Samson M
The Samson M is a tractor produced by Samson. It is equipped with a 276 ci 4.5 L engine. Transmission: 2 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 3,300 lbs 1496 kg.
Fuel & Capacities
2.3 gal/hour
8.7 l/hour
Transmission
2 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
3,300 lbs
1496 kg
Overview
 | 1918 - 1922
Standard-tread tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Samson |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Built in Janesville, Wisconsin, USA | |
Original price was $650 in 1918 | |
The Samson M was designed to compete with the Fordson. At $650, it was the only direct competition to the Fordson at the time. | |
Samson M Engine | |
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Northway 4.5L 4-cyl all fuel | |
Engine details ...  |
Samson M Transmission | |
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2-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Samson M Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 11 hp
8.2 kW |
Belt (claimed) | 19 hp
14.2 kW |
Plows | 2 (14-inch) |
Drawbar (tested) | 11.60 hp
8.7 kW |
Belt (tested) | 17.20 hp
12.8 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Steering | manual |
Open operator station. | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 3,300 lbs
1496 kg |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Belt Pulley | |
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Diameter | 18 inches
45 cm |
Width | 6 inches
15 cm |
RPM | 375 |
References | |
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Instructions for Operation and Care of Samson Model M Tractor published in 1918 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 276 ci / 4.5 L
Manufacturer | Northway |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
all fuel | |
Displacement | 276 ci
4.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.00x5.50 inches
102 x 140 mm |
Rated RPM | 1100 |
Transmission
Transmission — 2 forward and 1 reverse
Gears | 2 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Samson M Tires |
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Dimensions | |
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Weight | 3,300 lbs
1496 kg |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 27 | |
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Kerosene 2-speed 2WD
June 19 - 30, 1920
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 27 file | |
Belt power (max) | 17.20 hp
12.8 kW |
Belt fuel use (max) | 2.3 gal/hour
8.7 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 11.60 hp
8.7 kW |
Gear 2 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 1,950 lbs
884 kg |
Gear 1 used for pull test. | |
Photos
1919 Samson M, left side.
1920 Samson M, left side.
Two Samson model M tractors, front view.
Samson M, right side.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Samson M.
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
Samson M Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Samson M.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
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