The Top 10 Tractor Models Ever Made

The Top 10 Tractor Models Ever Made

 

 

For people that live on ranches and farms, a tractor is a necessity.  Tractors are used for bailing hay to feed cattle and plowing fields.  Without tractors, the people on farms wouldn't have a way to take care of their lands and their livestock in a proper way.

Going back in time there were models that were more popular than others.  The different models were popular for different reasons.  All of them could be used widely for the jobs that they were intended to and they were made to sustain a lot of wear and tear.  This is the list of the top 10 tractor models ever made:  

1.  Ford Model 8N

In the year 1952, this model cost approximately $1,400.  It was a very popular model and about 400 of these tractors were sold on a daily basis.  For those that had to do work in the fields, this was a tractor that they could count on.  They also loved that it was durable and made to last for a long time.  It was an investment that paid off well for them.  

2.  Farmall Model H

Sold from 1939 - 1953, this model cost $2,000 in 1953.  Row crop mid-sized farmers really loved this model.  The company sold quite a few of these models in its time.  Popular for the ability to last a long time, people loved that they could do tremendous work with it without worrying about the wear and tear for quite a while.  

3.  John Deere Model B

In 1952, this model cost $1,900.  With front-wheel options and 4 speeds, there were many people that were interested in this one.  It gave them the mobility that they needed on all types of terrain and they loved how they could do a tremendous amount with it.  

4.  Farmall Model M

This model was worth $2,400 in 1952.  Being the first diesel tractor, it was used widely in its time.  People were extremely pleased with their purchases as they finished up work that needed to get done on a daily basis.  

5.  John Deere Model 4020

In 1972, this tractor had a price tag of $10,345.  With optional shift transmission, it was a model that was very loved.  People looked forward to using this model when they knew that they had immense amounts of work that they need to get done.

6.  John Deere Model A

With a price tag of $2,400 in the year 1952, this was a model that was highly popular.  People loved it for its rubber tires.  Making life simpler was what this model was particularly good for.   

7.  Massey Furguson 399

Selling at $37,800 in 1997, this was another favorite model.  It had a 97 horsepower engine.  Made for great use and wear and tear, it was a favorite tractor model back during its time.

8.  Allis-Chalmers Model WC

In 1932, it was priced at $960.  It was common to be used for farming during the Great Depression.  Made to last long, it was a good investment for many people.  

9.  Allis-Chalmers Model WD45

With a price of $2,400 in 1956, this was a model that was used widely.  It had one of the most configured gasoline engines.  

10.  Ford NAA Golden Jubilee

Selling for $1,400 in 1954, this was another favorite tractor model.  It made working on the lands easier for a lot of people and they loved it.   

Tractors will always be used on ranch and farms.  Knowing the best ones to get is very important.  Taking care of them properly is also of major importance.  People that live on ranches and farms know this better than other people.  They take the time to care for their so it will work well for them well into the future.

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2 comments

Hey Jim! Thank you for sharing this awesome story. The Golden Jubilee is indeed a well-made and dependable machine. Thank you once again Jim!

Matt
My Dad purchased a pre- owned Golden Jubilee in May of 1975. It was used for hay rides, and very light work, up until his passing, in 1990. I bought a rotary cutter for it late that year, and set about the reclamation of the land, the following year, and for quite a few years thereafter. That thing was put through the paces, and worked very hard, with the brush cutter being used almost as much as a battering ram, as it was used as a cutter. The tractor proved to be extremely tough and reliable, as well as being very economical on gas. Truly a well- made and dependable piece of machinery. I am glad to see that it is included on your list. It is MORE than well- deserving of that honor.
JIM MICHAUD

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