Gibson
Gibson H
The Gibson H is a row-crop tractor produced from 1948 to 1952 by Gibson in Longmont, Colorado, USA. It features a Hercules IXB3 2.2L 4-cylinder gasoline engine, a 4-speed gear transmission, and two-wheel drive with manual steering. The tractor has a live rear PTO with a 540 RPM type. It was available in three front-end variants: tricycle front (H), adjustable wide front (HFA), and standard front (HFS). The tractor weighs between 3650 and 4079 pounds and has a wheelbase of 86 inches. It is capable of pulling 2 plows and delivers tested drawbar power of 22.77 hp and belt power of 24.54 hp.
Power27 hp[B]
Founded1948 - 1952
ModelH
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Gibson H
Power
| Plows | 2 |
|---|---|
| Belt (tested) | 24.54 hp (18.3 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 22.77 hp (17.0 kW) |
Engine
| Type | gasoline, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
|---|---|
| Model | Hercules IXB3 |
| Fuel tank | 17 gal (64.3 L) |
| Rated RPM | 1800 |
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.25x4.00 inches (83 x 102 mm) |
| Displacement | 133 ci (2.2 L) |
| Starter volts | 6 |
| Coolant capacity | 14 qts (13.2 L) |
| Compression ratio | 6.24:1 |
Variants
| H | tricycle front |
|---|---|
| HFA | adjustable wide front |
| HFS | standard front |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Mechanical band brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Final drives | bull gear |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
|---|---|
| Built in | Longmont, Colorado, USA |
| Manufacturer | Gibson |
| Years produced | 1948 - 1952 |
Belt Pulley
| RPM | 1487 |
|---|---|
| Speed | 3539 ft/min (1078.69 meters/min) |
| Width | 7.5 inches (19 cm) |
| Diameter | 9.2 inches (23 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
| Clutch | 254mm dry disc |
Dimensions & Tires
| Height | 67 inches (170 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 127.25 inches (323 cm) |
| Weight | 3650 to 4079 pounds |
| Rear tire | 10-38, 11-38, 12-38 |
| Wheelbase | 86 inches (218 cm) |
| Front tire | 5.00-15 |
| Rear tread | 47 to 85 inches (119 to 215 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 3650 lbs (1655 kg) |
| Ballasted weight | 5816 lbs (2638 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 25 inches (63 cm) |
| Operating weight | 4079 lbs (1850 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | live |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |