Overview
The Custom Model 98 is a versatile farm tractor produced in Hustisford, Wisconsin, featuring a powerful 62 hp Chrysler 4.1L 6-cylinder gasoline engine. Available in both tricycle and wide front variants, this machine is designed for efficiency with a 5-speed gear transmission and a 540 RPM rear PTO.
Ideal Applications
Field Plowing:
With a power rating of 62 hp and 167 lb-ft of torque at 1200 RPM, this tractor is capable of handling 3 to 4 fourteen-inch plows.
Row-Crop Operations:
The 98R variant offers a tricycle front and adjustable rear tread widths ranging from 56 to 84 inches, making it suitable for navigating various row spacings.
Stationary Power Work:
The integrated 11-inch diameter belt pulley provides a speed of 2911 ft/min at 1011 RPM, allowing the tractor to power a variety of belt-driven farm machinery.
Production
| Description | Row-Crop tractor / Built in Hustisford, Wisconsin, USA |
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| Manufacturer | Custom |
Engine
| Engine type | Chrysler 4.1L 6-cyl gasoline |
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| Bore/Stroke | 3.4375x4.50 inches (87 x 114 mm) |
| Compression | 6.6:1 |
| Description | Chrysler 8A / gasoline / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 250.6 ci (4.1 L) |
| Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Power | 62 hp (46.2 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 1800 |
| Torque | 167 lb-ft (226.5 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1200 |
| Plows | 3-4 (14-inch) |
Transmission
| Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
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| Transmission type | 5-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
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| Description | Manual steering |
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
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Dimensions & Tires
| 98R Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-16. Rear: 12-38 |
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| 98W Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6-16. Rear: 14-30 |
| 98R Front tread | 8 to 14 inches (20 to 35 cm) |
| 98R Ground clearance | 25 inches (63 cm) |
| 98R Height | 80 inches (203 cm) |
| 98R Length | 139.1 inches (353 cm) |
| 98R Rear tread | 56 to 84 inches (142 to 213 cm) |
| 98R Wheelbase | 93.75 inches (238 cm) |
| 98W Front tread | 55.5 to 61.5 inches (140 to 156 cm) |
| 98W Ground clearance | 17 inches (43 cm) |
| 98W Height | 78 inches (198 cm) |
| 98W Length | 137.1 inches (348 cm) |
| 98W Rear tread | 66.5 to 78.5 inches (168 to 199 cm) |
| 98W Shipping weight | 4436 lbs (2012 kg) / 4696 lbs (2130 kg) |
| 98W Wheelbase | 93.625 inches (237 cm) |
| 98R Wheelbase | 93.75 inches (238 cm) |
| 98W Rear tire | 14-30 |
| 98W Wheelbase | 93.625 inches (237 cm) |
| Front tire | 6-16 |
| Weight | 4436 to 4696 pounds |
Belt Pulley
| Diameter | 11 inches (27 cm) |
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| RPM | 1011 |
| Speed | 2911 ft/min (887.27 meters/min) |
| Width | 7.5 inches (19 cm) |
References
| Description | Orphan Tractors by Bill Vossler |
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Speeds
| Description | With 14-30 rear tires. |
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Variants
| 98R | tricycle front |
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| 98W | wide front |