Farmall H

The Farmall H, produced by International Harvester from 1939 to 1953, is a two-wheel-drive tractor that was prominent in mid-20th-century agriculture, particularly suited for row-crop work. This model is distinguished by a liquid-cooled 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine offered in gasoline, distillate, or kerosene variants, with bore and stroke measuring at 3.39 and 4.25 inches respectively. Compression ratios differed depending on the fuel type, indicating a versatile design adapted for various fuel availabilities. This tractable workhorse featured a simplified sliding gear transmission with 5 forward and 1 reverse gears, while the manual steering and mechanical band brakes are representative of the period. Its straight-line framework and the open operator station reflect the utilitarian design philosophy of its time, focusing on functionality and endurance over comfort.