A vs International Harvester 3500A
Verdict: International Harvester 270A vs International Harvester 3500A
The International Harvester 270A and the International Harvester 3500A are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. International Harvester 270A leads on rated power with 77 hp against 53 hp. International Harvester 3500A is the lighter machine (6,463 kg vs 13,925 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. International Harvester 270A is the newer design (1978 vs 1972). In short: choose the International Harvester 270A for outright pulling power, or the International Harvester 3500A 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.