Agricultural Tractors: Illustrated History Books & Guides (1/2)

Know Your Classic Tractors

Many popular tractors from the late 1960s to 1980s have become classics on Britain's farms. This period saw a huge rise in the power and comfort of tractors, paving the way for today's high-tech farm machinery.
In the mid-1960s the classic period of tractor production arrived with ranges such as Ford's 1000 series and the Massey Ferguson 135. Tractors were now true workhorses with more power, more reliability, and greater driver comfort. Their drivers fell in love with them and many are continuing to work today.

Inside this updated second edition, author Chris Lockwood has chosen 41 examples to indicate the range of machines that can be called classics. They are all in their working clothes!
Alphabetically, they range from Belarus to Zetor, with several examples from each of the major manufacturers such as Case, International, and John Deere. Altogether, some 26 famous names are included.

Chris gives each tractor a full-page photograph, opposite which his text provides some technical details of the machines, as well as background about the company and the tractor range. This is ideal for novice enthusiasts who will learn something about David Brown, Doe, Leyland, and County, as well as more exotic marques such as Same and Steiger.

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Seventy Years of Farm Tractors 1930-2000

By the end of the twentieth century there were some half-million tractors on British farms - more machines than people to drive them. Brian Bell's encyclopaedic book traces the evolution of the farm tractor from the days of starting handle and pan seat to current 4-wheel drive machines with air-conditioned cabs and computer management systems. He deals in particular with developments of the classic period from the 1950s to the 1990s.

The book is arranged alphabetically by manufacturer from Allis-Chalmers to Zetor, one hundred marques in total. These are all machines to be found on British farms irrespective of their country of manufacture.
Brian runs concisely through the histories of the companies and their major models, illustrated with a wealth of photographs and extracts from sales literature.
He adds some special features on items such as hydraulic systems and cold-starting aids. He includes a glossary and full index.

This book replaces the author's earlier, successful, "Fifty Years of Farm Tractors".
Many of the photographs are new and the text has been brought up to date to include developments of the early twenty-first century.

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Tractor Legends

This book covers the tractor models that have stood out, from the early twentieth century to the present day, either because of their innovative design and engineering features or because they set new standards in reliability and popularity.

Beginning with the background to the development of the first tractor, Jonathan Whitlam takes us on a fascinating journey through a variety of tractor types, both large and small, and their stand-out features.
This includes:
- the Fordson F, the first mass produced tractor which set the pattern for future tractor design;
- the Field Marshall, which introduced diesel engines for tractors;
- the Ferguson TE20 with its novel three-point linkage;
- the Massey Ferguson 35 and later 135, which stand out for sheer popularity;
- and the John Deere 3640, with its powerful six-cylinder engine and advanced cab.

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Tractors & Farm Machinery, An Illustrated History of - A comprehensive directory of tractors around the world

The history of the tractor is one of rapid development, from the turn of the 20th century when it was a substitute for the horse, to today's sophisticated machines which boast a range of technologically advanced equipment.

Including an international overview of farm machinery around the world, the volume covers every aspect of the tractor and its components, from the history of the inventors, innovators and factories, to the vehicles' engine capacities and power, the glorious images feature original machines, vintage models restored to their former glory, together with their modern-day high-tech equivalents.

This is the ultimate visual history for farm machinery enthusiasts, featuring detailed specifications and over 650 photographs of historical and modern machines, from AGCO Allis to Zetor.
Each vehicle is illustrated with archive material or photography, together with specification boxes detailing engine capacity, power, transmission and weight.

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The Tractor Book - The definitive visual history

The complete history of farm machinery, from steam and vintage tractors to the latest combine harvesters is showcased in this lavishly illustrated volume.

Packed with images and tractor data on more than 200 iconic machines, The Tractor Book explores the entire range of tractors and farming machines from around the world, such as Fordson Model F and Massey-Harris GP.

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Histories of famous marques, such as John Deere and Massey Ferguson, sit alongside immersive visual tours of celebrated machines.

The Tractor Book covers how tractors work, their history, major marques and catalogues tractors from every era making this a must-have for anyone fascinated by these extraordinary machines.

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The Tractor Factor : The World's Rarest Classic Farm Tractors

Vintage farm tractors are revered throughout the world as the source of mechanical labor, allowing the revolution of farming to take place in the twentieth century.
Some of the most interesting tractors are also the rarest, since they were produced in very small quantities. These include one-of-a-kind modified models; very, very old machines; and models produced by one of the many companies that made tractors for only a short time.

The "Tractor Factor" is a richly illustrated book that reveals what makes a tractor collectible, showcases the rarest models, gives a history of the marque, and details specific finds.
Robert N. Pripps, a leading tractor historian, covers models from the United States, the UK, Germany, Holland, France, and other countries. Pripps' expertise, paired with the stunning photography of Ralph W. Sanders and Andrew Morland, makes this a book no fan of these paradigm-changing machines will want to miss!

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Tractor Superstars : The Greatest Tractors of All Time

Many companies have built hundreds of farm tractors over the years, from the 1910 Case 110 steam tractor to the latest-model John Deere 8320R. The most innovative models changed farming for years afterwards and influenced the designs of other tractors. The most wildly popular tractors have sold in the hundreds of thousands.

"Tractor Superstars" focuses on these remarkable tractors, including technical information such as the engine, horsepower, rpm, top speed, and weight.
A wide collection of detailed photographs makes this one book that no one interested in tractors, tractor collectors, or anyone nostalgic for farm life will want to miss.

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Legendary Farm Tractors

If you're a tractor enthusiast with a passion for tractor photography, "Legendary Farm Tractors" is a dream-come-true pictorial produced with you in mind. This book presents tractors from the United States, Canada, Europe, and Japan - models from the 1880s to today - along with detailed captions, together offering a comprehensive photographic history of tractors.

Organized alphabetically by make so that readers can find their favorites easily, the tractors covered here include everything from familiar manufacturers like John Deere, Ford, Farmall, Case, Caterpillar, and International Harvester to obscure tractors that have seldom been seen, such as the special streamlined Porsche coffee plantation tractor that looks more like a sports car than a piece of farm equipment.
The extensive variety and distinguished photographs by noted photographer Andrew Morland make this an exceptional book for tractor buffs and the perfect gift book for any machine enthusiast.

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The Tractor Story

The book covers over 100 years of tractor development and features more than 100 different tractors. The first steam engines on wheels which used belts to drive farm machinery developed into traction engines, used on farms by pulling a plough on cables between two engines. In the 20th century, stationary internal combustion engines, such as the Clutterbuck, began to be put on wheels and moved around a farm to drive threshing machines by belt.

Dozens of small companies grew up around the world following their own lines of development. Most lasted only a short time. Firms like Allis-Chalmers, Benz, Lloyd, Jelbart, Glasgow, Fordson, Bates and Hart-Parr are famous names which have faded away or been taken over.

A few companies, such as Case and Massey, started in the middle of the 19th century and continue today on a global scale. John Deere started making ploughs in 1837 and is now the largest manufacturer in the world. Some developments have caused a giant leap forward: the use of rubber pneumatic tyres rather than metal wheels; turbo-charged diesel engines and the hydraulic three-point hitch system designed by Ferguson, which is still used today in some form on most modern machines.

All are photographed here, many in action and in different countries.

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Know Your Tractors

Chris has tried to show the tractors carrying out a wide range of tasks. His concise text explains what is going on in the pictures. He includes some basic technical specifications such as power outputs so that the reader can roughly compare different tractors and have an idea of the size and capability of each.

The 41 tractors chosen come from 25 marques. Many of the tractor manufacturers have parent companies, some of which own a number of tractor makers. Chris gives these details as well as the country of assembly and/or manufacture.

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Traktoren weltweit

Since the invention of the steam engine, inventive developers have consistently sought to ease the work of farmers and increase harvest yields. Only with the introduction of the internal combustion engine did these new vehicles, called "tractors," begin their triumphant journey.

Now in a new and more manageable format, this magnificent volume presents the history of the world's most significant tractor manufacturers of the past 120 years. It offers a wonderful overview of the foremost producers from the USA, Great Britain, Germany, Austria, France, Italy, Scandinavia, and Poland. A must-read not only for tractor enthusiasts!

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Das große Buch der Traktoren - Eine Maschine, die die Welt veränderte

For centuries, horses and other draft animals served as indispensable companions to farmers. The dawn of mechanization in agriculture, however, emerged in the 1870s with the introduction of self-propelled vehicles, initially powered by steam engines.
By the late 19th century, tractors equipped with internal combustion engines began their triumphant ascent, revolutionizing farming practices. Notably, in Germany, the Lanz Bulldog pioneered this field from 1921 onwards.

In his book, tractor enthusiast Albert Mößmer meticulously traces this captivating journey of agricultural technology from its origins to the present day. "Das große Buch der Traktoren" offers a richly illustrated and detailed exploration of the most vital machine in farming, providing invaluable insights into its evolution. Mößmer's expertise in the world of tractors adds depth and context to this engaging account of agricultural innovation.

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101 Dinge, die ein Traktor-Liebhaber

Where did the first tractor drive? Why is the Fordson Type F the true ancestor of today's tractors? Why do people sometimes say bulldog instead of tractor? Why is tipping over the most common accident suffered by tractor drivers? Here are the answers and much more - records, unknowns, extremes and curiosities on the subject of tractors. Dare to take a journey through peculiarities and secrets from tractor history. Here every tractor fan will experience 101 aha moments.

• 101 important, interesting or amusing facts about tractors and tractor trailers
• Surprising, unexpected and informative: This volume has something new in store even for professionals
• The ideal gift for every tractor lover and mechanic.

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Motorpferd und Allesschaffer - Die wichtigsten Traktoren aller Zeiten

Over the years, the Auto & Tractor Museum in Uhldingen-Mühlhofen on Lake Constance has developed into a meeting place for car and tractor fans far beyond Germany's borders.
Since 2013, important tractors and unusual machines collected from all over the world have been exhibited there. Gerhard Schumacher presents over 150 of these agricultural machines in this magnificent volume.

In addition to well-known models such as the Lanz Bulldog or the Deutz F1M414, he portrays many exotic models such as the Hart Parr 30/60, the Waterloo Boy, the mobile saw from Pflüger and Steiner, the diesel dwarf from Kühne and Berger or the Stock caterpillar tractor.
A unique panorama of the history of technology!

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Das große Buch der Landtechnik - Vom Grabstock bis zum Feldroboter

Agricultural technology? Of course, that means tractors. But where did it all start in arable farming? And where is the future taking us?
Specialist author Albert Mößmer examines the entire history of agricultural technology: from the simple digging stick to common aids such as seed drills, tractors and combine harvesters to app-controlled mobile field robots.
The compendium also provides portraits of the pioneers of agricultural technology, including Max Eyth and Harry Ferguson.

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