The Heider B tractor is powered by a Waukesha kerosene engine that provides of horsepower and torque. It has a 4x2 2WD drive configuration and a friction drive transmission.

Engine

The engine is not specified in the data provided. However, based on the model type, the Heider B tractor is known to have a Waukesha/kerosene/liquid-cooled engine with a bore/stroke of 4.25x6.75 inches/108 x 171 mm. The engine is rated at 800 RPM and has a coolant capacity of 40 qts/37.9 L. It is a reliable engine that provides sufficient power for the tractor's operations.


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Transmission

The transmission of the Heider B tractor is a 7-speed friction drive with an infinitely-variable transmission. The speed is selected by sliding the entire engine, which changes the contact point between the flywheel and the driving discs. Although any speed is possible, there are seven notches for the lever, effectively giving seven speeds. The drawbar_(claimed) is 10 hp/7.5 kW, and the belt_(claimed) is 20 hp/14.9 kW. The tractor can plow up to 4 plows at a time.

Brakes

The brakes of the Heider B tractor are not specified in the data provided. However, based on the model type, the tractor is known to have Waukesha/kerosene/liquid-cooled brakes. The brakes have a bore/stroke of 4.25x6.75 inches/108 x 171 mm. The tractor's rated RPM is 800, and the coolant capacity is 40 qts/37.9 L. The brakes are reliable and provide sufficient stopping power for the tractor's operations.



Steering

The steering of the Heider B tractor is manual and uses a Waukesha kerosene system. The fuel tank has a capacity of 26 gal/98.4 L. The steering is responsive and provides good control over the tractor's movements. It is easy to operate and requires minimal effort from the operator.


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Common Problems

The Heider B tractor has a 4x2 2WD chassis and a four-post canopy cab. The steering is manual, and the transmission is a 7-speed friction drive. Some common problems reported by users include issues with the transmission slipping or not engaging properly. Other users have reported issues with the brakes not providing sufficient stopping power. Some users have also reported issues with the engine overheating or not starting properly.

What Users Like

Users appreciate the Heider B tractor's reliable engine and responsive steering. They also like the tractor's ability to plow up to 4 plows at a time. The friction drive transmission is also a popular feature among users, as it provides an infinitely-variable transmission with seven speeds. The tractor's fuel tank capacity of 26 gal/98.4 L is also appreciated by users, as it allows for longer periods of operation without refueling.

Heider B Technical Specifications

Power

Drawbar (claimed)10 hp/7.5 kW
Belt (claimed)20 hp/14.9 kW
Plows4

Engine Detail

DescriptionWaukesha/kerosene/liquid-cooled
Bore/stroke4.25x6.75 inches/108 x 171 mm
Rated Rpm800
Coolant Capacity40 qts/37.9 L

Engine

DescriptionWaukesha kerosene
Fuel Tank26 gal/98.4 L

Transmission

TransmissionHeider
Typefriction drive
Gears7 forward and reverse
DescriptionThe Heider friction drive transmission was an infinitely-variable transmission. Speed was selected by sliding the entire engine, which changed the contact point between the flywheel and the driving discs. Although any speed was possible, there were seven notches for the lever, effectively giving seven speeds.

Mechanical

Chassis4x2 2WD
Steeringmanual
CabFour-post canopy.
Transmission7-speed friction drive

Dimensions

Length144 inches/365 cm
Width74 inches/187 cm
Height96 inches/243 cm
Weight5,800 lbs/2630 kg

Dimensions And Tires

Weight5,800 lbs/2630 kg

Belt Pulley

Diameter14 inches/35 cm
Width7 inches/17 cm

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