1970 International Harvester 544

Description

1970 International 544 Hydro Diesel Utility Golden Demonstrator Tachometer reads 2747.8 hours. Serial number: 2300483U015524 View Video Here! The International 544 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1968 to 1973. Powered by a fuel-efficient 4-cylinder diesel engine producing around 44 PTO horsepower, it delivers strong torque and reliable performance for loader work, mowing, haying, and general farm chores. Its low-profile utility design provides excellent stability and maneuverability, making it well-suited for livestock operations and smaller farms. The 544 was available with a hydro transmission, 540-RPM PTO, and dependable hydraulics, making it known for reliability, ease of use, and versatility on smaller farms. This International 544 Utility Golden Demonstrator is an exceptionally rare collector's tractor-one of only seven known to exist. Remarkably, the original gold paint on the hood was never covered, preserving its authentic Golden Demonstrator status. Professionally restored in 2012, it boasts straight sheet metal, a fresh repaint, and meticulous attention to detail. With excellent Firestone tires and collector-quality restoration, this 544 Golden Demonstrator is a rare opportunity to own a truly historic and show-ready IH tractor. This tractor never had the gold on the hood painted over with red paint. It was originally sold in West Virginia and used on a farm by an IH dealer. Later it was purchased by Clayton Darlage of Seymour, Indiana. Then the Van Wyhe