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excellent hard cover book on the history of an American icon, The International Harvester Company, well illustrated.
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<p>The story of the four-wheel-drive tractors built by Steiger, International Harvester, Case, and Case IH is told in dramatic fashion in this authoritative guide. Starting with the development of early four-wheel-drive systems at International Harvester, the book traces the evolution and design some of the most powerful and capable tractors of the twentieth century. With fresh detail on the 4300, 4100, Steiger-built IH tractors, and the 2+2 tractors including the Super 70 series, the book offers prototype drawings of several models--including the complete story of the never-before-published Magnum 2+2-- as well as inside stories and backroom drama that is a must for any enthusiast for farm history or tractors. <br><br>Learn the complete story of Steiger tractors, which were originally designed and built in the barn of John, Douglass, and Maurice Steiger located near Red Lake Falls, Minnesota. Containing interviews with more than 50 of the people who built Steiger from its humble origin to a world leader, the book traces the evolution of the lime green Steigers in engrossing detail. The book also covers the J.I. Case 4WD line in great detail. In addition, the book tells the story of how each of these significant players in the industry combined under one banner and--together--created one of the current industry-leading technologies, the Quadtrac. The modern evolution of the Steigers and the introduction of the STX Series (and more) also receive in-depth coverage.<br><br>The same team that created the award-winning books Red Tractors 1958-2013 and Red Combines 1915-2015 created this book, and notable new contributors include Sherry Schaefer (editor of Heritage Iron magazine) and noted historian Jim Allen. Contributors include Sherry Schaefer, Oscar H. Will III, Jim Allen, Kenneth Updike, Todd Markle, Gregg Montgomery, Guy Fay, Martin Rickatson, Sarah Tomac, Matthias Buschmann, Jean Cointe, Michael Osweiler, and Johann Dittmer.</p>
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This book contains archive quality photos and data and features a complete history of International Harvester Australia with important dates such as the first Australian tractor built, the 10,000th tractor and more. it also contains detailed descriptions of every tractor made at Geelong Works. Complete with build numbers of tractors produced and monthly serial number listing for tractors made from 1960-1982. This book also features a full list of Headers (combines) built at Geelong Works - both self-propelled and PTO driven, with build numbers. It also features a comprehensive list of implements built at Geelong Works. A must have for every International Harvester enthusiast.
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<p>With 43 full-color posters of classic and modern John Deere tractors, these posters are ideal for the collection of boys both young and</i> old. Perforated for easy tear-out, the posters feature a wealth of information about each tractor on the back, as well as some fun facts about the Deere & Company's famous machines.</p>
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Why do you need this book? The answer is simple: operating a tractor (not just driving it) is not simple anymore. You probably learned how to drive a tractor at quite a young age. But the machines themselves keep getting more and more complex, so even operating them is no longer simple.
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The 1923 Model D represented a watershed for Deere & Company insomuch as it was the implement-maker's first foray into tractor production after purchasing the Waterloo Gasoline Traction Engine Company. Ideal for those seeking authentic restorations, this marvelous color guide examines all of Deere's post-merger "Letter Series" tractors through the 1954 Model R. Each chapter features exhaustive data, color photography depicting handsomely restored tractors in evocative settings and up-close detail shots. Covers industrial tractors and crawlers, as well as agricultural models.
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Young readers will revel in this full-color, picture-filled, fact-packed book about the tractor that has worked America's fields for more than 100 years. Full color.
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While many American entrepreneurs tried their hand at tractor making, three companies stepped to the forefront: John Deere, International Harvester (makers of Farmall tractors), and Ford. From the assembly line to the field, this book provides the in-depth story of the production of America's most notable tractors. More than 375 photos, original ads, and brochures showcase these legendary tractors. Specifications, serial number listings, and production charts make this an invaluable reference for collector and enthusiasts alike.
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The popular and prolific John Deere Model B is covered from front pedestal to drawbar in this useful guide. Exploded parts diagrams and archival and modern photography help you figure out the correct parts, paint, and assembly for your styled or unstyled John Deere Model B. Charts and tables list serial and part numbers as well as major manufacturing changes. All stled and unstyled model variations except the Lindeman crawler are covered, including the Model B, BR, BO, BI, BN, BW, BNH, and BWH, as well as the rare BW-40 and experimental HX. A brief history of the Model B's evolution and variations is included, with archival phorographs of each type in the fields and on the farm.The John Deere Model B Restoration Guide is a great addition to the libray of any John Deere restorer, collector, or enthusiast.
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Including more than 130 colour photographs, the story of two-cylinder tractors shows superbly restored tractors owned by enthusiasts in the United States, Britain and Canada. Some of the photographs are detailed shots showing special features. These provide a fascinating record of the design changes that took place over more than four decades of development.
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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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A farm boy learns from Grandpa how John Deere tractors and implements made farm life easier. His parents update him on more recent John Deere products.
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