International Harvester 475 vs International Harvester 500
Verdict: International Harvester 475 vs International Harvester 500
The International Harvester 475 and the International Harvester 500 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. International Harvester 475 leads on rated power with 49 hp against 47 hp. International Harvester 475 is the lighter machine (2,600 kg vs 7,050 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. International Harvester 475 holds more fuel (76.8 L vs 60.2 L) for longer stints between fills. International Harvester 475 is the newer design (1974 vs 1965). In short: choose the International Harvester 475 for outright pulling power, or the International Harvester 500 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.