Massey-Harris Model 20


The Massey-Harris Model 20 was a two-plow tractor built by Massey-Harris from 1946-1948. Introduced to commemorate Massey's 100th anniversary in 1947, the 20 was virtually identical to the earlier Model 81, which first appeared in 1941. About 8,000 Model 20s were sold, in row crop or standard models, with the choice of gasoline or kerosene as fuel. The Model 20 was replaced in 1948 by the Model 22.

Pricing

With a base price of around C$1450, about C$500 more than the 81, the 20 was competitive with Ford and Ferguson-Brown models of the period.

Weight

The bare weight without ballast was 3,000 lb .

Engine

The 124 in3 engine inherited from the 81, and the 101 before it, produced 31 hp at the belt, and was manufactured by Continental, like all Massey Harris tractors at the time.

Transmission

The 20 offered four speeds, providing a top speed of 2.5 mph in First and 13.5 mph in Fourth.