International Harvester Type A 20HP

The International Harvester Type A 20HP is a sturdy utility tractor built for standard tread applications. This 2WD machine features a manual steering system and a simple gear transmission with one forward and one reverse gear. It's powered by a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled gasoline engine with a very high displacement of 902 ci. The engine has a large bore of 8.75 inches and a long stroke of 15 inches, running at a low 240 rpm.

This tractor is built tough, weighing in at 12,000 lb, which is above average for its class. It's quite wide at 102 inches, with steel wheels both front and rear. The rear tires are particularly large, measuring 56 inches in diameter and 18 inches wide. The Type A 20HP uses a hand-crank starter, typical of its era. It has a large coolant capacity of 232 quarts, helping it stay cool during long work days. While it may not be the fastest or most advanced tractor, the International Harvester Type A 20HP is a dependable workhorse for farmers who need a strong, simple machine for their fields.