Books by C H Wendel

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150 Years of International Harvester
150 Years of International Harvester

The Story of a Classic <p>International Harvester and the Farmall brand are legendary names. As both tireless machines and valued collector pieces, they are among the most popular tractors in the world.</p> <p>In this information-packed photo-encyclopedia, learn about the history and evolution of these famous agricultural icons. With more than 1,900 photos and detailed data on every tractor, truck, hay rake and hemp machine built in the company's history, <i>150 Years of International Harvester</i> is the ultimate resource for these great farm machines.</p>

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150 years of International Harvester (Crestline agricultural series)
150 years of International Harvester (Crestline agricultural series)

excellent hard cover book on the history of an American icon, The International Harvester Company, well illustrated.

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150 Years of International Harvester (Crestline Series)
150 Years of International Harvester (Crestline Series)

International Harvester tractors, particularly the Farmall, revolutionized the farming world. Over the years, Farmall has become one of the world's most popular tractors, both for farming and collecting. Now readers can explore the history of International Harvester and the tractors they produced, all in this comprehensive reference! This incredible photo-encyclopedia provides comprehensive coverage of one of the most famous names in agricultural manufacturing. It contains over 1,900 detailed photos and complete information on every tractor, truck, hay rake and hemp machine built in the company's history. Discover the most complete International Harvester reference available!

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Encyclopedia of American Farm Tractors
Encyclopedia of American Farm Tractors

Book by Wendel, C. H.

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Great Farm Tractors
Great Farm Tractors

Rare book

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Standard Catalog of Farm Tractors 1890-1980
Standard Catalog of Farm Tractors 1890-1980

<p>Tractor enthusiasts of any era will appreciate the wealth of technical data this comprehensive resource delivers.</p> <p>This expanded 2nd edition fuses familiar and reliable <i>Standard Catalog</i> data with results from the renowned Nebraska Tractor Tests, for the extended coverage savvy enthusiast need. Four grades of prices for most models, and updated prices for tractors of the 1960s and later, assist collectors in evaluating each model. Technical specifications including engine size, weight, performance ability and options offer a more depth report. Additional performance reports from the standard Nebraska Tractor Tests add to a solid foundation of information to create a resource that's second to none.<ul> <li>Information on tractors manufactured from 1890 to 1960 guides collectors through various generations of tractors</li> <li>Updated prices for post-1960 models helps collectors remain updated</li> <li>1,800 detailed archive photos help enthusiasts identify various models</li></ul></p>

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Standard Catalog of Farm Tractors 1890-1980
Standard Catalog of Farm Tractors 1890-1980

Tractor enthusiasts of any era will appreciate the wealth of technical data this comprehensive resource delivers. This expanded 2nd edition fuses familiar and reliable Standard Catalog data with results from the renowned Nebraska Tractor Tests, for the extended coverage savvy enthusiast need. Four grades of prices for most models, and updated prices for tractors of the 1960s and later, assist collectors in evaluating each model. Technical specifications including engine size, weight, performance ability and options offer a more depth report. Additional performance reports from the standard Nebraska Tractor Tests add to a solid foundation of information to create a resource that's second to none.    •  Information on tractors manufactured from 1890 to 1960 guides collectors through various generations of tractors    •  Updated prices for post-1960 models helps collectors remain updated    •  1,800 detailed archive photos help enthusiasts identify various models

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Standard Catalog of Farm Tractors, 1890-1980
Standard Catalog of Farm Tractors, 1890-1980

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The Allis-Chalmers Story Classic American Tractors
The Allis-Chalmers Story Classic American Tractors

A Rich History <p>With their signature orange paint, Allis-Chalmers machines have always been unmistakable. As symbols of reliability and innovation, they have long been a favorite of the working farmer and the farming equipment enthusiast. With the help of more than 1,500 photos and illustrations, accomplished author C.H. Wendel tells the tale of this great company in <i>The Allis-Chalmers Story.</i></p> <p>This pictorial tour through history begins with the founding of the Gate Iron Works in 1842, and ends with the Deutz-Allis merger in 1985. Included are information and photos for all the equipment the company produced during that period, including equipment from Advance-Rumely, Monarch, and LaCrosse.</p>

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