International Harvester introduced the Farmall Model H in August of 1939. This row-crop tractor was the replacement for the very durable Farmall F-20. The new Model H featured a strong, 152ci, four-cylinder engine with a new five-speed transmission. This tractor had the power to easily handle a 14 inch two-bottom plow, and was ideally suited for small to medium size farms. It offered adjustable rear wheel tread with the same wheel base as the Model M. This feature allowed many implements to be interchangeable. Options included: Lift-All hydraulic system, PTO, electric starter and lights, belt pulley and rubber tires. The Model H was so popular there was over 390,000 sold before production ended in 1953. You can still find these classic tractors doing chores around the farm today.

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