Ford Tractor Car Conversions: A History of Ingenious Farm Solutions
The early 20th century presented American farmers with a formidable challenge: the need for mechanized agriculture clashed with the high cost of purpose-built tractors. Enter the ingenious—and sometimes chaotic—world of converting Model T Fords into makeshift tractors. This compelling narrative explores the rise, fall, and surprising legacy of these inventive farm solutions. For more information on these unique conversions, check out this Ford Model T Tractor. The Knickerbocker Forma-Tractor and its Counterparts Facing exorbitant tractor prices (often exceeding $1200), resourceful farmers found a cheaper alternative: converting their ubiquitous Model T Fords....