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What was the relationship between Ford and Balmar?

Ultradog MN

Ultradog MN

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Ken and I went to look at a tractor today.
In the lot was this loader.
I had seen a Balmar TLB before but never one of these.
I didn't look it over real close as it was only about 10 degrees with about 20 mph winds.
I snapped a couple of pics with the cell phone though.
It looks like it would be fun to own though I have no use for it.

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Kenny bought this.
About a 74 4400 gasser with a bad SOS.
He's got a 6X4 and rear end to put in it.
So we'll switch it out one of these days.
Engine fired right up which was a good sign in the cold.

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I think Balmar was an abbreviation for Baltimore Maryland. Maybe Ford had a special deal with them to provide the basic tractor then Balmar did the conversion like the County tractors. Tony Jacobs knows about them so hopefully he'll come along soon.
 
If i remember correctly they were marketed thru Ford dealerships.The owners of Balmar were former Ford engineers.

HTH

Vito
 
Here's a link for the brochure.
http://www.yesterdaystractors.com/cgi-bin/viewit.cgi?bd=ford&th=507679

Kirk
 
From what I remember reading here, they were all based on Ford 4-cylinder 4000's. Front wheels are chain driven off the rear axle, similar to a skid steer. Steering is via the brakes. The literature in the link says 'sold and serviced by Ford dealers'. I've only seen one in person.
old post with pics
 
There was a nice article about Balmer a few years ago in the N-News. Not at home right now so I can't recall the exact volume. I think they have a search engine on their web site.
 
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