Farmall D-217

The Farmall D-217 is a classic row-crop tractor that dates back to a time when farming equipment was both rugged and simplistic. With a 17 horsepower, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled International Harvester DD-74 diesel engine, the D-217 boasts enough power for various small-scale agricultural tasks. The engine's displacement is a modest 74.3 cubic inches, with a bore and stroke of 3.437 inches and 4 inches respectively, and operates at a rated RPM of 1900. The tractor is designed with a manual transmission, offering 6 forward gears and 1 in reverse. It features a basic 2WD chassis configuration and manual steering, indicative of its era. Measuring 99.5 inches in length, 62.5 inches in width, and 61.5 inches in height, the D-217 has a 4.50x16 front tire and utilizes an 8x24 rear tire size, although it was also available with 9x24 rear tires. Its operating weight is marked at 2350 pounds, and it has notable ground clearance of 15 inches to navigate varied terrain. The tread for both front and rear can range from 49.25 to 67 inches, adjustable to the needs of the crop rows. This makes the D-217 a versatile machine for its time, suitable for a range of row-crop farming applications.