Tag: tractors
Avery 5-10 Model B is little, steel-wheeled
Rated at 5-10 HP, the little Avery 5-10 Model B was just 50 inches wide, 54 inches high, 135 inches long and weighed 2,600 pounds.
Dear I.H., ‘we can’t be without our tractor’
In 1919, International Harvester Company published 48 letters from satisfied operators describing how they used their tractors and how reliable they were.
Model AA was a small, sleek tractor in 1918
The 12-20 Model AA, introduced in July 1918, was a sleek design, with a fully enclosed, automotive hood and radiator and full fenders over the rear wheels.
Tractors replace animal-powered equipment
Beeman's garden tractors were one the first to advertise value over horses.
Two tractor brands, hyped and forgotten
One brand of tractor that's never heard of today is the Atlas, which was built in Indianapolis, Indiana, by the Lyons-Atlas Company.
Standardization comes to the farm tractor
During the early years, both large and small manufacturers took a fling at building tractors, along with various tinkerers, dreamers and outright crooks.
The joy of completing the set
When the toy tractor bug bit her father back in the late 1980s, Judith Sutherland's Dad wished to build a complete set of Allis-Chalmers pedal tractors.
Should I buy a new or used tractor?
So, should you buy a new or used tractor? Check out these final considerations to make the best decision for your farm.
How to inspect a used tractor before purchase
Learn how to inspect a used tractor before buying it. Check out these tips for evaluating a tractor’s appearance, performance and overall condition.
How to buy the right tractor for your farm
Purchasing a tractor or piece of farm equipment is a big investment. Learn what to consider in this beginner's guide to buying a tractor.
