Samson M

The Samson M is a tractor produced by Samson. It is equipped with a 276 ci 4.5 L engine. The rated power output is 17.20 hp 12.8 kW. Transmission: 2 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 3,300 lbs 1496 kg.

Overview

	1918 - 1922 Standard-tread tractor
1918 - 1922
Standard-tread tractor

Production
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
Northway 4.5L 4-cyl all fuel
Engine details ...

Samson M Transmission
2-speed
Transmission details ...

Samson M Power
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
Two-wheel drive
Steering	manual
Open operator station.

Dimensions & Tires
Weight	3,300 lbs 1496 kg
Full dimensions and tires ...

Belt Pulley
Diameter	18 inches 45 cm
Width	6 inches 15 cm
RPM	375

References
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

Dimensions

Samson M Tires

Dimensions
Weight	3,300 lbs 1496 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 27
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.