The most complete and up-to-date account of America’s iconic tractors ever published, with color photographs and classic black and white images.
Nothing runs like a Deere, and no Deere has kept running as long and as well and with as passionate a following as the company’s two-cylinder tractors. The most popular tractors by the world’s favorite tractor manufacturer, these stalwarts of agriculture and industry get their due in this fascinating, fully detailed, extensively illustrated history. New photographs by tractor specialist Jeff Hackett, along with the latest comprehensive information, make this book the most complete and up-to-date account of America’s iconic tractors ever published. Color photographs and archival black and white images accompany John Dietz’s engaging chronicle of the history of two-cylinder tractors, model by model. The result is an unprecedented look at the tractors that have transcended the realm of farm equipment to become quintessential Americana.
“Classic John Deere Two-Cylinder Tractors does an excellent job of compiling the history of these iconic tractors. Much more than a collection of data, the book tells the story of these tractors: the era, the people, the factories, and the machines. A great read for anyone interested in classic tractors.” - TractorData.com
“It’s a beautiful and colourful addition to any tractor lover’s library.” - Ken Waddell, The Neepawa Banner
“A most popular tractor, these stalwarts of agriculture and industry get their due in this fascinating, fully detailed, extensively illustrated history. New photographs from tractor specialist Jeff Hackett, along with the latest comprehensive information, make this book the most complete and up-to-date account of America’s iconic tractors.” - Toy Farmer
“This book would make any Farmall enthusiast happy to find it under their tree this Christmas.” – Brenda Stant, Engineers & Engines
“A most popular tractor, these stalwarts of agriculture and industry get their due in this fascinating, fully detailed, extensively illustrated history. New photographs from tractor specialist Jeff Hackett, along with the latest comprehensive information, make this book the most complete and up-to-date account of America’s iconic tractors.” - Toy Farmer
John Dietz is a freelance writer who writes for numerous agriculture and implement magazines. He lives in Arden, Manitoba, Canada.
Jeff Hackett is a photographer whose specialties range from farm tractors to motorcycles. He lives in Orange, Connecticut.
The most popular tractors by the world’s favorite tractor manufacturer, John Deere two-cylinder tractors get their due in this fascinating, fully detailed, extensively illustrated history. New photographs by tractor specialist Jeff Hackett, along with the latest comprehensive information, make this book the most complete and up-to-date account of America’s iconic tractors ever published. Color photographs and archival black and white images accompany John Dietz’s engaging chronicle of the history of two-cylinder tractors, model by model; the result is an unprecedented look at the tractors that have transcended the realm of farm equipment to become quintessential Americana.
Imprint: Voyageur Press
Distributor: MBI Publishing Company
Publication Date: 10-14-2008
Pages: 128
Measurements: 11.00in X 8.50in X 1.75lb
