The Ford model T has an extensive history in the automotive market lasting for nearly 20 years. It is often called the "TIN LIZZIE" and the "FLIVVER" and is credited to putting America on wheels. There were 200 automobile manufacturers during the early 1900's. The average production figures for the factory were a couple hundred vehicals a year. This ofcourse varied greatlt due to the complexity and prestige of the vehical being produced. Henry ford the founder of Ford Motor Company, produced a vehical that was affordable, but more importantly mass produced.
The model T was a designed by Henry Ford, Childe Harold wills, Joseph A. Gamalb and Eugene Farkas. A 177 cubic inch four cylinder motor was placed in front and powered the rear wheels. The 20 horse pwer engine was capable of carrying the vehical to a top speed of 45mph. There were three main bearings and side valves. A ten gallon fuel tank could be found beneath the front seat, mounted to the frame. The engine started by a hand crank in front of the vehicle. The crank was very difficult to opreate and has been the cause of many broken arms.
The model T mobilized a nation, not only the United States, but many other countries. With dealerships and factories setup through out the world, the model T was mass produced and easily avaliable to many buyers. Often the factories were established in other countries to get around an import tax, thus keeping the cost low. The innovative model T served its purpose. It was inexpensive and reliable, many lasting even to this day.
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