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The Complete John Deere A Model-by-model History
Tells the full story of one of the world's best known tractor manufacturers, and the landmark models that helped to make the company an industry leader.
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Illustrated International Harvester Tractor Buyer's Guide
This essential buyers guide covers I-H tractors from 1921 to 1961, classifying all tractors from this period according to collectibility. Jam-packed with facts, history, specs, and model changes, plus hundreds of photos. Photography includes contemporary shots of restored and working tractors, as well as archival shots of historic models, and period advertising. Contains useful tips on problem tractors to stay away from. Sftbd., 7 1/2x 9 1/2, 160 pgs., 166 b&w ill.
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101 Uses for an Old John Deere
In the style of Voyageur Press' other popular, fun gift book for tractor buffs, 101 Uses For An Old Farm Tractor, this sequel, 101 Uses for an Old John Deere is a whimsical look at humorous and inventive ideas for putting old John Deere tractors to alternate uses.
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Red Tractors 1958-2022 The Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case IH Farm Tractors in the Modern Era
<p>This award-winning history of International Harvester and Case IH tractors includes data and photos of every model built from 1958, as well as in-depth information about how these tractors were designed and constructed.</p> <p>With interviews of engineers and executives, the book covers how the 40 and 60 series were created, and thoroughly covers the red tractors from the 1960s through the 1980s. The book also traces the innovations and struggles of the final days of International Harvester. The authors unearthed a treasure trove of concept drawings and photos of prototype machines to shed new light on how these tractors were created.</p> <p>The book includes the exciting story of the creation of the Case-IH Magnum, an innovative machine that blends some of the great engineering done by IH with the Cummins engine built by Case. The modern era of Case IH is also included, with the story of the creation of the Quadtrac as well as the entire line of tractors. With a mix of new photography of some of the most exceptional collectible models in existence along with hundreds of previously unpublished photographs, this thorough book is the most authoritative guide on red tractors ever published.</p>
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Out of the Field International Harvester Company Buildings
<p>Covering the elusive and not-so-commonly found interests in the International Harvester Company, this series brings International Harvester Out of the Field and into the agricultural daily life. The first in a series of understanding the why behind the large company that truly had a full line of equipment, bringing that spirit of prosperity and profit together for the benefit of the farm and the family. Building a farm meant buildings, and this book delves into the buildings you would find on a farm and what they are used for. There is also great depth on the importance of a dealership as well as some lesser known details of the McCormick world. </p>
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John Deere A History of the Tractor
In <i>John Deere: A History of the Tractor</i>, acclaimed author and photographer Randy Leffingwell uses his unique brand of storytelling to chronicle the company and the machines that have carried the distinctive green and yellow livery. With details gathered from exclusive interviews and access to John Deere company archives, Leffingwell searched out collectors with restored tractors, or those in superb original condition, to illustrate his text with over 300 beautiful color photographs. Includes a number of archival photographs and exclusive never-before-seen drawings and writings from the journals of Theo Brown, head of Deere's Plow Works experimental division from 1916 to 1952, as well as profiles of other key figures in John Deere's history through the last century. For any fan or collector of John Deere tractors or the history of farming in America, this officially-licensed book is a fantastic journey of an icon over 150 years in the making, now available in a quality trade paperback.
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John Deere Tractors
John Deere is one of the world's leading tractor companies and this fascinating book brings together the full account of production in both the United States and in Europe. Using modern photography and a largely chronological account of tractor development, the author provides an excellent overview of the evolution of John Deere tractors over the decades. Starting with the early two-cylinder tractors developed in the USA and moving through the creation of multi-cylinder engines after the takeover of the Lanz business in Germany, the book covers the 40 and 50 series of the late 1980s and the innovations in the 1990s when John Deere effectively re-invented the tractor with their full-frame designs. Bringing the reader right up to date with the latest designs that bristle with technological sophistication and covering the evolution of John Deere tractor development, this book will be an essential read for both John Deere enthusiasts and all those interested in the history of tractors, old and new.
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Farmall Model H Photo Archive : Photographs from the McCormick-International Harvester Company Collection
A magnificent collection of rare black & white photographs specially selected from public and private archives promote the unique characteristics of these popular tractors. Filled with informative captions providing histories of featured models. A concise history of the Farmall Model H.
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International Harvester From 1953-1985, Working Classics, Model Profiles, Combine Harvesters, Implements, Down Memory Lane
Large magazine format publication: International Harvester from 1953-1985; working classics; model profiles; implements etc
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The John Deere Way Performance that Endures
<i>The John Deere Way</i> presents timeless business lessons from one of America’s top brands. Even as many American manufacturers struggle with low-cost foreign competition, John Deere has not only prevailed, but increased its market share by offering superior quality products built tough and in accordance with time-tested business values. This book shares the company’s management principles and corporate values and shows how those values guide the company to increasingly greater success. For business owners and leaders who want to know what real long-term success constitutes—and how to achieve it—<i>The John Deere Way</i> is the only way.
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A Lean Supply Chain at John Deere
To watch the demo online, click here.</p>--><p>This video DVD is about the successful partnership between John Deere in Horicon, Wisconsin and one of its suppliers - the R&B Machining and Grinding Company located in Racine, Wisconsin. It provides an opportunity to take a look inside John Deere's supply chain - find out what changes were required to "learn their supply chain." <br><p>Run time: 21 minutes</p>Free Video Demo<br><i>A Lean Supply Chain at John Deere DVD</i> <b>To view<br>click on your connection speed!</b> <b>This video requires Windows Media Player and a sound card</b> <b>(28.8K, 56K dial-up)</b> 0.56 minutes, 0.70 mb <b>(ISDN, DSL, Cable, T1)</b> 0.56 minutes, 1.29 mb Click to install
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John Deere Plowing Pioneer
John Deere - the name is known all over the country. Did you know John Deere is more than just a tractor company? John Deere was a blacksmith from Vermont! His invention of the self-polishing steel plow was just the beginning of a long and successful career. <br>These popular readers include easy-to-read information, fun facts and trivia, humor, activities and a whole lot more. They are great for ages 7-12 (grades 2-6), because although simple, these readers have substance and really engage kids with their stories. They are great for social studies, meeting state and national curriculum standards, individual and group reading programs, centers, library programs, and have many other terrific educational uses. Get the Answer Key for the Quizzes! Click HERE.
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International Harvester Tractors
A historical chronicle of International Harvester tractors, from the very first tractor through the IH agriculture division's merger with Case in 1985. Hundreds of nostalgic photographs of Farmalls and other IH tractors, including the rare and unusual models. IH was the largest farm equipment manufacturer through the 1960s (a highly collectible era today) and is still the second most popular line of tractors today. This paperback re-issue of one of our best sellers is a complete single volume history of IH tractors and is loaded with photos from best-selling author and photographer Randy Leffingwell.
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