If you walked through the Case IH booth at the National Farm Machinery Show last week you were bound to see their line of Farmall 100A tractors. Denny Stroo, Case IH, was on hand to share his knowledge of the esteemed tractor and Chuck was there to capture it. “This particular Farmall is a 140A, which is part of the … Read More
Bold New Look for the Case IH Maxxum Tractors
Case IH has added a few new products to their lineup this year and Chuck caught up with David Bogan, Case IH, during the 2015 National Farm Machinery Show (NFMS) to learn more about their Maxxum tractors. “As we have moved into the 2015 calendar year we have had to meet those new EPA standards for this horsepower range tractor. … Read More
Tractors Pulling for 47 Years at NFMS
The Championship Tractor Pull held in conjunction with the National Farm Machinery Show is just a few years younger than the show itself, making this the 47th year for the event which has become one of the world’s premiere competitions. The event, which is sponsored by Syngenta, runs through Saturday – so if you’re looking for that special place to … Read More
Case IH’s Maxxum® Tractor Aggressive New Look
A bold new look exemplifies the enhancements to the new Case IH Maxxum series tractors and their reputation as versatile workhorses for the field and livestock operations. Case IH introduced the five new models with their new aggressive appearance at the 2015 Cattle Industry Convention in San Antonio. With its redesigned hood and roof, the new Maxxum line foreshadows an … Read More
Mahindra Opening New Midwest Distro Center
The biggest seller of tractors in the world based on volume is opening a new distribution center in the Midwest. Mahindra USA announced the 15-acre facility will open in Lyons, Kansas and serve customers in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota with the ability to ship 150 tractors per month once fully operational. The Midwest Authorized Distribution … Read More
Hick Chick Chat: Top Ten All-Time Favorite Tractors
Farm and Ranch Living recently asked their readers to submit and vote for their favorite tractor of all time. This very much hit home for me as my dad still has the first tractor he over bought. A Massey-Harris 101 Junior. He also has the first car he ever bought, but that’s a different story. Old tractors are still used … Read More
Top Ten Favorite Tractors List
Farm & Ranch Living magazine has come up with a Top 10 list of All-Time Favorite Tractors. The full list is in the magazine’s December/January issue, but we have the top three here – two of which are Farmalls. #3: FARMALL MODEL M – 270,140 produced from 1939-1952. The retail price for the 4 cylinder machine in it’s last year … Read More
Hick Chick Chat with Case IH at NAFB
At the recent National Association of Farm Broadcasting Trade Talk I had a chance to visit with the fine folks from Case IH. What I learned was they are making more improvements for 2015 to better serve their customers. Zach Hetterick, center in the photo, is the High Horsepower Marketing Manager, says their high horse power has come up with … Read More
John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum Opens
The John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum in Waterloo, Iowa officially opened its doors to the public this week with a focus on engaging visitors in the history of tractor and engine design and manufacturing. “Tractors and engines have been and continue to be important to John Deere’s success,” said Dawn Hendershot, Project Manager. “We are pleased to share the … Read More
John Deere Offers Small-Frame 6R Series Tractors
John Deere has introduced three small-frame 6R series tractors in the 110 to 130 engine horsepower range for 2015. The ability of the 6R Series tractors to handle many farm, ranch and commercial chores and right-of-way maintenance, has led to their growing popularity. The new small-frame 6110R, 6120R and 6130R are designed with many of the hydraulic, control and comfort … Read More