John Deere Tractors and Equipment: 1837-1959 (John Deere Tractors & Equipment, 1837-1959) (Hardcover)

~ Don MacMillan (Author), Russell Jones (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review

Never before has the Deere & Company product line been so thoroughly covered. Everything we have been waiting for is here an abundance of beautiful photographs, intriguing details and little-known facts. The serious enthusiast will find the over 18 pages of charts on serial numbers, production details and Nebraska Tractor Test data indispensable. Don Macmillans intimate knowledge of the complete line of John Deere products makes this book exciting reading and a goldmine of factual information -- Jack Cherry, director, Two-Cylinder Club

Product Description

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.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 391 pages
• Publisher: American Society of Agricultural & Biological; 1st edition (September 1, 1988)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 091615095X
• ISBN-13: 978-0916150952
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.8 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #728,747 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best book on later model Deere's, September 24, 2000

By	David Chesterman (APO, AE USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: John Deere Tractors and Equipment, 1960-1990 (John Deere Tractors & Equipment, 1960-1990) (Hardcover)

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.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars John Deere Tractors and Equipment: 1837-1959 (John Deere Tractors & Equipment, 1837-1959) , June 7, 2007

By	Leslie R. White - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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.

4.0 out of 5 stars John Deere tractor and Equipment , February 18, 2006

By	Lewis M. Barondeau - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book was different from most tractor books as it had interesting equipment as well