Production years
1954
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Farmall Super M-TA Tractor
The Farmall Super M-TA is a 1954 row-crop tractor distinguished by its Torque Amplifier transmission and independent 540-rpm PTO. It uses a 264-cubic-inch four-cylinder gasoline or LP-gas engine and is a landmark model for collectors and traditional farm use.
Engine
International Harvester C264, 264 cu in (4.3 L) four-cylinder
Power
No PTO or drawbar rating is listed by TractorData for the Super M-TA
Weight, approximate
5,445-5,603 lb
Farmall Super M-TA specifications
| Production years | 1954 |
|---|---|
| Engine | International Harvester C264, 264 cu in (4.3 L) four-cylinder |
| Fuel type | Gasoline or LP gas |
| Power | No PTO or drawbar rating is listed by TractorData for the Super M-TA |
| Transmission | 10 forward and 2 reverse, two-speed power shift with Torque Amplifier |
| PTO | Independent 540 rpm PTO |
| Weight, approximate | 5,445-5,603 lb |
| Hitch | IH Fast Hitch, dealer-installed optional equipment |
What the Super M-TA is used for
The Super M-TA fits antique farming, parades, shows, and moderate work with correctly matched vintage implements. Its independent PTO and Torque Amplifier add useful operating flexibility compared with earlier Farmall M-family tractors.
It is an open-station, two-wheel-drive machine with manual steering, so it is best used where its period design and operating characteristics are appropriate. A wide-front version has a longer wheelbase than the tricycle version.
Why the Farmall Super M-TA stands out
The Super M-TA introduced the Torque Amplifier to this Farmall class, yielding 10 forward speeds and two reverse speeds through a two-speed power-shift arrangement. It also has an independent 540-rpm PTO, IH Lift-All hydraulics, and an optional dealer-installed Fast Hitch.
Buying a used Farmall Super M-TA
Inspect the Torque Amplifier closely under load and confirm that the independent PTO engages and disengages correctly. Check for a sound C264 gasoline or LP-gas engine, verify the serial plate on the left side of the clutch housing, and determine whether the Fast Hitch is present because it was dealer-installed optional equipment.
Farmall Super M-TA frequently asked questions
What year was the Farmall Super M-TA built?
The Farmall Super M-TA was built in 1954.
What does TA mean on a Super M-TA?
TA means Torque Amplifier, a two-speed power-shift arrangement that provides 10 forward and two reverse speeds.
Did the Super M-TA have an independent PTO?
Yes. It has an independent 540-rpm rear PTO.
Specifications are commonly cited figures for general reference; exact figures vary by year and serial number, so confirm against TractorData.com and the machine's records. Values and prices of used tractors vary by condition and region. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.