International Harvester D-217 vs International Harvester Type A 15HP

Verdict: International Harvester D-217 vs International Harvester Type A 15HP

The International Harvester D-217 and the International Harvester Type A 15HP are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. International Harvester D-217 leads on rated power with 17 hp against 15 hp. International Harvester D-217 is the lighter machine (1,065 kg vs 4,490 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. International Harvester Type A 15HP holds more fuel (94.6 L vs 26.9 L) for longer stints between fills. International Harvester D-217 is the newer design (1956 vs 1908). In short: choose the International Harvester D-217 for outright pulling power, or the International Harvester Type A 15HP if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.