1944 Model B

Hi,

Hubie, welcome to the Forum. And X2 on what DiyDave says.

Thanks again!

Thinking a little further about this B, it may be wise to get the serial number - as you know it is to the rear of the gear shift - and compare it to the serial number section of this forum.  That will give you the definite date the unit was made.  If it was made in 1943 or even early 1944 it could well be a "war-time" unit.  That means that there could be some unique parts.  For example, stamped steel had military use  therefore such stamped steel items like a valve cover or an oil pan could be cast iron.  Also, usually these units came through without electric - no starter, generator, or lights and the wiring that went with it.  You can tell by a plug in the starter opening, a small triangle by the front of the battery to make the tool box more fitting, and stud holes on the block for a generator.   Rubber also was needed for the war so many of these tractors came through with steel wheels.  There were also other items such as wider fenders to keep the dust down and higher air cleaner intake pipes to keep away from the dust.
After the war most of the "war-time" items were replaced making the tractor more efficient. Take a good look at the oil pan or the valve cover.  Usually these were not replaced.  
Could be a really special unit.
Again, take good care of my favorite. 
Good Luck!
Bill Long

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Bill,  I found the number now, it's clearer on the original registration document. B 64860 which makes it a 1943 model.  The 4 on the gearbox was not clear.

I recently found and bought what I thought was an Allis Chalmers "B" with a sickle mower and couldn't be more excited. After further inspection the serial number actually starts with the letter C ie. C4526. Am I to assume what I really have is a "C" model?