Row Crop
Farmall BM
The Farmall BM is a row crop tractor designed for farming tasks. It has a 4x2 2WD chassis, which means it has two wheels in the front and two in the back, with power going to the rear wheels. The tractor uses manual steering and has a gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. Under the hood, the Farmall BM has a liquid-cooled engine made by International Harvester. It runs on TVO fuel and has 4 cylinders. The engine size is 247.7 cubic inches, which is below average compared to other tractors. It has a bore of 3.875 inches and a stroke of 5.25 inches. The tractor starts up with an electric starter, making it easy to get going. It also has a category 3 hitch, which lets it work with many different farm tools.
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Overview
About the Farmall BM
The Farmall BM is a row crop tractor designed for farming tasks. It has a 4x2 2WD chassis, which means it has two wheels in the front and two in the back, with power going to the rear wheels. The tractor uses manual steering and has a gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. Under the hood, the Farmall BM has a liquid-cooled engine made by International Harvester. It runs on TVO fuel and has 4 cylinders. The engine size is 247.7 cubic inches, which is below average compared to other tractors. It has a bore of 3.875 inches and a stroke of 5.25 inches. The tractor starts up with an electric starter, making it easy to get going. It also has a category 3 hitch, which lets it work with many different farm tools.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Farmall |
|---|---|
| Model | BM |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
Engine
| Make | International Harvester |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 247.7ci |
| Bore | 3.88in |
| Stroke | 5.25in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 5 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
Head to head
BM vs. Row Crop median
How the Farmall BM compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Displacement | 248 ci | 391 ci | -37% | 16th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | -33% | 17th |
| Forward Gears | 5 | 16 | -69% | 7th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 1,200–1,417 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Farmall tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmall 100 | — | 3,000 lb | 1954–1956 | Compare → |
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| Farmall 1206 | 110 hp | 10,115 lb | 1965–1967 | Compare → |
| Farmall 1256 | 113 hp | 10,405 lb | 1967–1969 | Compare → |
| Farmall 130 | — | 2,800 lb | 1956–1958 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How many cylinders does the Farmall BM have?
The Farmall BM runs a 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 247.7 ci.
What hitch category is the Farmall BM?
The Farmall BM uses a Category 3 hitch.
Which transmission does the Farmall BM use?
The Farmall BM is equipped with a Gear transmission with 5 forward gears.
How do I maintain a Farmall BM?
Routine service for the Farmall BM covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.