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Farmall F-20
The Farmall F-20 is a row crop tractor that was made from 1932 to 1939. It's a 2WD tractor with a manual steering system and a sliding gear transmission. This tractor has 4 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, which gives farmers good control when working in the fields. The F-20 has a 4-cylinder engine made by International Harvester. The engine is liquid-cooled and runs on distillate fuel. It has a displacement of 220.9 ci, which is below average for tractors. The engine produces 26.7 hp at 1200 rpm, which is also on the lower side. However, this power is enough for many farm tasks. The tractor weighs 4400 lb and has steel wheels, making it sturdy for field work. It has a transmission PTO that runs at 540 rpm, which is useful for powering farm equipment.
ManufacturerFarmallPower26.7 hpEngine4-cylTransSliding gear
Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 27hp
- Operating Weight
- 4,400 lb
- Transmission
- Sliding gear
At a glance
How the F-20 compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
26.7 hp · 2nd
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The F-20 ranks at the 2nd percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Farmall F-20
The Farmall F-20 is a row crop tractor that was made from 1932 to 1939. It's a 2WD tractor with a manual steering system and a sliding gear transmission. This tractor has 4 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, which gives farmers good control when working in the fields. The F-20 has a 4-cylinder engine made by International Harvester. The engine is liquid-cooled and runs on distillate fuel. It has a displacement of 220.9 ci, which is below average for tractors. The engine produces 26.7 hp at 1200 rpm, which is also on the lower side. However, this power is enough for many farm tasks. The tractor weighs 4400 lb and has steel wheels, making it sturdy for field work. It has a transmission PTO that runs at 540 rpm, which is useful for powering farm equipment.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Farmall |
|---|---|
| Model | F-20 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x2 |
| Years built | 1932–1939 |
| Operating weight | 4,400lb |
Engine
| Make | International Harvester |
|---|---|
| Model | International Harvester |
| Power | 26.7hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 220.9ci |
| Bore | 3.75in |
| Stroke | 5in |
Transmission
| Type | Sliding gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 4 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Brakes | Mechanical band |
| Cab | Open |
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Transmission |
|---|---|
| PTO speed | 540rpm |
Dimensions
| Length | 139.8in |
|---|---|
| Width | 85.8in |
| Height | 66.9in |
| Operating weight | 4,400lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 10gal |
|---|
Head to head
F-20 vs. Row Crop median
How the Farmall F-20 compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 26.7 hp | 138 hp | -81% | 2nd |
| Engine Displacement | 221 ci | 391 ci | -44% | 11th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | -33% | 17th |
| Forward Gears | 4 | 16 | -75% | 4th |
| Operating Weight | 4,400 lb | 12,307 lb | -64% | 6th |
| Length | 140 in | 180 in | -22% | 11th |
| Width | 85.8 in | 91.2 in | -6% | 37th |
| Height | 66.9 in | 114 in | -41% | 6th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 806–1,417 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Farmall tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmall Super C | 25.9 hp | 3,100 lb | 1951–1954 | Compare → |
| Farmall 230 | 24.9 hp | 3,440 lb | 1956–1958 | Compare → |
| Farmall F30 | 30 hp | 5,300 lb | 1931–1939 | Compare → |
| Farmall C | 23 hp | 2,845 lb | 1948–1951 | Compare → |
| Farmall F-267 | 35 hp | 4,134 lb | 1936+ | Compare → |
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| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bobcat CT225 | 27 hp | 3,021 lb | 2008–2013 | Compare → |
| Bolens G272 | 27 hp | 2,250 lb | — | Compare → |
| Bolens G274 | 27 hp | 2,440 lb | — | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers D272 | 27.5 hp | 2,060 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the Farmall F-20 manufactured?
Production of the Farmall F-20 ran from 1932 through 1939.
What type of transmission does the Farmall F-20 have?
The Farmall F-20 uses a Sliding gear transmission offering 4 forward gears.
How powerful is the Farmall F-20?
The Farmall F-20 has an engine power output of 26.7 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 220.9 ci.
What is the working weight of the Farmall F-20?
The operating weight of the Farmall F-20 is approximately 4,400 lb.
What routine service does the Farmall F-20 need?
Regular maintenance for the Farmall F-20 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.