Bates Machine & Tractor Co.

18-25 Steel Mule Model F (1921-1927)

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1921-1927

The Bates Model F, 18-25 emerged in 1921 and remained in production until 1937. Three different four-cylinder engines were used during this time. The first was a Midwest 4 1/8 x 5 1/4 inch model used from 1921 to 1925. Beaver engines with a 4 1/4 x 6-inch bore and stroke were standard from 1926 to 1928, and from 1929 to 1937, the Model F used a LeRoi 4 1/4 x 6-inch motor. Two forward speeds were provided. The operating weight was 4,850 pounds


Tractor Info

Engine: Midwest Valve In Head

Cylinders: 4

Bore & Stroke: 4 1/8 x 5 1/4

RPM: 850

CID:

Fuel:

Main Fuel Tank Cap:

Aux Fuel Tank Cap:

Carburetor: Bennett

Cooling Capacity:

Drawbar HP:

Belt PTO HP:

Weight: 4850 lbs

Tread Length: 58 inches

Tread Width: 10 inches

Height: inches

Number of Gears: 4/2

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