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    Waterloo Boy R

    Waterloo Boy R tractor photo
    1914 - 1917
    Farm/Agricultural tractor
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    There are thirteen recorded variations of the Waterloo Boy model R (not including the California Specials) designated by a letter suffix, from RA to RM. Round-spoke rear wheels were replaced with flat-spoke on the RG, serial number 1511. The fuel tank changed from vertical to horizontal at serial number 4089 (RJ).
     

    Production:

    Manufacturer:Waterloo Boy
    Factory:Waterloo, Iowa, USA
    Total built:9,310
    Original price (USD):$850 (1917)
     

    Variants:

    California Special:single front wheel
     

    Waterloo Boy R Engines:

       Waterloo Gasoline Engine Company 5.4L 2-cyl kerosene
       Waterloo Gasoline Engine Company 6.5L 2-cyl kerosene
       Waterloo Gasoline Engine Company 7.6L 2-cyl kerosene
    full engine details ...
     

    Capacity:

    Fuel:20 gal [75.7 L]
    Aux. fuel:1 gal [3.8 L]
     

    Dimensions & Tires:

    Weight:6,200 lbs [2812 kg]
    Front tire:28
    Rear tire:52
    full dimensions and tires ...
     

    R Serial Numbers:

    Location:Right side of engine, near starting crank
    photo of R serial number

    1914: 1026
    1915: 1401
    1916: 3556
    1917: 6982
    Final: 11020

    how to read serial numbers...
     

    Waterloo Boy R Power:

    Drawbar (claimed):12 hp [8.9 kW]
    Belt (claimed):25 hp [18.6 kW]
    Plows:3 (14-inch)
     

    Mechanical:

    Chassis:4x2 2WD
    Steering:manual chain and capstan
    Brakes:manual
    Cab:Open operator station with steel pan seat
     

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