Serial #

The serial number should start and end with a star (except for the late 8N's which have diamonds) then either 9 or 8 followed by N - capital letter. It took me a year or more before I figured out my serial number. Part of the problem was that the N was so badly struck that only the right side got into the engine casting. And some of the other numbers were not much better. I had to look for the minor differences such as the 3 having a sharp corner at the upper right side.

To help you need to look at the casting date on the block. It will be raised letter and numbers ( two or three) that are cast in. Also if it is an 8N (except for the very first ones) there will also be 8N, 8N-B or 8N-C near the casting date. These cast in letters/numbers are by the starter buldge.

You should also check out the link below for more information to help you identify your tractor.

Good luck and congratulations on gaining the tractor.
Larry

• John Smith's Identification page

If it's an N-series tractors look for your serial number here.

The number you've given is not a valid number. 9N/2N models begin with a "9N" in the serial number. An 8N model begins with "8N".

Tyman