International Harvester L-Series
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The International Harvester L Series Trucks were introduced by International Harvester
in 1949 as the replacement for the KB-Series
and ran the gamut from light pickup trucks and delivery vehicles to full size tractor trailers. International would continue to produce the line until 1952 when it was replaced by the R Series
.
Light Series Specs
International Harvester
International Harvester Company was a United States agricultural machinery, construction equipment, vehicle, commercial truck, and household and commercial products manufacturer. In 1902, J.P...
in 1949 as the replacement for the KB-Series
International Harvester K and KB Series
The K and KB trucks were produced by the International Harvester Company, the first being the K introduced in the mid 1940. In total there were 42 models, 142 different wheelbase lengths and load ratings ranging from 1/2 ton to 90,000 lbs. They are best known for their durability, prewar design...
and ran the gamut from light pickup trucks and delivery vehicles to full size tractor trailers. International would continue to produce the line until 1952 when it was replaced by the R Series
International Harvester R-Series
The International R series replaced the L-Series in 1953. It was mostly a facelift of the light and medium models, but also a remarkable set of changes. The busy front style seen on L series was cleanly and easily redesigned to become the R line...
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Light Series Specs
- Engine
- Silver Diamond 220 Inline-six, 220.5 cubic inch
- Transmission
- Three speeds forward, one reverse, synchromesh column mounted
- Four speeds forward, one reverse, non synchromesh floor mounted
| Model | GVWR (lbs) | Cargo Capacity (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| L-110 | 4,200 | 1,600 |
| L-111, | 4,500 | 1,900 |
| L-112 | 4,800 | 2,200 |
| L-120 | 5,200 | 2,400 |
| L-121 | 5,700 | 2,800 |
| L-122 | 6,200 | 3,200 |
| L-130 | 6,800 | 3,700 |
| L-131 | 7,400 | 4,200 |
| L-132 | 8,000 | 4,700 |