Tractors, Tractors, Tractors

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***NEW***Farm Tractors 1995-2005
Farm Tractors 1995-2005, authored by ASABE member Larry Gay, continues the book series that captures the history of the agricultural tractor. for more info turn the pages of this book and you will find the latest tractors and their specifications. Beginning where Farm Tractors 1975-1995 left off, Gay provides all the information that tractor enthusiasts love. The chapters travel through each model year, describes the new tractors and provides information from the Nebraska Test Summaries. The first chapter titled a "Century of Engineering Achievement," provides a concise summary of tractor history--from the early days of tractor development to the modern tractor. The charts at the end of the book provide more data.
174 pages, 8 1/2 x 11 inches, softbound.
ORDER NO. H1207
Member $15.00 List $18.95

Farm Tractors 1975-1995
Farm Tractors 1975-1995 picks up where Farm Tractors 1950-1975 ended, detailing twenty years in the tractor industry. Author Larry Gay moves chronologically through each model year. Short descriptions of the changes, along with a discussion of the financial situation, are included in each chapter. The text is coupled with Nebraska tractor test results and corresponding model photos to provide a thorough description of each model year. As an added feature, 24 pages of charts are included to summarize the model history for each brand. Almost all of the tractor manufacturers are included in this unforgettable book. Join Big Bud, A-C, Ford, Deere, and all the others for a memorable journey through the recent tractor history. 264 pages, 8 1/2 x 11 inches, softbound.
ORDER NO. H1195
Member $15.50 List $19.50

Farm Tractors 1950-1975
The sequel to The Agricultural Tractor 1855-1950 takes you up to 1975. Written by Les Larsen, retired head of the famous Nebraska Tractor Test Lab, this is an authoritative book on all the changes to U.S. and imported tractors, year by year. There are photos of 415 tractors along with specifications. Get a clear and concise review of turbocharging, transmissions, safety, operator comfort, and other important developments. It’s a unique reference book on late model tractors. 176 pages, 8 1/2 x 11 inches, softbound.
ORDER NO. H0981
Member $12.75 List $17.95

The Agricultural Tractor 1855-1950
R. B. Gray’s history of the development of the farm tractor in the United States is a modern classic with over 40,000 copies sold. It is heavily illustrated with 300 photos and drawings of steam, kerosene, gasoline, and diesel powered tractors. Also find excellent specifications of early tractors, including component drawings of many mechanical features and interesting company histories. 160 pages, 8 1/2 x 11 inches, softbound.
ORDER NO. H0119
Member $11.00 List $15.95