Happy Farmer G 12-24

The Happy Farmer G 12-24 is a tractor produced by Happy Farmer. It is equipped with a 395.8 ci 6.5 L engine. Transmission: 1 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 4,670 lbs 2118 kg.

Fuel & Capacities

13 gal 49.2 L

Transmission

1 forward and reverse

Operating Weight

4,670 lbs 2118 kg

Overview

	1917 - 1921

Production
Manufacturer	Happy Farmer (a part of La Crosse Tractor)
Built in La Crosse, Wisconsin, USA
The La Crosse Happy Farmer G could be equipped with a "line drive" system that enabled the tractor to be controlled from an attached wagon or implement, much like a team of horses. Four lines were used, two for steering and two for starting and stopping.

Variants
F	three-wheel
G	four-wheel

Happy Farmer G 12-24 Engine
La Crosse 6.5L 2-cyl kerosene
Fuel tank	13 gal 49.2 L
Aux. fuel	2 gal 7.6 L
Engine details ...

Happy Farmer G 12-24 Transmission
1-speed unsynchronized gear
Transmission details ...

Happy Farmer G 12-24 Power
Drawbar (claimed)	12 hp 8.9 kW
Belt (claimed)	24 hp 17.9 kW
Plows	3 (14-inch)
Drawbar (tested)	17.83 hp 13.3 kW
Belt (tested)	24.94 hp 18.6 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	manual
Open operator station.

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	90 inches 228 cm
Weight	4,670 lbs 2118 kg
Front tire	36x4
Rear tire	56x10
Full dimensions and tires ...

Belt Pulley
Diameter	11 inches 27 cm
Width	7.5 inches 19 cm
RPM	900
Speed	2600 ft/min 792.48 meters/min

Engine

Engine Detail — 395.8 ci / 6.5 L Kerosene

Manufacturer	La Crosse
Fuel Type	Kerosene
Configuration	2-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	395.8 ci 6.5 L
Bore/Stroke	6.00x7.00 inches 152 x 178 mm
Fuel system	Kingston carburetor
Rated RPM	900
Coolant capacity	36 qts 34.1 L

Transmission

Transmission — 1 forward and reverse unsynchronized gear

Type	unsynchronized gear
Gears	1 forward and reverse

Dimensions

Happy Farmer G 12-24 Tires
Ag front	36x4 steel
Ag rear	56x10 steel

Dimensions
Wheelbase	90 inches 228 cm
Length	135 inches 342 cm
Height	62 inches 157 cm
Weight	4,670 lbs 2118 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 29
Kerosene 1-speed 2WD August 2 - 5, 1920 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 29 file
Belt power (max)	24.94 hp 18.6 kW
Drawbar performance
Max power	17.83 hp 13.3 kW
Gear 1 used for power test.
Max pull	2,155 lbs 977 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Photos

Happy Farmer G

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Happy Farmer G 12-24.

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)

Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty

Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)

Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)

Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix

Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze

Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours