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Farmall Super MD

Production years: 1952–1954

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Engine horsepower
52 HP
PTO: 47.5 HP
Displacement
4.3 L
4-cylinder engine
Drive and chassis
2WD
Gear (10F/2R)
Operating weight
N/A
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Specific Output
12.1 HP/L
Aspiration: Unknown
Traction Ratio
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Agile transport & crop care
PTO Efficiency
91%
47.5 PTO HP rated
Hydraulic Flow
Standard
Auxiliary implement ports

Engine and power specifications

Engine model
International Harvester
Fuel type
Diesel
Rated horsepower
52 hp
Rated PTO Power
47.5 hp (Farmall specification)
Drawbar Power @ Rated Engine Speed
39.52 hp (Nebraska OECD Test 2218)
Cylinders
4
Displacement
4.3 L (264 ci)
Bore / stroke
4.00x5.25 inches 102 x 133 mm
Rated RPM
1450 RPM
Crankcase oil capacity
N/A
Coolant capacity
28 qts (~26.5 L)

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Transmission and chassis specifications

Transmission type
Gear (10F/2R)
Gears (forward / reverse)
10 forward / 2 reverse
Drive system
2WD
Wheelbase
95.75 in
Front tire
6.00x16
Rear tire
13.00x38
Hydraulic flow
N/A
Rear hitch
N/A
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Overloaded / Wheel Slip Alert(160%)
CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • Wide-Span Field Cultivator
SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 4"SPEED: 7 MPH160% LOAD
SOIL SURFACE (0.0")SUB-SURFACE PLOW PAN (~14")52 HP◄ 3,129 LBS DRAFT4" DEPTH
DRAWBAR DEMAND: 58.4 HPWIDTH / SIZE: 18 ft Width
ASABE D497.7 Tillage Specific Resistance Formula
Implement Size (ft Width)18 ft Width
18 ft WidthDefault: 4270 ft Width
Tillage / Seeding Depth4 inches (10 cm)
2"Target: 4"6"
Target Operating Field Speed7.0 mph (11.3 km/h)
5 mphRated: 7 mph9 mph
Engine Power Demand vs Rated Output83.4 HP / 52 HP Rated
0%55% (Min Load)60-85% (Sweet Spot)100% (Cap)
Draft Force
3,129 lbs
Drawbar Power
58.4 HP
Target Slip
8% - 12%
Axle Ballast Balance (2WD Standard Utility )Calibrated for Wide-Span Field Cultivator (100 lbs/HP standard)
Target: 5,200 lbs
Front Axle: 28%Rear Axle: 72%
660 kg (1,456 lbs)1,698 kg (3,744 lbs)
Ballast Adjustment vs Base:+260 lbs (118 kg)
Hourly Diesel Burn
2.4 gal/h
9.1 L/hr (est. $9/h)
Hydraulic Fan Status
Standard Draw
No fan req

Engine demand (83.4 HP) exceeds rated power (52 HP). Reduce working speed by 1.0-1.5 mph or reduce working width.

Catalog archival serial-number ranges

3 production years
Production yearStarting serial #Ending serial #Assembly plant
1952#501#12,515Factory not specified
1953#12,516#51,994Factory not specified
1954#51,995End of runFactory not specified

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Operating Meter Hours3,200 hrs
Mechanical & Physical Condition
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Estimated Fair Market Value
$2,345
Basis: 52 HP • 74 yrs old
Auction / Wholesale
$1,923 – $2,157
Dealer Retail Asking
$2,462 – $2,767
3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay
Year 2027
$2,228
Year 2028
$2,116
Year 2029
$2,011

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Farmall

USA • 74 Models

Farmall is a well-known brand in the agricultural machinery and lawn equipment sector, with a history dating back to 1924. It is recognized for its iconic red tractors and a range of farming equipment that has been pivotal in the evolution of modern agriculture. The brand was initially developed by International Harvester, which was a major player in the agricultural machinery industry. Farmall tractors were particularly famous for their versatility and reliability, making them a popular choice among farmers for several decades. The brand's product line included a variety of tractors, as well as other farming implements and machinery designed to improve agricultural productivity. Over the years, Farmall's parent company underwent several changes, and the brand eventually became part of Case IH, a leading manufacturer in the agricultural equipment industry. Despite these changes, Farmall has maintained its reputation for quality and innovation. Today, the brand continues to be associated with durable and efficient farming equipment, serving both small-scale and large-scale agricultural operations. Its legacy is a testament to its enduring impact on the agricultural sector.

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