Introduction
Nichols & Shepard 25-50 Standard-Tread Tractor
The Nichols & Shepard 25-50 is a standard-tread tractor produced between 1913 and 1927 in Battle Creek, Michigan, USA. This machine represents a period of early 20th-century agricultural mechanization, designed primarily for heavy-duty field operations and stationary belt work.
Engine and Power Characteristics
The tractor is powered by a two-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine designed to operate on kerosene fuel. It features a displacement of 1527 cubic inches (25.0 L) and a bore/stroke measurement of 9.00x12.00 inches. The engine provides a claimed drawbar power of 50 hp (37.3 kW) and a belt power of 25 hp (18.6 kW), allowing it to pull a 5-bottom 14-inch plow configuration.
Transmission and Mechanical Layout
Power is transferred through a gear-based transmission system consisting of one forward gear and one reverse gear, engaged by a dry drum clutch. The mechanical configuration utilizes a two-wheel drive system with bull gear final drives for power delivery to the rear wheels. Steering is performed via a manual system, and the operator is positioned at an open station.
Dimensions and Construction
The machine has a substantial physical footprint, weighing 19,000 lbs (8,618 kg). It measures 199 inches (505 cm) in length, 116 inches (294 cm) in width, and 113 inches (287 cm) in height. It is equipped with steel wheels, utilizing 42x10 steel wheels at the front and 69x28 steel wheels at the rear, supported by a 4.5-inch diameter rear axle.
Conclusion
With its significant drawbar capacity and heavy-duty steel wheel construction, the Nichols & Shepard 25-50 was engineered for intensive primary tillage and belt-driven agricultural tasks typical of its era.
Production Information of Nichols-Shepard, 25-50
- Standard-tread tractor
- Built in Battle Creek, Michigan, USA
| Manufacturer | Nichols-Shepard |
|---|
Dimension and Tires Information of Nichols-Shepard, 25-50
| Length | 199 inches [505 cm] |
|---|---|
| Rear axle | 4.5 inch diameter [114 mm] |
| Weight | 19000 lbs [8618 kg] |
| Width | 116 inches [294 cm] |
| Height | 113 inches [287 cm] |
| Ag front | 42x10 steel |
|---|---|
| Ag rear | 69x28 steel |
Engine Specifications of Nichols-Shepard, 25-50
- Nichols & Shepard
- Liquid-cooled
- Kerosene
- 2-cylinder
| Displacement | 1527 ci [25.0 L] |
|---|---|
| Bore/Stroke | 9.00x12.00 inches [229 x 305 mm] |
Transmission Information of Nichols-Shepard, 25-50
Transmission variants 1
| Type | Gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 1 forward and reverse |
| Clutch | Dry drum |
Mechanical Specs of Nichols-Shepard, 25-50
- Two-wheel drive
- Open operator station.
- Manual steering
| Final drives | Bull gear |
|---|
Power Information of Nichols-Shepard, 25-50
| Drawbar (claimed) | 50 hp [37.3 kW] |
|---|---|
| Belt (claimed) | 25 hp [18.6 kW] |
| Plows | 5 (14-inch) |
Where it sits
With 27 hp[B] HP, the Nichols-Shepard 25-50 sits between 20-42 (22 HP) and 35-70 (38 HP) in Nichols-Shepard's range. Its power puts it in the 47th percentile of 1910s models in our database (158 machines).
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Nichols-Shepard 25-50 have?
The Nichols-Shepard 25-50 delivers 27 hp[B] HP.
What years was the Nichols-Shepard 25-50 produced?
The Nichols-Shepard 25-50 was produced in 1913-1927.
What engine does the Nichols-Shepard 25-50 have?
The Nichols-Shepard 25-50 is powered by a 2-cylinder engine.
What transmission does the Nichols-Shepard 25-50 use?
The Nichols-Shepard 25-50 uses a Gear transmission.
How much does the Nichols-Shepard 25-50 weigh?
The Nichols-Shepard 25-50 weighs 19000 lbs [8618 kg].
Is the Nichols-Shepard 25-50 4WD?
The Nichols-Shepard 25-50 is available in 2WD.