Overview
The Avery 18-36 is a standard-tread farm tractor produced in Peoria, Illinois, from 1916 to 1922. It is powered by a 9.3L four-cylinder liquid-cooled horizontal engine and features a weight of 9,250 lbs with steel wheels. The mechanical configuration includes a two-speed gear transmission and manual steering.
Ideal Applications
Tested Power Output:
According to Nebraska Tractor Test 58, the engine produced a maximum belt power of 44.50 hp and a maximum drawbar pull of 4,590 lbs.
Engine and Fuel Specifications:
The 570.2 ci engine operates at a rated 800 RPM and is supported by a 27-gallon primary fuel tank and a 6-gallon auxiliary tank.
Chassis and Drivetrain Layout:
The 2WD tractor is equipped with a 3.0-inch diameter rear axle and uses a gear-driven transmission providing two forward speeds and one reverse gear.
Production
| Description | Standard-tread tractor / Built in Peoria, Illinois / Original price was $1,900 in 1916 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Avery |
Engine
| Aux. fuel | 6 gal (22.7 L) |
|---|---|
| Engine type | Avery 9.3L 4-cyl gasoline |
| Fuel tank | 27 gal (102.2 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.50x6.00 inches (140 x 152 mm) |
| Coolant capacity | 132 qts (124.9 L) |
| Description | Avery / gasoline / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled horizontal |
| Displacement | 570.2 ci (9.3 L) |
| Power | 27 hp (20.1 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 800 |
| Belt (claimed) | 36 hp (26.8 kW) |
| Belt (tested) | 44.50 hp (33.2 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 18 hp (13.4 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 27.5 hp (20.5 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 2 forward and 1 reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | 2-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Steering | manual |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ag front | 35x8 steel |
|---|---|
| Ag rear | 65x20 steel |
| Front axle | 2.5 inch diameter (63 mm) |
| Height | 105 inches (266 cm) |
| Length | 152 inches (386 cm) |
| Rear axle | 3.0 inch diameter (76 mm) |
| Weight | 9,250 lbs (4195 kg) |
| Width | 84 inches (213 cm) |
| Front tire | 35x8 |
| Rear tire | 65x20 |
| Weight | 9,250 lbs (4195 kg) |
Nebraska Tractor Test 58
| Belt power (max) | 44.50 hp (33.2 kW) |
|---|---|
| Description | Kerosene 2-speed 2WDAugust 25 - September 9, 1920Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 58 file / Drawbar performance |
| Max power | 27.5 hp (20.5 kW) |
| Max pull | 4,590 lbs (2082 kg) |