Case 110 Steam Tractor: A Sustainable Farming Legacy?
A Giant in the Fields Imagine a behemoth rumbling across the fields: the Case 110 steam tractor. Weighing 42,500 pounds fully loaded – the equivalent of over 20 elephants! – this machine epitomized the early 20th-century agricultural revolution. Its immense power, boasting a staggering 3000 ft-lbs of torque, redefined farming capabilities. But was this technological marvel truly sustainable? This article explores its impact, examining its efficiency, environmental footprint, and lasting legacy in the context of modern sustainable agriculture....