International Harvester 856 vs International Harvester TD-18A Series 182
Verdict: International Harvester 856 vs International Harvester TD-18A Series 182
The International Harvester 856 and the International Harvester TD-18A Series 182 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. International Harvester TD-18A Series 182 leads on rated power with 103 hp against 100 hp. International Harvester 856 is the lighter machine (9,370 kg vs 9,752 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. International Harvester TD-18A Series 182 holds more fuel (227.1 L vs 159.0 L) for longer stints between fills. International Harvester 856 is the newer design (1967 vs 1949). In short: choose the International Harvester TD-18A Series 182 for outright pulling power, or the International Harvester 856 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.