Samson M
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| Production | |
| Manufacturer | Samson |
| Standard-tread tractor | |
| Built in Janesville, Wisconsin, USA | |
| Original price was $650 in 1918 | |
| The Samson M was designed to compete with the Fordson. At $650, it was the only direct competition to the Fordson at the time. | |
| Samson M Engine | |
| Northway 4.5L 4-cyl all fuel | |
 Engine details ... |
| Samson M Power | |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 11 hp 8.2 kW |
| Belt (claimed) | 19 hp 14.2 kW |
| Plows | 2 (14-inch) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 11.60 hp 8.7 kW |
| Belt (tested) | 17.20 hp 12.8 kW |
 Performance test details ... | |
| Mechanical | |
| Two-wheel drive | |
| Steering | manual |
| Open operator station. | |
| Photos | |
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 Samson M photos... | |
| Dimensions & Tires | |
| Weight | 3,300 lbs 1496 kg |
 Full dimensions and tires ... | |
| Belt Pulley | |
| Diameter | 18 inches 45 cm |
| Width | 6 inches 15 cm |
| RPM | 375 |
| References | |
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| Instructions for Operation and Care of Samson Model M Tractor published in 1918 |
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| Updated on June 1, 2017 |