1916-1930

The Four Drive Tractor appeared about 1916. Known as the Fitch FWD tractor, it was built with few changes until the mid-1930s. A 20-36 model with a larger and heavier frame appeared in 1920. Powered by a Climax four-cylinder engine, the 20-36 had a $3,000 price tag, compared to the $1,000 list price on the 1916 model. The 20-36 weighed 5,100 pounds.

Engine: Climax

Cylinders: 4, vertical, 4 1/2 x 6 inches

RPM: 1,000

Fuel: Kerosene

Carburetor: Kingston

Cooling System: Perfex radiator; circulating system

Weight: 5,900 lbs

Plows Pulled: Three, 14-inch bottoms

Valve Arrangement: Valve in head

Ignition: Dixie high tension magneto

Lubrication: Force feed

Pulley: Face, 8 inches; diameter 14 inches; RPM 710

Transmission: Cotta four-drive special; direct on intermediate

Traction: Two wheels, 42 inches high, 12 inches wide

Turning Circle: 9 feet

Speeds: Miles per hour, 1 1/2 low, 2 1/2 int, 4 on high