International Harvester 270A vs International Harvester 3820

Verdict: International Harvester 270A vs International Harvester 3820

The International Harvester 270A and the International Harvester 3820 are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. International Harvester 3820 leads on rated power with 101 hp against 77 hp. International Harvester 270A is the lighter machine (13,925 kg vs 15,000 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 1971). In short: choose the International Harvester 3820 for outright pulling power, or the International Harvester 270A if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.