Big 4 Tractor
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BIG 4 SPECS Cost in 1912: $2,850 Cash FOB Factory $3,000 Financed FOB Factory $4000 - $4,500 Delivered The tractor was delivered to Piute Springs near Monticello. Model: 30 Weight: 18,000 lbs. Piston Diameter: 6 1/2 inch (6inch on 25 hp) Engine RPM: 650 Pulley RPM:473 Belt Pulley Diameter: 24 Inch Top Speed: 3 MPH High - 2 MPH Slow Fuel Tank Capacity: 51 Gallons (37 Gallons with smaller option tank) Radiator Water Capacity: 81 Gallons Towing Capacity: 21,090 lbs. Drawbar Capacity: 2,750 lbs. Per small tow bar, The BIG 4 would plow 1.27 acres in 44 minutes. The tractor would use 4.79 gallons of fuel and 0.82 gallons of water.Â
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The mechanized revolution that forever changed farming in America began in the 1850s with the development of new and exciting machines that made the back-breaking work of farming easier. The BIG 4 is an important piece of this area's farming history. It was the goal of the Monticello Community Foundation and a group of dedicated tractor enthusiasts to restore and maintain the Big 4 and they did. The foundation also raised funds to build a suitable home for the tractor and other antique farm equipment, which is located next to the Frontier Museum. It is showcased all year long and is still operational today. Once a year the tractor can be seen in use for the 24th of July parade.