Brand siblingStandard TreadPerformance profile
McCormick-Deering 15-30
The McCormick-Deering 15-30 is a sturdy tractor from the early 20th century. It has a 4-cylinder engine made by International Harvester that runs on kerosene. This engine is liquid-cooled and can produce up to 40.66 horsepower at 1050 rpm. The tractor has a gear transmission with 3 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, giving farmers good control in the field. This tractor is built tough, weighing 7,480 pounds. It has steel wheels instead of rubber tires, which was common for tractors of its time. The McCormick-Deering 15-30 is 137 inches long, 65 inches wide, and 70 inches tall. It uses a hand-crank to start, so farmers needed to be strong to get it going. The engine has a displacement of 381.7 cubic inches, which was quite powerful for its day. In tests, it showed good fuel efficiency and could pull heavy loads in the field.
ManufacturerMcCormick-DeeringPower40.66 hpEngine4-cylTransGear
Image not recorded
Quick specs
- Category
- Standard Tread
- Engine Power Output
- 41hp
- Operating Weight
- 7,480 lb
- Transmission
- Gear
At a glance
How the 15-30 compares
vs. Standard Tread medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Standard Tread tractors
40.66 hp · 43rd
This model
12
Median 45 hp
102
This modelStandard Tread tractorsMediann = 121
The 15-30 ranks at the 43rd percentile for engine power among recorded standard tread tractors.
Overview
About the McCormick-Deering 15-30
The McCormick-Deering 15-30 is a sturdy tractor from the early 20th century. It has a 4-cylinder engine made by International Harvester that runs on kerosene. This engine is liquid-cooled and can produce up to 40.66 horsepower at 1050 rpm. The tractor has a gear transmission with 3 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, giving farmers good control in the field. This tractor is built tough, weighing 7,480 pounds. It has steel wheels instead of rubber tires, which was common for tractors of its time. The McCormick-Deering 15-30 is 137 inches long, 65 inches wide, and 70 inches tall. It uses a hand-crank to start, so farmers needed to be strong to get it going. The engine has a displacement of 381.7 cubic inches, which was quite powerful for its day. In tests, it showed good fuel efficiency and could pull heavy loads in the field.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | McCormick-Deering |
|---|---|
| Model | 15-30 |
| Category | Standard Tread tractor |
| Operating weight | 7,480lb |
Engine
| Make | International Harvester |
|---|---|
| Power | 40.66hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 381.7ci |
| Bore | 4.75in |
| Stroke | 6in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 3 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Dimensions
| Length | 137in |
|---|---|
| Width | 65in |
| Height | 70in |
| Operating weight | 7,480lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 12gal |
|---|
Head to head
15-30 vs. Standard Tread median
How the McCormick-Deering 15-30 compares to other Standard Tread tractors
| Spec | This model | Standard Tread median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 40.7 hp | 45 hp | -10% | 43rd |
| Engine Displacement | 382 ci | 382 ci | at median | 50th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 3 | 4 | -25% | 39th |
| Operating Weight | 7,480 lb | 6,834 lb | +9% | 57th |
| Length | 137 in | 137 in | at median | 50th |
| Width | 65 in | 72.4 in | -10% | 25th |
| Height | 70 in | 72.3 in | -3% | 42nd |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the standard tread tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 121–367 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared McCormick-Deering tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McCormick-Deering W-9 | 49.4 hp | 6,350 lb | — | Compare → |
| McCormick-Deering Super BW-6 | 50.5 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| McCormick-Deering Super BWD-6 | 50.5 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| McCormick-Deering B-450 | 55 hp | 6,020 lb | — | Compare → |
| McCormick-Deering A554 | 57 hp | — | — | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allis Chalmers ED40 | 41 hp | 3,527 lb | — | Compare → |
| AGCO ST40 | 40.1 hp | 3,323 lb | — | Compare → |
| AGCO ST41A | 40.1 hp | 3,000 lb | — | Compare → |
| Advance-Rumely OilPull K 12/20 | 40 hp | 6,430 lb | — | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers 160 | 40 hp | 4,674 lb | 1970–1975 | Compare → |
Explore
McCormick-Deering siblings
Explore
Similar-spec models
FAQ
Common questions
What is the engine power output of the McCormick-Deering 15-30?
Rated engine output for the McCormick-Deering 15-30 is 40.66 hp, delivered by a 4-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 381.7 ci.
What is the operating weight of the McCormick-Deering 15-30?
In working trim, the McCormick-Deering 15-30 comes in at roughly 7,480 lb.
Which transmission does the McCormick-Deering 15-30 use?
The McCormick-Deering 15-30 is equipped with a Gear transmission with 3 forward gears.
How do I maintain a McCormick-Deering 15-30?
Routine service for the McCormick-Deering 15-30 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.