Nichols-Shepard 20-42
The Nichols-Shepard 20-42 is a tractor produced by Nichols Shepard. It is equipped with a 1005 ci 16.5 L engine. Transmission: 2 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 13500 lbs 6123 kg.
Fuel & Capacities
23 gal
87.1 L
Transmission
2 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
13500 lbs
6123 kg
Overview
 | 1918 - 1925
Standard-tread tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Nichols-Shepard |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Built in Battle Creek, Michigan, USA | |
The Nichols & Shepard 20-42 was originally named the 18-36. By 1919 it had been renamed to reflect the higher power level. | |
Nichols-Shepard 20-42 Engine | |
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Nichols & Shepard 16.5L 2-cyl kerosene | |
Fuel tank | 23 gal
87.1 L |
Aux. fuel | 6 gal
22.7 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Nichols-Shepard 20-42 Transmission | |
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2-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Nichols-Shepard 20-42 Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 42 hp
31.3 kW |
Belt (claimed) | 20 hp
14.9 kW |
Plows | 5 (14-inch) |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Final drives | bull gear |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 13500 lbs
6123 kg |
Front tire | 38x8 |
Rear tire | 64x20 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Belt Pulley | |
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Diameter | 22 inches
55 cm |
Width | 8 inches
20 cm |
RPM | 500 |
References | |
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Threshing Machinery Makes Good published in 1918, by Nichols-Shepard | |
Threshing Machinery published in 1921, by Nichols-Shepard | |
Red River Special Line published in 1922, by Nichols-Shepard | |
Threshing Machinery Exclusively. published in 1924, by Nichols-Shepard | |
Oil-Gas Tractors published by Nichols-Shepard |
Engine
Engine Detail — 1005 ci / 16.5 L Kerosene
Manufacturer | Nichols & Shepard |
Fuel Type | Kerosene |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 1005 ci
16.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 8.00x10.00 inches
203 x 254 mm |
Transmission
Transmission — 2 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 2 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | dry drum |
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Dimensions
Nichols-Shepard 20-42 Tires | |
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Ag front | 38x8 steel |
Ag rear | 64x20 steel |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 185 inches
469 cm |
Width | 90 inches
228 cm |
Height | 110 inches
279 cm |
Weight | 13500 lbs
6123 kg |
Rear axle | 4 inch diameter
101 mm |
Photos
Nichols-Shepard 20-42 tractor photo
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Nichols Shepard Nichols-Shepard 20-42.
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
Nichols Shepard Nichols-Shepard 20-42 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Nichols Shepard Nichols-Shepard 20-42.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
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