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Original ads, historic design drawings, and factory photographs tell the definitive story of the American tractor's development, mechanical innovations, groundbreaking designs, and company histories. Best-selling author Randy Leffingwell researched and photographed restored classics and one-of-a-kind experimental models from coast-to-coast to deliver the goods on American farm tractor.This is the book that started it all! Previous hardcover edition (0--87938-532-4 pub 1991) has sold a staggering 150,000copies! ... Read more

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was a gift
was in good condition, but not as good as Id have liked. Had a few pages folded and back cover was a bit creased. It was a gift for my dad and he loved it, so worth the purchase for me.

The History Of Tractors With Great Photographs
This is a nice book for persons involved in farming and tractors. It is an attractive large-size full-color book that is an excellent coffee table book. If you have been involved with tractors over the years, you will certainly enjoy this book's look back on the American Farm Tractors over the years.

Barnes & Noble republished this book in 2002 with the very same cover. Whether you locate the original 1991 edition or the more recent 2002 edition you will have essentially the same book.

This book will definately be a "keeper".
Bought for my husband for Christmas since he comes from a few generations of tractor owners this book was the perfect gift for him to gather his son on his lap and share stories and pictures. We wish it had more pictures of more classic oldies. The brief histories given on the pictured tractors are pretty good though. I bought this book second hand, in great condition and plan on saving to give to our son when he has children so he can pass along the stories. ... Read more

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Immaculately restored tractors are shown in exquisite detail, with text, charts, and listings that cover the mechanical features--invaluable information for collectors, restorers, and historians. These classic Ford tractors are prized by collectors across the country. 200 color photos. ... Read more

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N tractor book
This book covers the 9N, 2N and 8N tractors. The Jubilee is hardly mentioned; but for 128 pages it gives you a little insight into each model. It also covers experimental and tractors made for show.
Good book for a 128 pages. It could have been 3 times bigger with more pictures.

tractor review
The price was very reasonable and the book was delivered really quickly, excellent service.

A good overview
A good overview of the Ford N series but did not have the detail I was looking for.

correction/amendment to previous review
I previously stated that the pictures used in this edition were previously published. This statement is in error. The confusion arose because many tractors included have been seen in other works. The author assures me thatthese pictures are all new issues.

A must-have book for the Ford tractor collector/restorer
Although there may be a few minor details subject to scrutiny, this work meets an important need. Replete with color and B/W photos, the authors point out the differences between the various Ford N-models, and attempt toillustrate the important details to be considered when restoring thesetractors. Paint details, variations in models and years, options, andanomalies are described in detail. As with many Motorbooks Internationalpublications, there is a tendancy to use oft-published photos, but this isnot a major concern. A section on the popular Sherman auxiliarytransmissions includes a table of various gear ratios and speed ranges.Original and aftermarket reproductionaprts are compared and the appendixincludes a pretty thorough list of suppliers. While this book is not thefinal authority on the subject, it is by far the best thing yet to come outon this topic. Highly recommended. ... Read more

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Authors Don Macmillan and Russell Jones chronicle the development of each of the Deere product lines from 1837 to 1959. This story of The Long Green Line is told in two sections. The first traces lineage, where the machines were derived from, in five chapters of company chronology. The second, a large pictorial section, shows developments in each category, such as tractors, combines, etc.with a collectors attention to detail. Tractor buffs, restorers, and those who simply enjoy reliving the old times will appreciate the easy-to-read narrative set forth in a fresh, pictorial format. Includes 970 photos, drawings, and illustrations (many in full color) . . . from the plow to John Deeres first diesel. ... Read more

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Great gift enjoyed by spouse, retired farmer
This book was purchased as a belated birthday gift for my husband.He had the previous book given to him as a gift, but had personally recently purchased a 1010 John Deere and wanted to learn more about it.The local John Deere store was selling it for $45.99; needless to say, the $34.+ I paid Amazon.com was a better buy. My husband picks it up and looks at it frequently.Thank you!This is my first purchase from Amazon.com, but would surely recommend it be considered by others.

John Deere Tractors and Equipment: 1837-1959 (John Deere Tractors & Equipment, 1837-1959)
The quick response and quality of the product make this a very satisfying purchase. The book is well written and provides both historical and technical information that is very helpful. The pictures and illustrations in the book are excellent. I would recommend this book as one of the best and most complete on this topic.

John Deere tractors and Equipment
My book review is on John Deere Tracrors and Equipment. this book is on all of the John Deere Tractors and Equipment made from 1963-1990.
You should read this book if you want to learn and enjoy John deere tractors and equipment.
the audence that would enjoy this book is youngs ands. thier is some big words like pto shafs,pistons and valves.
this book has lots of information about tractors and equipment,and when they were made.
John Deere tractors and equipment is the book you want to read if you want to learn more about tractors and equipment.this book is for you.

John Deere tractor and Equipment
This book was different from most tractor books as it had interesting equipment as well

Best book on later model Deere's
This is a great book on late model John Deere equipment from around the world.It is filled with color photos.It describes equipment chronologically and by type.Not only does it discuss agricultural equipment but it covers construction and lawn and garden equipment.There are charts on equipment statistics and it has a large section on the "New Generation of Power".If you are interested in later model Deeres, then I highly recommend this book. ... Read more

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Cherry Hill, the best-selling author of Horsekeeping on a Small Acreage, the classic book that has guided thousands of horse owners in establishing farms, now shares her expertise in an important, related topic: equipping the horse farm.

Hill provides in-depth information on every aspect of selecting, maintaining, and using the two most essential pieces of equipment — tractors and horse trailers. Accompanied by photographs and illustrations, she guides the reader through an evaluation of the options available in tractors, from horsepower and transmission options to tires and appearance. A checklist is included detailing what to look for if considering a used tractor.

On trailers, readers will find the answers to all their questions, beginning with the kind of trucks and hookup required for towing various capacity trailers to selecting the appropriate truck hitch. The thorough discussion of trailers details options in floor plans, loading entry, suspension, and accomodations for both horses and owners: tack room, living quarters, windows and vents, lights, feeders, and more.

Hill also discusses the smaller farm implements found on many horse farms, including loaders, discs, harrows, manure spreaders, mowers, post-hole diggers, hay balers, and wagons. Equipping Your Horse Farm is an authoritative, comprehensive handbook that every horse farmer will want to consult before investing in these critical items of farm equipment. ... Read more

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Consider the pros and cons of special features.
EQUIPPING YOUR HORSE FARM: TRACTORS, TRAILERS, TRUCKS & MORE is for any new horse farm owner who is interested in choosing the right equipment for common farm chores. An inventory of essential equipment includes desirable features, accessories, and how to make choices that avoid common maintenance problems. Also important are comparisons between models and makes which allow new farmers to consider the pros and cons of special features.

Diane C. Donovan
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Grade: A+ on Oliver Tractor Development
There are a lot of books on Hart-Parr & Oliver Tractors, but this book gives the inside development of the different models and why Oliver was the "Cadillac" of Farm Tractors.T. Herbert Morrell, Design Engineer--Oliver Corporation from around 1944 until his retirement in the early `70's.His humor, recollections, & knowledge makes for fun as well as interestering reading for all tractor collectors because many Oliver developments forced other companies to make improvements to their line of tractors.

Great for Oliver collectors
This book is a must if you are trying to restore an old Oliver tractor. There are a lot of color pictures, some are original color. There is also a complete history from Hart-Parr to AGCO/White including a lot of originaladvertisements. I have been very satisfied with this book ... Read more

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This colorful history explains the design, production, and marketing of the first Ford and Fordson tractors produced after the company reneged on the late Henry Ford's infamous handshake agreement with Harry Ferguson. Randy Leffingwell's evocative color photography of restored and factory-original examples depicts the classics that Ford first produced when free to market and distribute their tractors as they saw fit. Included are the 8N, notable for its illegal incorporation of Ferguson patents; the NAA, or "Jubilee," which sported the company's Golden Jubilee logo; the Fordson Major, diesel-powered New Major, and beefed up Power Major; the 600, 700, 800 and 900 Series that seriously diversified the company's tractor line; and the three-cylinder Dexta. ... Read more

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informative
this book has some great tips and helped me to restore my 1947 massey harris

How to Restore Classic Farm Tractors
I am currently reading the book. I have found it very informative and it has enthused me to continue on with restoring our old Massey Ferguson 35 back to its former glory.

How to Restore Your Farm Tractor
An excellent and interesting orientation as to what it would take to restore an old farm tractor. I found a lot of good b&w photos and a desciptive,easy to understand text. There are appendexes listing clubs and parts vendors also. Buy this book along with a shop manual before you buy a tractor.

BUY THE BOOK BEFORE YOU BUY THE TRACTOR
I READ OTHER READERS REVIEWS BEFORE I BOUGHT MY PROJECT TRACTOR AND THANK GOD.THIS IS A VERY GOOD INSIGHTFUL ACCOUNTING OF WHAT IT TAKES TO REBUILD A TRACTOR .FOR THE BIGINNER, THIS IS A MUST!

Buy this book before you buy a restoration project
This book is a good overview of tractor restoration. It follows the restoration of a Ford 9N tractor to original parade ready condition and a Farmall to working condition. It has chapters on each section of restoration such as electrical systems, fuel system etc. While it describes the steps involved in some detail for the two tractors being documented, it notes the exceptions for others such as John Deere. This book will give you a good feel for what tractor restoration is about and it will even give you some detailed instructions for some of the work involved, but it will not be the sole resource needed. Fortunately the author is well aware of that fact and gives generous references as to where more information can be found, not just other publications, but also societies and parts dealers.
This book is well written and well organized. It has a lot of good photographs, even if many of them are in black and white. I recommend it as a good starting point, but certainly not the last word. ... Read more

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Big Green: John Deere Gp Tractors
Gave this book to my John Deere collector husband as a stocking stuffer.Hereally did liked it.

Anyone who loves Johnnie-Poppers must have this book!
Pripps has done it again.A brief but accurate text and snappy photographs make this book an ideal choice for anyone interested in JDtractor history.There are 124 pages of data,JD history and Two-Cylinderhistory that will give any reader brand new insights into John Deere andtheir tremendous tractor lines... ... Read more

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Every tractor manufactured by this often-innovative Canadian company from 1917 through 1960 is covered in this pocket-size compendium of specifications and ratings. The listings, accompanied by a selection of archival photographs illustrating the tractors, include Nebraska Tractor Test results and all the vital facts and figures an owner or prospective buyer needs: serial numbers, dates of manufacture, known options, original prices height and length, horsepower, bore, stroke, and more. And the handy trim size makes it an ideal take-along reference for auctions and sales. ... Read more

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Massey Harris Bible ?
I found this book exceptional relative to a number of other books I have on Massey Harris tractors. It has more detail such as tire sizes and specifications in addition to serial number information even for obscure tractors such as my I244G of which only a few hunderd were made. It has some pictures, but I would not buy it for the pictures in general - still it has the only published picture of the I244. Oltrogge is the publisher of Massey Harris Collector magazine and he knows his stuff. It is a must have for any Massey collector. ... Read more

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This superb photo album is packed with images and extensive, detailed captions, and it’s popularly priced. This broader look at Ford and Fordson tractors contains our unique combination of quality artwork not found in other tractor books, including color photography of glorious restored machines, rare Ford archival images, and collectible brochures. An affordable, colorful overview of these popular farm tractors, "Classic Ford Tractors" is the most current book of its kind.

"Classic Ford Tractors" covers the all-American vintage machines from the lightweight "mechanical mule (the pioneering Fordson) to the 9N and 2N and the refined model 8N. It also covers the history of the two revolutions in farming brought on by Henry Ford, as well as colorful stories about key personnel, such as Harry Ferguson and Harold L. Brock, who were involved in engineering Ford tractors.

Organized chronologically, it’s a simple way for beginners to enjoy the history of these popular tractors. A list of resources makes it easy for new hobbyists to access information about their favorite models. ... Read more

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Two landmark MBI tractor histories combined in one gigantic value-priced edition! Randy Leffingwell's celebrated farm-tractor tomes, Farm Tractors: A Living History and Classic Farm Tractors, bring more than a century of classic tractors and mechanical innovation to life with vivid color photography of perfectly restored models spanning the days of steam power to the present. All of the most popular manufacturers--John Deere, International-Harvester, Case, Allis-Chalmers, and Ford, as well as lesser-known "orphan" makes such as Minneapolis-Moline, Massey, and White--are faithfullly chronicled. The result is a sweeping history that essentially covers more than 100 years of American agriculture, as the burden of farming is lifted from the backs of man and beast and placed on an impressive and glistening series of progressively more advanced steel giants. ... Read more

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Even a city slicker will enjoy this book!
This is a huge, gorgeous book for the money.In addition to information about every tractor in America, the machines are presented in large, beautiful, color photos. The way the author tells it, the history of the tractor plays a big part in the history of this country, and it makes for good reading even if you are not a tractor enthusiast. ... Read more

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American Farm Tractor Trademarks:
Not what I expected from C H Wendel, just drawings of the Trademarks, I thought it would be pictures of the actual Tardemarks. Very disappointing. ... Read more

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Modern colour photos of restored equipment, archival photography, and period advertisements show the plows, cultivators, planters, mowers, scoops, loaders and other implements that revolutionized the agricultural industry. Covered in detail are Ferguson's creation of the ingenious three-point attachment system; the Sherman brothers, pivotal figures who brought Ferguson together with Ford's deep pockets; and much more. ... Read more

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Dearborn Plows
I found this book very informative. It is almost like an encyclopedia of Ford farm implements.Also, it has great pictures and the story and history of Henry Ford, Harry Ferguson, and the Dearborn Farm Implement Company.A must for Ford tractor owners. ... Read more

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The tractor changed the way America farmed. Follow the iron workhorse through the years as Morland fills the pages with great old John Deere, International, Farmall, Ford, Fordson, Case, Oliver, Massey and other tractors in 80 color photos. Fascinating details of their development and brief histories of the companies round out the story of U.S. and Canadian manufacturers. ... Read more

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Two Canadian farm equipment manufacturers, Daniel Massey and Alanson Harris, joined forces in the late 1800s to form a company that became a leader with its farm equipment and tractors. First as Massey-Harris and later as Massey-Ferguson, the company earned its reputation with versatile tractors and innovative farm machinery such as the self-propelled combine.

Massey Tractors covers the evolution and growth of Massey's product lines in more than 100 color photographs and 25 black & white illustrations that focus on Massey-Harris and Massey-Ferguson tractors and implements, as well as early Sawyer-Massey, Wallis, Bull, and Parrett tractors.