Row Crop
Farmall BMD
The Farmall BMD is a row crop tractor built for farm work. It has a 2-wheel drive system and a mechanical steering setup. This tractor is great for tasks that need good control in crop rows. Under the hood, the BMD has a diesel engine made by International Harvester. The engine has 4 cylinders and is cooled by liquid. It's a smaller engine compared to many other tractors, with 247.7 cubic inches of displacement. The tractor starts up easily with an electric starter. It has a simple gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, making it easy to use in different field conditions. The BMD also comes with a Category 3 hitch, which lets it work with many farm tools.
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Overview
About the Farmall BMD
The Farmall BMD is a row crop tractor built for farm work. It has a 2-wheel drive system and a mechanical steering setup. This tractor is great for tasks that need good control in crop rows. Under the hood, the BMD has a diesel engine made by International Harvester. The engine has 4 cylinders and is cooled by liquid. It's a smaller engine compared to many other tractors, with 247.7 cubic inches of displacement. The tractor starts up easily with an electric starter. It has a simple gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, making it easy to use in different field conditions. The BMD also comes with a Category 3 hitch, which lets it work with many farm tools.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Farmall |
|---|---|
| Model | BMD |
| 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 | Mechanical |
Head to head
BMD vs. Row Crop median
How the Farmall BMD 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
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Farmall 130 | — | 2,800 lb | 1956–1958 | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How many cylinders does the Farmall BMD have?
The Farmall BMD runs a 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 247.7 ci.
What hitch category is the Farmall BMD?
The Farmall BMD uses a Category Category 3 hitch.
What type of transmission does the Farmall BMD have?
The Farmall BMD uses a Gear transmission offering 5 forward gears.
What routine service does the Farmall BMD need?
Regular maintenance for the Farmall BMD includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.