Heider 6-10 tractor

Heider 6-10

Power

11 hp[B] hp

Production

1920-1926

Engine

4-cylinder

Transmission

Unsynchronized gear

Drive

2WD

Introduction

Heider 6-10 Agricultural Tractor

The Heider 6-10 is a vintage agricultural tractor produced by Heider, a division of Rock Island, between 1920 and 1926. Manufactured in Rock Island, Illinois, USA, this machine represents the mechanical standards of early 20th-century farming.

Engine and Performance

The tractor is powered by a 4-cylinder Le Roi liquid-cooled engine with a displacement of 138 cubic inches (2.3 L). The engine utilizes kerosene as its primary fuel source. It features a bore and stroke of 3.125 x 4.50 inches (79 x 114 mm). The power output is rated at 6 hp (4.5 kW) at the drawbar and 10 hp (7.5 kW) on the belt pulley.

Transmission and Drive System

The Heider 6-10 is configured with a two-wheel drive system. It utilizes an unsynchronized gear transmission, which requires specific operator skill for gear changes during field operations. Steering is provided by a manual mechanism, reflecting the design simplicity typical of tractors from this era.

Conclusion

The Heider 6-10 is a representative example of early tractor technology, designed for basic traction and stationary belt-driven tasks. It remains a notable piece for collectors and historical machinery enthusiasts due to its specific engineering and production origins.

Production Information of Heider, 6-10

  • Built in Rock Island, Illinois, USA
ManufacturerHeider (a part of Rock Island)

Engine Specifications of Heider, 6-10

  • Le Roi
  • Liquid-cooled
  • Kerosene
  • 4-cylinder
Displacement138 ci [2.3 L]
Bore/Stroke3.125x4.50 inches [79 x 114 mm]

Transmission Information of Heider, 6-10

Transmission variants 1

TypeUnsynchronized gear

Mechanical Specs of Heider, 6-10

  • Two-wheel drive
SteeringManual

Power Information of Heider, 6-10

Drawbar (claimed)6 hp [4.5 kW]
Belt (claimed)10 hp [7.5 kW]

Where it sits

With 11 hp[B] HP, the Heider 6-10 sits just below C 12-20 (17 HP) in Heider's range. Its power puts it in the 2th percentile of 1920s models in our database (181 machines).

Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does the Heider 6-10 have?

The Heider 6-10 delivers 11 hp[B] HP.

What years was the Heider 6-10 produced?

The Heider 6-10 was produced in 1920-1926.

What engine does the Heider 6-10 have?

The Heider 6-10 is powered by a 4-cylinder engine.

What transmission does the Heider 6-10 use?

The Heider 6-10 uses a Unsynchronized gear transmission.

Is the Heider 6-10 4WD?

The Heider 6-10 is available in 2WD.

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