Heider B
The Heider B is a tractor produced by Heider. Transmission: Heider. Operating weight: 5,800 lbs 2630 kg.
Fuel & Capacities
26 gal
98.4 L
Transmission
Heider
Operating Weight
5,800 lbs
2630 kg
Overview
![]() | 1911 - 1914
Standard-tread tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Heider |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Built in Carroll, Iowa, USA | |
Heider B Engine | |
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Waukesha kerosene | |
Fuel tank | 26 gal
98.4 L |
Engine details ... | |
Heider B Transmission | |
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7-speed friction drive | |
Transmission details ... |
Heider B Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 10 hp
7.5 kW |
Belt (claimed) | 20 hp
14.9 kW |
Plows | 4 |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Four-post canopy. | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 5,800 lbs
2630 kg |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Links | |
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Heider B: information at RIPC site |
Belt Pulley | |
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Diameter | 14 inches
35 cm |
Width | 7 inches
17 cm |
Engine
Engine Detail — Kerosene
Manufacturer | Waukesha |
Fuel Type | Kerosene |
Configuration | liquid-cooled |
Bore/Stroke | 4.25x6.75 inches
108 x 171 mm |
Rated RPM | 800 |
Coolant capacity | 40 qts
37.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Heider
Transmission | Heider |
Type | friction drive |
Gears | 7 forward and reverse |
The Heider friction drive transmission was an infinitely-variable transmission. Speed was selected by sliding the entire engine, which changed the contact point between the flywheel and the driving discs. Although any speed was possible, there were seven notches for the lever, effectively giving seven speeds. | |
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Dimensions
Heider B Tires |
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Dimensions | |
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Length | 144 inches
365 cm |
Width | 74 inches
187 cm |
Height | 96 inches
243 cm |
Weight | 5,800 lbs
2630 kg |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Heider B.
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
Heider B Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Heider B.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
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