Snow Tractor

NC Mike · Mar 11, 2009

Had this link sent to me today. Thought every one would enjoy it. I've never seen a set up like this before.
http://forum.treasurenet.com/index.php/topic,213971.0/topicseen.html
Snow Tractor

Mike Farmer · Mar 11, 2009

This has recently been under considerable discussion on the Fordson Forum MTF

DickelDawg · Mar 11, 2009

Enjoyed the video clips. Never seen anything like it before either.

Rumplestiltskin · Mar 11, 2009

That's remarkable, Mike. Thanks for sharing it.

A few comments:

- It looks like the self-cleaning (clog-free) tread design was a huge factor.

- I wonder what happened to the bloopers where they actually managed to get it stuck.

- It looks like I'm underdressing when I drive my 300 Utility. I wonder if the guy had spats on, too. ;-)

Mark W. in MI

Wardner · Mar 11, 2009

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There was a thread on YT's Tractor Talk about a month ago that brought that video to light. I did a little research and found there were at least three different mfgs that made the screw drive at about the same time in the '20s. Later during WW2, the Army even tested a light arctic tank. Currently, more modern units are being used by the oil companies for winter and summer travel across tundra. They are very eco friendly even without a snow cover.

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