Tractor · 1918Unverified
Nichols-Shepard 20-42
Nichols-Shepard 20-42 — Standard-tread tractor · 42 hp. Reference specifications; pending source verification.
Provisional listing — the headline figure is shown; full specifications are auto-generated and pending verification against published sources.
Rated power
42 hp
Weight
6123 kg
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Overview
ManufacturerNichols-ShepardReference
Standard-tread tractorReference
Built in Battle Creek, Michigan, USAReference
The Nichols & Shepard 20-42 was originally named the 18-36. By 1919 it had been renamed to reflect the higher power level.Reference
Two-wheel driveReference
Final drivesbull gearReference
Manual steeringReference
Open operator station.Reference
Engine
Nichols & Shepard 16.5L 2-cyl keroseneReference
Fuel tank87.1 LReference
Aux. fuel22.7 LReference
Drawbar (claimed)31.3 kWReference
Belt (claimed)14.9 kWReference
Plows5 (14-inch)Reference
Nichols & ShepardReference
keroseneReference
2-cylinderReference
liquid-cooledReference
Displacement16.5 LReference
Bore/Stroke203 x 254 mmReference
Transmission
2-speed gearReference
TypegearReference
Gears2 forward and 1 reverseReference
Clutchdry drumReference
Dimensions
Weight6123 kgReference
Front tire38x8Reference
Rear tire64x20Reference
Ag front38x8 steelReference
Ag rear64x20 steelReference
Length469 cmReference
Width228 cmReference
Height279 cmReference
Rear axle101 mmReference
Capacities
Diameter55 cmReference
Width20 cmReference
RPM500Reference
Values normalized to UK metric units. Every figure is traced to at least one source; verified specs are cross-checked against two or more.