Vehicle Description
1952 Oliver 66 Row Crop Tractor
NO TITLE-SOLD ON A BILL OF SALE ONLY
In 1855, James Oliver of Mishawaka, Indiana bought 1/4 interest in
a small foundry outside of South Bend. In 1857, he received his
first patent for his chilled plow. This chilled plow had a very
hard outer skin and was able to scour in heavy, sticky soils with
greater wearability. Word of its success spread world-wide,
resulting in an enormous amount of plows being manufactured and
sold. Oliver soon became known as the "Plowmaker for the World." In
the 1920's, Oliver began experimenting with a tractor of their own.
The result was the "Oliver Chilled Plow Tractor." Only one example
of this tractor is known to exist today. Shortly after their
tractor venture, Oliver merged with Hart-Parr, who already was set
up in the tractor business. A new line of tractors was produced
using ideas from the Chilled Plow tractor and Hart-Parr's past
experience.
For consignment for the collector, a "row cropper" known as such
because of its front wheels close together to be able to navigate
rows planted without running over the actual crop! This tractor is
immaculately restored by a Macungie, Pennsylvania restorer and
tractor expert, and has been shown and won many awards. It's all
correct, and just beautifully done, runs great and able to pull a
float in a parade, or do actual farm work. All complete, all
functional, let's get plowed!
Exterior
All straight steel construction bathed in green with yellow
accenting, and red lettering and wheels. Speaking of the wheels we
have 38-inch wheels on the back and the close knit 15-inch front
wheels. Spacing of said wheels can easily be changed depending on
your crop width. This tractor is sporting some aerodynamic design
with all rounded steel panels and all covered engine, and even
exhaust ports. The front is beautifully curved and highlighted in
yellow with some red lettering and badging. On back is a large
hitch setup, and a full metal perch seat.
Drivetrain
A working 129ci Inline 4-cylinder putts along as it is fed by a
Marvel Schebler 1-barrel carburetor. It is equipped with a 6-speed
forward transmission, and a two-speed reverse transmission. It has
electric start and stops with contracting band rear brakes. This
all metal construction will last for many years to come.
All working condition, it will just need a bit of coaxing to get
'er going. A fine example of the Oliver 66 Row Cropper Tractor. Can
you dig that?
NO TITLE-SOLD ON A BILL OF SALE ONLY
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.
