The Big Book of Farmall Tractors: The Complete Model-By-Model Encyclopedia...Plus Classic Toys, Brochures, and Collectibles (Hardcover)

by Robert N. Pripps (Author) "When the world saw the new Farmall, the age of the Fordson was over, at least in America..." (more)
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Product Description
"The Big Book of Farmall Tractors" is the first book to feature every Farmall model. It chronicles the background of McCormick-Deering and International Harvester and outlines the beginnings of IH's production of the treasured Farmall tractor from its inception in 1923 (the lightweight, general purpose row-crop tractor that could literally "farm all") until the last model rolled off the assembly line in the mid 1970s. Highlights include stories of the innovative spirit of the "McCormick Men," the battle with John Deere to produce the best-selling, most popular tractor, and the challenges IH faced when the 560 and 460 models failed in the field.

This comprehensive volume also includes descriptions and hundreds of color photographs of all models, complete with performance comparisons (based on the University of Nebraska tests); chronicles the exciting beginnings of International Harvester; and places IH events in a larger historical context. But wait, there's more! The text is complemented by our "signature" mix of artwork: fabulous current color photographs, historic black-and-white images, period ads, brochures, and collectibles.

About the Author
Robert Pripps is the author of seven Voyageur Press tractor titles, among many others. Andrew Morland is the world's most prolific tractor photographer, having contributed photos to more than 22 books. The pair teamed up for Voyageur Press's "Vintage Ford Tractors," "The Big Book of Caterpillar," "The Big Book of Massey Tractors," "The Big Book of Farm Tractors," and "The Field Guide to Vintage Farm Tractors."

Product Details

• Hardcover: 208 pages
• Publisher: Voyageur Press (December 14, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0896585522
• ISBN-13: 978-0896585522
• Product Dimensions: 12.4 x 9.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #613,646 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Big Book of Farmall Tractors, August 17, 2005

By	Williamhenry (Willow Park, TX) - See all my reviews

Covers the farmall tractor family very well for those years most appropriate for collecting and restoring. Pictures are outstanding and a great aid to someone restoring am incomplete tractor. Just enough technical data to establish advances in capability and options to aid selection of a favorite to acquire or covet, but not enough to do any serious restoring. A very nice and easy to follow review of the great Farmall line. Absolutely fantastic pictures.

5.0 out of 5 stars Farmall Tractors, November 2, 2008

By	Donna M. Hartmann (High Ridge, MO) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

We purchased this beautiful book as a gift for my dad for his birthday. He has two Farmall tractors which he restored himself and enjoys entering them into shows and competitions. He is very knowledgeable of this brand, but he was very impressed with the information and the gorgeous photographs. He also said there was a good amount of history about Farmall that he was not aware of and it was very enjoyable to read about.

My husband and I flipped through the book when it was received and I have to say it was far more than we expected for the price. The photography is exquisite.

If you are a tractor enthusiast, you will love this book!

Thanks to Amazon for making such a great product available at such a reasonable price.