Farmall M tractor

Farmall M

Power

38 hp[P] hp

Production

1939-1954

Engine

Gasoline, 4-cylinder

Transmission

Sliding gear

Weight

4858 lbs [2203 kg]

Drive

2WD

From the same series:

H

Introduction

Production Information of Farmall, M

The production information of the tractor (M) includes details about its manufacturing.

The M was also available in the MV high-clearance "vegetable version" and the MD diesel. The Farmall M was the row-crop version of the McCormick-Deering W-6. In the late 1950s, the M continued production at Doncaster after it had ceased at the Farmall Works, these are often referred to as a model BM.
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA
ManufacturerFarmall (a part of International Harvester)
Original price$1,440 (1946 )
Total built270,140
$2,600 (1952 )

Dimension and Tires Information of Farmall, M

This section sums up the dimension and tires information of the tractor.

Bar rear axle2.75 inch diameter [69 mm]
Wheelbase88.5 inches [224 cm]
Shipping weight4858 lbs [2203 kg]
Height78.3 inches [198 cm]
Length133 inches [337 cm]
Front tread9.125 inches [23 cm]
Ballasted weight6770 lbs [3070 kg]
Width84 inches [213 cm]
Rear tread52 to 88 inches [132 to 223 cm]
11.25-36
Ag front6.00-16
10-38
Ag rear51x8 (steel)
Ag rear11-38
12-38
Ag front22.50x4 (steel)

Engine Specifications of Farmall, M

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International Harvester C248
Liquid-cooled vertical I-head
Gasoline
4-cylinder
Intake valve clearance0.017 inches*Hot [0.432 mm]
0.020 inches (Distributer) [0.508 mm]
Rated RPM1450
Exhaust valve clearance0.017 inches*Hot [0.432 mm]
Oil capacity8 qts [7.6 L]
Coolant capacity24 qts [22.7 L]
Firing order1-3-4-2
Displacement247.7 ci [4.1 L]
Compression5.65:1
Bore/Stroke3.875x5.25 inches [98 x 133 mm]
Point gap0.013 inches (Magneto) [0.330 mm]
Sparkplug gap0.025 inches [0.635 mm]
Coolant capacity24 qts [22.7 L]

Transmission Information of Farmall, MY

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Transmission variants 1

TypeSliding gear
Gears5 forward and 1 reverse

Mechanical Specs of Farmall, MY

This section summarizes all mechanical information such as the brake system and other specifications.

Two-wheel drive
Open operator station.
Manual steering
Mechanical contracting band brakes

Power Information of Farmall, MY

Discover the power specifications and options available for this tractor model but also PTO (Power Take-off) information.

Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)

Hydraulics Specifications of Farmall, M

Hydraulic system type, pressure, pump flow and valves.

TypeLift-All *Optional. Transmission-driven pump.
Pressure500 psi (early) [34.5 bar]
800 psi (late) [55.2 bar]

Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does the Farmall M have?

The Farmall M delivers 38 hp[P] HP.

What years was the Farmall M produced?

The Farmall M was produced in 1939-1954.

What engine does the Farmall M have?

The Farmall M is powered by a Gasoline, 4-cylinder engine.

What transmission does the Farmall M use?

The Farmall M uses a Sliding gear transmission.

How much does the Farmall M weigh?

The Farmall M weighs 4858 lbs [2203 kg].

Is the Farmall M 4WD?

The Farmall M is available in 2WD.

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