Hart-Parr 18-28

The Hart-Parr 18-28 is an early 20th-century tractor, known for being a robust and straightforward piece of machinery. It features a 4-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that runs on kerosene, with a displacement of 280.6 cubic inches. The transmission is of a simple gear type, with 3 forward gears and 1 reverse, indicating its use in rudimentary farming tasks. Constructed with a weight ranging from 3800 to 4165 pounds, the 18-28 was designed with considerable operational weight for its time. This tractor's dimensions — 112 inches in length, 61 inches in width, and a hood height of 53.5 inches — as well as its large rear tires measuring 44 inches in diameter and 10 inches wide, reflect its intended use for a variety of general farming tasks. With a wheelbase of 72.5 inches, the tractor exhibits stability and balance, suitable for different types of terrains. The Hart-Parr 18-28 represents the mechanical ingenuity of the early agricultural industry and would have been a significant asset to farmers of its era.