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Farmall M

The Farmall M is a classic row crop tractor that was made from 1939 to 1954. It has a 2WD drive system and a manual steering type. The tractor uses a sliding gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. This makes it easy to change speeds for different farm tasks. The Farmall M is powered by an International Harvester C248 engine. This engine has 4 cylinders and runs on gasoline. It's liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, which means it doesn't use a turbocharger. The engine has a below-average displacement of 247.7 ci and produces 36.07 hp at 1450 rpm. This power output is on the lower end compared to other tractors. The tractor weighs 6770 lb, which is also below average for its class. It has a PTO speed of 540 rpm, which is standard for many farm implements. This tractor has an open operator station and uses mechanical contracting band brakes. It's a compact machine, measuring 132.7 inches long, 83.9 inches wide, and 78 inches tall. The Farmall M has agricultural front tires and steel rear tires, making it suitable for various field conditions. While it may not be the most powerful tractor, its long production run shows it was a reliable and popular choice for many farmers.

ManufacturerFarmallPower36.07 hpEngine4-cylTransSliding Gear
Farmall M

Quick specs

Category
Row Crop
Engine Power Output
36hp
Operating Weight
6,770 lb
Transmission
Sliding Gear
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How the M compares

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Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Row Crop tractors

36.07 hp · 3rd

This model

12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206

The M ranks at the 3rd percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.

Overview

About the Farmall M

The Farmall M is a classic row crop tractor that was made from 1939 to 1954. It has a 2WD drive system and a manual steering type. The tractor uses a sliding gear transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. This makes it easy to change speeds for different farm tasks. The Farmall M is powered by an International Harvester C248 engine. This engine has 4 cylinders and runs on gasoline. It's liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, which means it doesn't use a turbocharger. The engine has a below-average displacement of 247.7 ci and produces 36.07 hp at 1450 rpm. This power output is on the lower end compared to other tractors. The tractor weighs 6770 lb, which is also below average for its class. It has a PTO speed of 540 rpm, which is standard for many farm implements. This tractor has an open operator station and uses mechanical contracting band brakes. It's a compact machine, measuring 132.7 inches long, 83.9 inches wide, and 78 inches tall. The Farmall M has agricultural front tires and steel rear tires, making it suitable for various field conditions. While it may not be the most powerful tractor, its long production run shows it was a reliable and popular choice for many farmers.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerFarmall
ModelM
CategoryRow Crop tractor
Type4x2
Years built1939–1954
Operating weight6,770lb

Engine

MakeInternational Harvester
ModelC248
Power36.07hp
Cylinders4
Displacement247.7ci
Bore3.88in
Stroke5.25in

Transmission

TypeSliding Gear
Forward gears5
Reverse gears1

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2
Drive2WD
SteeringManual
BrakesMechanical contracting band
CabOpen

Power take-off

PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Length132.7in
Width83.9in
Height78in
Operating weight6,770lb

Capacities

Cooling system6gal

Head to head

M vs. Row Crop median

How the Farmall M compares to other Row Crop tractors

SpecThis modelRow Crop medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power36.1 hp138 hp-74%3rd
Engine Displacement248 ci391 ci-37%16th
Cylinders46-33%17th
Forward Gears516-69%7th
Operating Weight6,770 lb12,307 lb-45%15th
Length133 in180 in-26%8th
Width83.9 in91.2 in-8%34th
Height78 in114 in-31%11th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 8061,417 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

What years was the Farmall M manufactured?

Production of the Farmall M ran from 1939 through 1954.

What type of transmission does the Farmall M have?

The Farmall M uses a Sliding Gear transmission offering 5 forward gears.

How powerful is the Farmall M?

The Farmall M has an engine power output of 36.07 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 247.7 ci.

What is the working weight of the Farmall M?

The operating weight of the Farmall M is approximately 6,770 lb.

What routine service does the Farmall M need?

Regular maintenance for the Farmall M 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.