The GM plant just north of me in Janesville WI is closing on Dec. 23,08. They starting building the Samson model "M" tractor on May 1, 1919. Production worked up to 150 tractors per day.
The Model M cost $445 and used a four-cylinder Northway engine with a disc-type clutch. Moving parts were enclosed and self-oiling, making them low maintenance. The Model M was advertised to be so simple that the toolbox only contained three wrenches.
A smaller Model D tractor, called the Iron Horse, was built to drive with reins, similar to a team of horses. This allowed the farmer to seat himself on the tractor, on the seat of an attached implement, or even walk alongside the machinery. The Iron Horse was advertised as a price deal compared to horses, which needed food, housing, veterinary visits,etc.
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