The Loadstar was International's first purpose-built medium-duty truck, and it changed very little over its sixteen-year production run.
Lead trim: V304 gasoline V8 (193 hp) · up to 236 hp
International Loadstar1962–1978
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FactThe Loadstar was International's first purpose-built medium-duty truck, and it changed very little over its sixteen-year production run.
International Harvester's first purpose-built medium-duty truck, built from 1962 to 1978 and replaced by the S series.
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Trims & Figures
5 published trims in the catalogue. A blank is a figure not recorded, not zero.
| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Diesel 6V53 | 1962–1978 | — | 195 hp | — | — | — | — | — |
| MV404 | 1974–1978 | 6.6 L V8 | 210 hp | 366 lb-ft | — | — | — | — |
| V304 gasoline V8 (193 hp) | 1962–1973 | 5.0 L V8 | 193 hp | — | — | — | — | — |
| V345 gasoline V8 (197 hp) | 1962–1973 | 5.7 L V8 | 197 hp | — | — | — | — | — |
| V392 gasoline V8 (236 hp) | 1962–1973 | 6.4 L V8 | 236 hp | — | — | — | — | — |
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