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Evolution of Tractors 1812 - 2020 | brief history of tractors, Documentary video

Sep 15, 2022

Video: Evolution of Tractors 1812 - 2020 | brief history of tractors, Documentary video

Evolution of Tractors 1812 - 2020 | A brief history of tractors, Documentary videoWhen it comes to history and Evolution of Tractors. Tractors first emerged in the early 19th century when steam engines on wheels were used to help drive mechanical farm machinery using a flexible belt. 1812 —The first portable steam engine used for agricultural purposes was invented by Richard Trevithick in 1812 and it was known as the Barn Engine. The Barn Engine was mainly used to drive a corn threshing machine.