Publisher's Synopsis
This convenient, easy-to-use field guide puts a wealth of information right into your hands! You'll find brief histories, model runs, specification details, and eye-catching color photographs of more than 500 models of John Deere tractors, from the two-cylinder series of 1892 to modern multi-cylinder models. The late Don Macmillan is considered one of the world's most respected John Deere historians. Inside, he breaks down John Deere's rich heritage into distinct eras:
- The Pioneering Years, 1892-1924
- The Unstyled Years, 1923-1938
- The Styled Years, 1938-1960
- The Numbered Series, 1952-1960
- The New Generation of Power, 1959-1972
- Generation II, 1972-1987
- The Modern Years, 1982-1991
For fans of old iron, there's no better quick reference that's equally useful at swap meets and in the armchair.