International Harvester: Illustrated History Books & Guides

Farmall 100 Years

In "Farmall 100 Years", award-winning tractor author and photographer Randy Leffingwell and noted historian Robert N. Pripps present a richly illustrated account of one of the most influential tractor lines in history. From the first Farmall of 1923 to the final models of 1973, the book explains how International Harvester reshaped farming with versatile tractors for small and medium-sized farms.

The narrative is supported by high-quality modern photography and rare historical images, combined with clear analysis of key models, technical progress, and their wider historical setting. The authors also examine early predecessors before 1923, including McCormick-Deering machines and the International Motor Cultivator.
Coverage ranges from the first Farmalls to the famous Letter Series of the 1930s, the Cub introduced in 1947, the Hundred Series of 1954, and later developments. The story continues into the twenty-first century with modern Farmall-branded tractors from Case IH, New Holland, and Steyr.

By 1947, more than one million Farmall tractors had been built, many of which remain in use today. This book stands as a comprehensive tribute to their lasting impact.

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Author:	Randy Leffingwell, Robert N. Pripps
Details:	208 pages, 9.8 x 12.4 x 0.98 in (25 x 31.5 x 2.5 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	extensively illustrated
Language:	English
Publisher:	Motorbooks International (USA, 2022)
ISBN:	9780760374405

Revolutionary Red Tractors

This illustrated book presents the history and development of tractors and harvesting machines from 1830 to the future. It focuses on the key machines produced by Case IH and its heritage brands - International Harvester, Steiger, and J. I. Case.

Aimed at readers aged 8 and up, the book explains how these machines changed farming life over time. Historical and modern photographs, clear diagrams, and informative text show the mechanical design, engineering, and impact of these machines on agriculture.

Part of the "Machine Marvels" series for children aged 8-12, this book combines engaging stories with visual detail. It is suitable for young readers interested in machinery as well as adults wanting to learn more about the people and equipment that help produce the world's food.

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Author:	Lee Klancher, Katie Free
Details:	192 pages, 11 x 8.7 x 0.79 in (28 x 22 x 2 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	extensively illustrated
Language:	English
Publisher:	Octane Press (USA, 2022)
ISBN:	9781642341232

International Harvester Tractors

This book tells the story of International Harvester's development, from its North American origins in the early 1900s to its merger with Case in 1985 and its acquisition by Fiat in 1999. It explores the evolution from early combustion-engine machines to modern tractors.

International Harvester's history is closely linked to the growth of farming. Large tractors like the Titans and Moguls were built for large-scale agriculture, while smaller models served smaller farms. The introduction of the Farmall tractor in 1920 marked a major turning point, revolutionizing tractor design and contributing significantly to the mechanization of agriculture in the United States.

From 1949, some IH tractors were produced in Britain, and the book highlights key European developments, including German designs in the 1980s and 1990s following the merger with Case.
Richly illustrated with color photographs, this book provides a comprehensive overview of both American and European IH tractors.

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Author:	Jonathan Whitlam
Details:	96 pages, 9.25 x -0 x 0.55 in (23.5 x 0 x 1.4 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	200 b&w and color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	Amberley Publishing (GB, 2020)
ISBN:	9781445693866

The International Harvester Company - A History of the Founding Families and Their Machines

Ancient farmers used draft animals for plowing but the heavy work of harvesting fell to the humans, using sickle and scythe. Change came in the mid-19th century when Cyrus Hall McCormick built the mechanical harvester.
Though the McCormicks used their wealth to establish art collections and universities, battle disease, and develop birth control, members of the family faced constant scrutiny and scandal.

This book recounts their story as well as the history of the International Harvester Company (IHC) - a merger of the McCormick and Deering companies and the world's leader in agricultural machinery in the 1900s.

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Author:	Chaim M. Rosenberg
Details:	248 pages, 10 x 6.9 x 0.51 in (25.5 x 17.5 x 1.3 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	127 photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	McFarland & Co Inc (USA, 2019)
ISBN:	9781476677095

Red Tractors 1958-2018: The Authoritative Guide to International Harvester and Case IH Tractors

With interviews of engineers and executives, the book covers how the 40 and 60 series were created, and thoroughly covers the red tractors from the 1960s through the 1980s. The book also traces the innovations and struggles of the final days of International Harvester.
The authors unearthed a treasure trove of concept drawings and photos of prototype machines to shed new light on how these tractors were created. The book includes the exciting story of the creation of the Case-IH Magnum, an innovative machine that blends some of the great engineering done by IH with the Cummins engine built by Case. The modern era of Case IH is also included, with the story of the creation of the Quadtrac as well as the entire line of tractors.

The latest edition of the award-winning history of International Harvester and Case IH tractors this book features an all-new cover and updated content, including data and photos of every model built from 1958 all the way up to 2018, as well as in-depth information on how these tractors were designed and constructed. "Red Tractors 1958-2018" is a complete reprint of "Red Tractors 1958-2013" and then some!

With a mix of new photography of some of the most exceptional collectible models in existence along with hundreds of previously unpublished photographs, this thorough book is the most authoritative guide on red tractors ever published.

Features:
- Design and development history of the tractors, with first-hand accounts from the engineers and other product-development specialists at IH and Case IH
- More than 725 images of IH and Case IH tractors including previously unpublished concept drawings as well as images of prototypes, test mules and more
- Information on North American, British, German, Australian, and French models from the leading experts on red tractors.

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Author:	Lee Klancher
Details:	384 pages, 10.8 x 12 x 1.61 in (27.5 x 30.5 x 4.1 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	725 b&w and color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	Octane Press (USA, 2018)
ISBN:	9781937747879

Red 4WD Tractors 1957 - 2017 : High-Horsepower All-Wheel-Drive Tractors from International Harvester, Steiger, Case and Case IH

The story of the four-wheel-drive tractors built by Steiger, International Harvester, Case, and Case IH is told in dramatic fashion in this authoritative guide. Starting with the development of early four-wheel-drive systems at International Harvester, the book traces the evolution and design of some of the most powerful and capable tractors of the twentieth century.
With fresh detail on the 4300, 4100, Steiger-built IH tractors, and the 2+2 tractors including the Super 70 series, the book offers prototype drawings of several models - including the complete story of the never-before-published Magnum 2+2 - as well as inside stories and backroom drama that is a must for any enthusiast for farm history or tractors.

Pages of the book "Red 4WD Tractors 1957 - 2017 : High-Horsepower All-Wheel-Drive Tractors from International Harvester, Steiger, Case and Case IH"

Learn the complete story of Steiger tractors, which were originally designed and built in the barn of John, Douglass, and Maurice Steiger located near Red Lake Falls, Minnesota. Containing interviews with more than 50 of the people who built Steiger from its humble origin to a world leader, the book traces the evolution of the lime green Steigers in engrossing detail.

The book also covers the J.I. Case 4WD line in great detail. In addition, the book tells the story of how each of these significant players in the industry combined under one banner and - together - created one of the current industry-leading technologies, the Quadtrac. The modern evolution of the Steigers and the introduction of the STX Series (and more) also receive in-depth coverage.

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Author:	Lee Klancher
Details:	384 pages, 10.8 x 12.4 x 1.5 in (27.5 x 31.5 x 3.8 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	many b&w and color photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	Octane Press (USA, 2017)
ISBN:	9781937747718

International TracTracTor Photo Archive

From the 10-20 TracTracTors of 1929 to the mighty TD-Series of the the 1940s, International Harvester challenged Caterpillar and Cletrac for leadership in tractor crawler marketplace.
Here are a full range of IH crawlers in photos from the McCormick-International Harvester Company Collection.

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Author:	P.A. Letourneau
Details:	122 pages, 8.7 x 10.25 x 0.39 in (22 x 26 x 1 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	117 b&w photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	Iconografix (USA, 2014)
ISBN:	9781583883204

The Farmall Dynasty

The developmental history of the tractors built by the dominant agricultural manufacturer of the early 20th Century, International Harvester. The book traces the evolution of the Farmall tractor from the early Titans and Moguls through to modern times.
It includes well-researched accounts of the development of the original Farmall, the Letter Series, 4100, Cub, and other legendary IHC tractors, with first-hand accounts from factory engineers describing the challenges they faced.

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Author:	Lee Klancher
Details:	220 pages, 9.1 x 5.9 x 0.59 in (23 x 15 x 1.5 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	50 b&w photos, illustrations
Language:	English
Publisher:	Octane Press (USA, 2011)
ISBN:	9780982173305

Farmall F-Series: Models F-12, F-14, F-20 & F-30 Photo Archive

Iconografix photo book about the International Farmall F-12, F-14, F-20 and F-30 agricultural tractors. Nice collection of 127 high quality large format archival photos.

Complete with detailed subtitles and a brief overview of the history. The authentic shots make this volume of the "Iconografix Photo Archive" series a rich source of information about International Farmall F-series tractors.

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Author:	P.A. Letourneau
Details:	144 pages, 8.5 x 11.2 x 0.35 in (21.5 x 28.5 x 0.9 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	127 b&w photos
Language:	English
Publisher:	Iconografix (USA, 1993)
ISBN:	9781882256020

McCormick International - L'histoire d'une marque en prospectus

McCormick is the name of a family of American farmers from the Chicago area. If their farm is prosperous, the members of the clan are ingenious and invent innovative and efficient agricultural machines. As savvy entrepreneurs, their machines will revolutionize farms around the world.

The brand has stood the test of time, from the 1930s to today, thus deserving that our passionate authors tell its story, through the brochures that have trained generations of farmers to use cutting-edge machines from each era.

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Author:	Bernard Gibert, Pierre Boullé
Details:	336 pages, 11.4 x 8.25 in (29 x 21 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	many b&w and color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	Editions France Agricole (F, 2013)
ISBN:	9791090213227

Légendaires tracteurs Farmall - Une histoire illustrée

A panorama of the famous Farmall agricultural tractors. Illustrated with more than 500 magnificent color photos, this album covers the F, M, H and W, as well as the Cub, Cub Cadet and many other models.

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Author:	Lee Klancker, Randy Leffingwell
Details:	192 pages, 11 x 8.7 in (28 x 22 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	over 350 color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2010)
ISBN:	9782726889978

Tracteurs Farmall Cub et dérivés 1947-1979

The smallest tractor in the world's largest factories. Launched in 1947, the Farmall Cub remained in production in its original version for 32 years, thus breaking the record for the longest-running McCormick International tractors. Valuable information as well as numerous drawings, sections and diagrams will help you restore your Cub. Appendices will allow you to know the years of manufacture of the different models.

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Author:	Jean Noulin
Details:	142 pages, 11.2 x 8.7 in (28.5 x 22 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	extensively illustrated
Language:	French
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2008)
ISBN:	9782726887721

Tracteurs Farmall, cinquante ans d'histoire

The Farmalls, since their creation, have revolutionized farming methods and made a major contribution to the development of motorized cultivation; no one disputes this now. This book recounts step by step fifty years of history of this breed of tractors produced by International Harvester.

Two hundred and fifty illustrations, photographs, sections and diagrams allow the reader to identify more than thirty different models, to recognize their components and to understand their operation. Appendices also reveal, with precision, the characteristics and settings of the models in production in the fifties.

Here, written for the first time in French, is a captivating story for those nostalgic for these legendary machines and a valuable reference manual for undertaking their restoration.

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Author:	Jean Noulin
Details:	160 pages, 11 x 8.5 in (28 x 21.5 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	100 b&w and 150 color photos
Language:	French
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 1998)
ISBN:	9782726883853

Red Tractors 1958-2018 - Die faszinierende Geschichte der Traktoren von International Harvester und Case IH

This German edition of an award-winning history of International Harvester and Case IH tractors includes data and photos of every model built from 1958 to 2018, as well as detailed information on how these tractors were designed and built.
With interviews of engineers and executives, the book covers the creation of the 40 and 60 Series, as well as the red tractors of the 1960s through the 1980s.
The book also traces the innovations and struggles of International Harvester's final days. The authors discovered a treasure trove of concept drawings and photos of prototype machines to shed new light on how these tractors were made.

The book includes the exciting story of the development of the Case-IH Magnum, an innovative machine that combines IH engineering with the Case-built Cummins engine. The modern era of Case IH is also included, with the story of the development of the Quadtrac as well as the entire tractor range.

With a mix of new photographs of some of the most exceptional collector models and hundreds of previously unpublished photographs, this book is the most definitive guide to red tractors ever published.

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Author:	Lee Klancher
Details:	384 pages, 10.8 x 12.4 x 1.57 in (27.5 x 31.5 x 4 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	650 b&w and color photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Octane Press (USA, 2018)
ISBN:	9781937747886