Sears New Economy: all source data

All 28 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.

Overview

Production
DistributorSears
ManufacturerPeru Wheel
(no label)Row-Crop tractor
(no label)Built in Peru, Illinois, USA
(no label)Original price was $550 in 1939
Engine
(no label)Ford 3.3L 4-cyl gasoline
Transmission
(no label)3-speed gear
Power
Plows2
Mechanical
(no label)Two-wheel drive
(no label)Manual steering
(no label)Open operator station.
Dimensions
Wheelbase90 inches | 228 cm

Engine

Engine detail
(no label)Ford
(no label)gasoline
(no label)4-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled inline
(no label)The Sears New Economy Tractor used the engine from a Ford Model A automobile. The tractor was available to order without an engine, so the buyer could install their own.
Displacement201 ci | 3.3 L
Bore/Stroke3.876x4.25 inches | 98 x 108 mm
Air cleaneroil bath
Compression4.11:1
Rated RPM2200
Firing order1-2-4-3
Starter typeelectric

Transmission

Transmission
TransmissionFord
Typegear
Gears3 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Dimensions
Wheelbase90 inches | 228 cm