Since its inception 36 years ago, the Drayton Kinsmen have offered a different collectible toy tractor to interested show-goers and collectors at the annual farm show.
For 2017, organizers have chosen the Farmall 656.
The 1/16 scale tractor has been customized specifically for the show. A three-point hitch, custom decals and hand painting are features on this year’s tractor.
The unit is sold in an official Drayton Farm Show box and can be purchased for $105.
The Farmall 656 was manufactured by International Harvester from 1965 to 1972 and sold for $6,130. The six-cylinder, five-speed transmission, two-wheel drive tractor has a wheel base of 96.3” and weighed from 6,250 to 9,235 pounds. Offered in gasoline, diesel and propane, the 656 delivered 66 PTO horsepower. International Harvester introduced hydrostatic drive to the 656 tractor in 1967, revolutionizing the farm tractor industry.
A piston-type hydraulic pump powered a piston-type hydraulic motor that allowed speed to be controlled by a single lever. Initially only the 656 was available with the optional hydrostatic drive system.
Limited quantities of the Drayton Farm Show collectible toy tractor are available. Anyone interested in ordering one can find an order form at www.draytonkinsmen.ca. Mail a copy of the form along with a cheque payable to the “Kinsmen Club of Drayton” c/o Kalin Mackay, 32 Andrews Dr. Drayton, ON, N0G 1P0.
Orders can be picked up at the Drayton Kinsmen Booth during the show on March 29 and 30.
