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The John Deere company boasts a tremendously rich heritage going back to 1837 when Deere, a blacksmith from Illinois, changed the agricultural landscape by producing a polished, self-scouring plow made of high-grade steel. From the trademark Deere green to the distinctive sound of the classic "Johnny Popper," Deere tractors have built a worldwide following. We've gathered nearly all the information any John Deere or tractor enthusiast would ever want to know about this famous tractor maker. THE ultimate encyclopedia of John Deere tractors from around the world, "The Big Book of John Deere Tractors" is a model-by-model historical reference to John Deere tractors including models from around the world from their beginning in 1892 until today. Photos showcase beautifully restored tractors and unique paintings and artwork from the Deere archives. Other illustrations include rare and valuable original brochures as well as studio photos of John Deere toys and models. If you're a John Deere or general tractor enthusiast, your collection is not complete without "The Big Book of John Deere Tractors"
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A collection of the fans' favorite classic tractors, from John Deere, International Harvester, Ford, Minneapolis-Moline, and more! Including color photography of current restored machines as well as archival photos, vintage brochures, and other collectible memorabilia. Also includes a 1/64 scale collectible farm tractor toy.
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For over 75 years, Deere & Company has set the bar for tractor design and ingenuity. Look back at the rich history of America's premiere tractors, the people who build them, and the company they represent.
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This new second edition and newly-updated book shows that John Deere farm toys hold their value better than other brands, and are usually worth more. Today's collectors need a guide, like John Deere Farm Toys, to identify and price their toys.
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Not only is "The John Deere Tractor Legacy" published under license of Deere & Company, it is edited by the world's most respected and best known John Deere historian and expert--Don Macmillan--so readers know they can rely on its information. This comprehensive history of the man, his company, and his legacy includes a biography of John Deere, plus excerpts from the writings of Deere engineers and historians, such as Wayne Broehl, Harold Brock, and Orrin Miller. Images are from the Deere archives, as well as from noted tractor photographer Ralph W. Sanders. Readers will find never-before-published material in "The John Deere Tractor Legacy," including compelling accounts of the development of the Waterloo Boy, the Johnny Popper, and the New Generation tractors. Readers will also discover the importance of the work that Deere did for the U.S. Army in World War II and how it helped the company to become the number-one tractor manufacturer in the world. Coverage of plows, implements, combines, cars, snowmobiles, lawn and garden tractors, and bicycles is also included.
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<p>Steam-driven locomotives played a major role in the 19th century where they took over the heavy haulage tasks from horses and ushered a new era in the history of transport. This book celebrates the many remarkable examples of these vehicles. It features over 200 photographs of surviving road locomotives and tractors. The commercial owners are identified and the author recalls the multitude of tasks these engines undertook. He also provides information about the companies that made them and traces the evolving designs of the many types that were constructed. The first section of the book is devoted to magnificent showmen's engines. The body of the book illustrates the huge road locomotives which were used for heavy haulage. Also described are smaller road locomotives, ideal for general haulage.</p>
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The development of the farm tractor is discussed in detail, including technical data and a descrition of the manufacturing companies and development of the individual tractor.
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When you're "out in the field" scouting for John Deere tractors, don't forget to take along this first-ever full-color pocket guidebook to these popular tractors This convenient, easy-to-use guide puts a wealth of information right into your hands You'll find brief histories, model runs, specification details, and eye-catching color photographs of more than 500 models of John Deere tractors, from the two-cylinder series of 1892 to the latest multi-cylinder models.
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