The Farmall D-217 is a compact row crop tractor built for small farms. It has a 2-wheel drive system and a manual steering setup. The tractor uses a gear transmission with 6 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, giving farmers good control over their speed in the field.
Under the hood, the D-217 has a small diesel engine made by International Harvester. This 2-cylinder engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated. It produces 17 horsepower, which is on the lower end compared to other tractors. The engine size is also quite small, with a displacement of 74.3 cubic inches. Despite its small size, the D-217 weighs 2,350 pounds, making it sturdy enough for various farm tasks. The tractor measures 99.5 inches long, 62.5 inches wide, and 61.5 inches tall. It has agricultural tires in the front and back, with options for different rear tire sizes. The D-217 also features a Category 3 rear hitch, an open operator station, and an electric starter for easy operation.
