Interstate Tractor Plow Man 15-30 Specs ( 1918-1920 )
Overview
The Interstate Tractor Plow Man 15-30 is a farm tractor manufactured in Waterloo, Iowa, between 1918 and 1920. It is equipped with a 382 ci Buda four-cylinder kerosene engine rated at 30 hp for belt work and 15 hp for drawbar operations. The 4,800-pound machine features a two-speed sliding gear transmission and an open operator station.
Ideal Applications
Engine and Fuel Specifications:
The tractor utilizes a liquid-cooled Buda 6.3L engine with a hand-crank starter, supported by a 17-gallon main fuel tank and a 3-gallon auxiliary tank.
Belt Pulley and Power Ratings:
This model is rated for three 14-inch plows and features a belt pulley with a 14-inch diameter and 8-inch width, operating at 590 RPM with a speed of 2150 ft/min.
Chassis and Drive Configuration:
The unit is built on a 156-inch long chassis with a manual steering system, 60x10 steel rear wheels, and a 2WD sliding gear transmission.
Production
| Description | Built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Interstate Tractor |
Engine
| Aux. fuel | 3 gal (11.4 L) |
|---|---|
| Engine type | Buda 6.3L 4-cyl kerosene |
| Fuel tank | 17 gal (64.3 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.50x6.00 inches (114 x 152 mm) |
| Description | Buda / kerosene / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 382 ci (6.3 L) |
| Fuel system | Bennett carburetor |
| Starter type | hand-crank |
| Belt (claimed) | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 15 hp (11.2 kW) |
| Plows | 3 (14-inch) |
Transmission
| Gears | 2 forward |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | 2-speed sliding gear |
| Type | sliding gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
| Steering | manual |
Dimensions & Tires
| Height | 69 inches (175 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 156 inches (396 cm) |
| Weight | 4800 lbs (2177 kg) |
| Width | 66 inches (167 cm) |
| Rear tire | 60x10 |
| Weight | 4800 lbs (2177 kg) |
| Ag rear | 60x10 steel |
Belt Pulley
| Diameter | 14 inches (35 cm) |
|---|---|
| RPM | 590 |
| Speed | 2150 ft/min (655.32 meters/min) |
| Width | 8 inches (20 cm) |