Tractors represented a great leap in productivity that transformed the lives of farmers and the way they managed their farms. Since they were introduced more than a century ago, tractors have inspired enthusiasm and devotion among aficionados always eager for more information on these popular cultural icons. All the greats—John Deere, Caterpillar, Ferguson, Massey, International Harvester, and many more—are covered in this essential reference. Hundreds of nostalgic and specially commissioned color photographs show complete tractors and fascinating details on virtually every tractor built, from the classics of the turn of the 20th century to historical oddities. Here are more than 400 pages of tractor shots and history, along with archival ads, catalog pages, and marketing products that will fascinate tractor buffs.