 McCormick Farmall 100, 1956, at Tulare, California antique tractor show | |
| Model history | |
|---|---|
| Model introduced | 1954 |
| Model discontinued | 1956 |
| Model status | Discontinued |
| No. produced | 19,075 |
| Preceded by | Farmall Super A-1 |
| Superseded by | Farmall 130 |
| Engine Specification | |
| Engine make | International |
| Engine model | C-123 |
| Fuel type | gasoline |
| Power hp | 20 belt, 18 drawbar |
| Governed rpm | 1400 |
| Displacement cu in /(litre) | 123 ci |
| No. of Cylinders | 4 |
| Bore in (mm) | 3.125" |
| Stroke in (mm) | 4" |
| Cooling system | water |
| Naturally aspirated, Turbo or Supercharged | NA |
| Transmission Details | |
| Transmission type | sliding gear |
| Gearbox make | International |
| Forward | 4 |
| Reverse | 1 |
| Drive | 2-WD |
| General Data | |
| Linkage Category | drawbar |
| Tyre Sizes (std/options) | |
| Front | 5.00-15 4-ply |
| Rear | 9-24 4-ply |
| Tractor Dimensions | |
| Length (inches/metres) | 107" |
| Width (inches/meters) | 56" |
| Height (inches/meters) | 66" |
| Weight (nominal) lb/kg | 2600 lb |
| Turning circle (nominal) inches/meters | 17 ft |
| Wheelbase | 71" |
| Other info | |
| Factories |
Tractor Works, Chicago, Illinois, USA Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
| Plow rating | 1-16" or 2-12" |
| Nebraska Tests No. | 537 |
| Approximate Cost new in (year) | $1800 (1956) |
The Farmall 100 was built by International Harvester from 1954 to 1956 in Chicago, Illinois, USA and Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
Model History[]
- For Company history see
- Main article: International Harvester
- For high-clearance version see: Farmall 100 High Clearance
- For industrial version see: International 100
The Farmall 100 replaced the Super A-1, using a slightly restyled grille. The engine was still the 123 ci 4-cylinder but an increase in the compression ratio raised the belt hp rating to 20.
Tractor Comparison[]
Other makes and models competing most closely with the Farmall 100 were the Allis-Chalmers B, Case VAS, and Massey-Harris Pacer and the heavier and more powerful Minneapolis-Moline BG. Other small tractors competing with the Farmall for some uses were the standard-tread John Deere 40 and Oliver 66. During 1956 International Harvester replaced the Farmall 100 with the more powerful Farmall 130.
| Make & model | Pto hp | Weight (lb) | Price ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCormick Farmall 100 | 20 | 2600 | 1800 (1956) |
| Allis-Chalmers B | 22 | 2060 | 1525 (1957) |
| Case VAS | 21 | 2950 | 1564 (1952) |
| John Deere 40 Standard | 25 | 2950 | 1521 (1954) |
| Massey-Harris Pacer | 19 | 1915 | 1418 (1957) |
| Minneapolis-Moline BG | 28 | 2880 | 1710 (1957) |
| Oliver 66 Standard | 24 | 3193 | 2430 (1954) |
| McCormick Farmall 130 | 22 | 2650 | 1950 (1958) |
Note: Some specifications and prices for comparison tables from [1] and [2]
Timeline[]
- 1954 - Farmall 100 replaced Farmall Super A-1
- 1956 - Farmall 130 replaced Farmall 100
Factory locations[]
Specification[]
See Infobox for basic details
- 123 ci 4-cylinder gasoline engine
- 4-speed transmission
- Adjustable front axle
- Electric starting and lights
- Touch Control hydraulics
- 2-point Fast Hitch implement attachment
- Standard tires
- Front: 5.00-15 4-ply
- Rear: 9-24 4-ply
Variations and Options[]
- Non-adjustable front axle
- Belt pulley
- Pto
- Optional tires
- Front: 4.00-15 or 6.00-16 4-ply
- Rear: 10-24 or 11-24 4-ply
Serial Numbers Information[]
| Year | Serial no. run startstart[3] |
Serial no. run End[3] |
Number Built | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 | 501 | 1719 | 1219 | Number built calculated from serial number range |
| 1955 | 1720 | 12894 | 8771 | |
| 1956 | 12895 | 18940 | 8585 | |
| Total built | 19075 | |||
Preservation[]
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| Make + Model No. | Reg No. (if known) |
Serial No. | Build-Date | Engine-Type/Make | Owner (if known) |
Photo | Were seen/Featured in | Other info |
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| Farmall 100 | - | 5334J | 1955 | C123 | John Middleton | 
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Vanessa, Ontario CANADA | Purchased from a relative November 8, 2008, Third owner, looking forward to a complete restoration one day |
| Farmall 100 | 7028J | 1955 | C123 | Stephen Sawzin | 
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Clinton County Ohio Corn Festival September 2009,2010 | Fitted with a front plow adapted from Farmall Cub. Added step for operator entry. | |
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Gallery[]
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See also[]
- McCormick Farmall Super A-1
- McCormick Farmall 100 High Clearance
- International 100
- List of Tractor Manufacturers
- List of International Harvester Vehicles
- Collection related info
- Shows and Meets - events featuring tractors and other machinery
- Clubs Listing - List of clubs including various tractor marques
- Collections - list of private collections with tractors (add yours)
- Museums - includes museums featuring tractors (please add missing ones)
References / Sources[]
- ↑ Hall, Mike, Ed., The Official Tractor Blue Book 2010, Price Digests, Overland Park, Kansas, 2009
- ↑ Larsen, Lester, “Farm Tractors 1950-1975”, American Society of Agricultural Engineers, St. Joseph, Michigan, 1981
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Heartland Guides Division, Hot Line Antique Tractor Guide, Vol. X, Heartland Communications Group, Fort Dodge, Iowa, 2010
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