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International Harvester Farm Equipment Product History 1831-1985 [Hardcover]

Ralph Baumheckel (Author), Kent Borghoff (Author), American Society of Agricultural Engineers (Corporate Author)
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0929355865 978-0929355863 December 1, 1997 1
Travel through the decades, watching the development of a company and an industry in this recently published book from ASAE. Authors Ralph Baumheckel and Kent Borghoff tell the entire IH tractor history from the first traction engine in 1906 until the last 5488 all-wheel-drive tractor rolled off the line on May 14, 1985. The story doesnt end with the tractors, in fact it is just the beginning. Now you can discover for yourself about the implements and combines that IH produced to make the farmers job easier. These products help illustrate the incredible tale of this legendary company.

This book is filled with color. Nearly one-fourth of the over 800 photos are featured in full color. A special aspect of this book, which makes it truly a one-of-a-kind, is that many of the photos came from IH retirees. These never-before published photos give a unique insight into the company that only former employees and their experiences can provide. A detailed appendix is included to give collectors something to sink their teeth into. This high quality book will enjoy a prominent spot on your coffee table or bookcase.



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This historical treatise of a great American company spanning some 155 years is a must for everyone even remotely connected with agriculture anywhere in the world. Having served in executive management of IH, I am thankful that this wonderful product history has been preserved for us and many generations to come in this beautifully illustrated book. -- J Patrick Kaine, Retired Vice Chairman, International Harvester Company

About the Author

Senior Author, Ralph Baumheckel is the retired manager, International Harvester Product Planning Research. He was born on the family farm in Connersville, Indiana, and grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Indianapolis, Indiana. Following graduation from Purdue University with a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, he began his career as a New Product Development Engineer with the Link Belt Company, Indianapolis, Indiana. From there he returned to Connersville, Indiana, to manage the family farm and Hybrid Seed Corn business. He sold the seed business in 1963 and joined the Farm Equipment Product Planning Group of International Harvester, Chicago, Illinois, as Eastern Region representative. In 1972, he became Product Research Manager, Agricultural Equipment Division and in 1979, Manager of Research, Corporate Advanced Harvesting Systems.

Kent Borghoffs interest in International Harvester began at an early age. The son of William Borghoff, a longtime IH engineer, Kent grew up in the company environment. IH family friends, company picnics, and childhood visits to the Engineering Center and Farmall Works helped produce his lasting impressions of a proud company. Kent became interested in research and writing as a undergraduate at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Upon receiving his bachelors degree in history, Kent began his career as a high school teacher at John Hershey High School in Arlington Heights, Illinois. In addition to teaching, Kent is currently pursuing a masters degree at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. His work on this book represents a culmination of interests in history, writing, and most importantly, the company itself.


Product Details

  • Hardcover: 408 pages
  • Publisher: Amer Society of Agricultural; 1 edition (December 1, 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0929355865
  • ISBN-13: 978-0929355863
  • Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.7 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,542,453 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The History of International Harvester, September 24, 2000
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This book is an excellent history on IH. It is the best one that I have seen. Unlike many books on tractors, this does not stop in about 1960 but covers IH to the end of the independent company in 1985. It goes to the latest prototypes that were never produced. It has detailed history of the corporate decisions of IH. There are many color pictures also. This is truly the definitive history of IH.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Exactly What You Want, August 19, 2000
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No other book out there can provide you with as much information on National Harvester as this reference does. It is organized very well, so one can find exactly what he wants, from a general idea to great details. A history lesson in one complete book, you'll find whatever you need in here.
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The book is excellent! Unfortunately the person I bought it for already has it. :( The problem with this book was the vendor who shipped it. They have been very uncooperative in refunding my $90 for this book (which I found out later was double the price NEW copies were going for with other vendors!) They now have the book back and my money and are not responding to my emails! Beware of anything connected to Trebronics!! See this blog for more examples of their dishonest practices!
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