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McCormick-Deering W-12 (Kerosene)
The McCormick-Deering W-12 is a utility tractor that runs on kerosene. It has a 2-wheel drive system and uses manual steering. This tractor is built for standard farm work and has a simple gear transmission with 3 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. The W-12 is powered by a 4-cylinder International Harvester engine. This engine has a below-average displacement of 113.1 cubic inches and produces 15.28 horsepower at 1700 rpm. The tractor has steel wheels with lugs instead of rubber tires, which was common for its time. It measures 103 inches long, 50.5 inches wide, and 55 inches tall, with an operating weight of 3360 pounds. The W-12 has an upholstered seat for driver comfort and uses an oil-washed wire filter for its air cleaner.
ManufacturerMcCormick-DeeringPower15.28 hp(11.4 kW)ClassUnder 25 HP tractors →Engine4-cylinderTransmissionGear
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Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 15hp
- Operating weight
- 3,360 lb
- Transmission
- Gear
Category comparison
W-12 (Kerosene) compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
15.28 hp · 3rd
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The W-12 (Kerosene) ranks at the 3rd percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the McCormick-Deering W-12 (Kerosene)
The McCormick-Deering W-12 is a utility tractor that runs on kerosene. It has a 2-wheel drive system and uses manual steering. This tractor is built for standard farm work and has a simple gear transmission with 3 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. The W-12 is powered by a 4-cylinder International Harvester engine. This engine has a below-average displacement of 113.1 cubic inches and produces 15.28 horsepower at 1700 rpm. The tractor has steel wheels with lugs instead of rubber tires, which was common for its time. It measures 103 inches long, 50.5 inches wide, and 55 inches tall, with an operating weight of 3360 pounds. The W-12 has an upholstered seat for driver comfort and uses an oil-washed wire filter for its air cleaner.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | McCormick-Deering |
|---|---|
| Model | W-12 (Kerosene) |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Operating weight | 3,360lb(1,524 kg) |
Engine
| Make | International Harvester |
|---|---|
| Power | 15.28hp(11.39 kW) |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 113.1ci(1.85 L) |
| Bore | 3in(76.2 mm) |
| Stroke | 4in(101.6 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 3 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
Dimensions
| Length | 103in(2,616 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 50.5in(1,283 mm) |
| Height | 55in(1,397 mm) |
| Operating weight | 3,360lb(1,524 kg) |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 3.5gal(13.25 L) |
|---|
Closest alternatives
W-12 (Kerosene) compared with the nearest models by horsepower
The closest utility models to the McCormick-Deering W-12 (Kerosene) by rated horsepower are the Kubota A-15 and the Shibaura 1300. The Kubota A-15 matches it on rated power and weighs 1,930 lb less, carrying 94 lb per horsepower against 220 lb. The Shibaura 1300 matches it on rated power and weighs 1,490 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. Of the 3 models, the W-12 (Kerosene) has the highest weight per horsepower at 220 lb per hp.
| Spec | McCormick-Deering W-12 (Kerosene) | Kubota A-15 | Shibaura 1300 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 15.3 hp11.4 kW | 15.3 hp11.4 kW | 15.3 hp11.4 kW |
| Operating weight | 3,360 lb1,524 kg | 1,433 lb650 kg | 1,873 lb850 kg |
| Weight per hp | 220 lb/hp134 kg/kW | 94 lb/hp57 kg/kW | 122 lb/hp74 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 113.1 ci1.85 L | 54.8 ci0.9 L | 49.1 ci0.8 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| Transmission | Gear | - | Gear shift |
| Drive | 2WD | MFWD | 2WD |
| Years built | - | 1988-1992 | 1979-1982 |
Calculators
Calculators for the W-12 (Kerosene)
PTO power
About 13 to 14 PTO hp
Estimated from the 15.28 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 15.28 hp tractor can run
The calculator sizes mowers, tillers, discs, plows and balers for this tractor.
Ballast
256 lb per PTO hp as listed
The calculator gives the target weight and front/rear split for each job.
Units
15.28 hp is 11.4 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
W-12 (Kerosene) vs. Utility median
McCormick-Deering W-12 (Kerosene) compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 15.3 hp | 55 hp | -72% | 3rd |
| Engine Displacement | 113 ci | 183 ci | -38% | 27th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 3 | 12 | -75% | 3rd |
| Operating Weight | 3,360 lb | 5,303 lb | -37% | 27th |
| Length | 103 in | 137 in | -25% | 10th |
| Width | 50.5 in | 66 in | -23% | 18th |
| Height | 55 in | 94.1 in | -42% | 6th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the utility tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 3,933–5,720 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the engine power output of the McCormick-Deering W-12 (Kerosene)?
Rated engine output for the McCormick-Deering W-12 (Kerosene) is 15.28 hp, delivered by a 4-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 113.1 ci.
What is the operating weight of the McCormick-Deering W-12 (Kerosene)?
The McCormick-Deering W-12 (Kerosene) has an operating weight of about 3,360 lb.
Which transmission does the McCormick-Deering W-12 (Kerosene) use?
The McCormick-Deering W-12 (Kerosene) is equipped with a Gear transmission with 3 forward gears.
How do I maintain a McCormick-Deering W-12 (Kerosene)?
Routine service for the McCormick-Deering W-12 (Kerosene) 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.