The International Harvester 712229R2 is a genuine OEM cylinder head gasket designed for a wide range of International Harvester and McCormick tractors. This critical engine component ensures a tight, leak-free seal between the cylinder head and engine block, preventing coolant and oil mixing and maintaining optimal engine compression. It is engineered to meet original equipment specifications for durability and performance in models such as the B250, B275, B414, 434, 444, 354, 374, 384, 454, 474, 475, 574, 674, 276, 484, 584, 684, 784, 884, 2400, and 2500.