International Harvester 500C vs International Harvester B-85
Verdict: International Harvester 500C vs International Harvester B-85
The International Harvester 500C and the International Harvester B-85 are both industrial tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. International Harvester 500C leads on rated power with 44 hp against 40 hp. International Harvester B-85 is the lighter machine (5,245 kg vs 9,250 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. International Harvester 500C holds more fuel (102.2 L vs 68.1 L) for longer stints between fills. International Harvester 500C is the newer design (1969 vs 1963). In short: choose the International Harvester 500C for outright pulling power, or the International Harvester B-85 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.