AMF lawn tractors

During the 1960s and 70s, the sprawling American industrial giant, American Machine and Foundry (AMF), ventured into the realm of lawn and garden tractors. In 1963, AMF broadened its holdings by acquiring Western Tool, an Iowa-based manufacturer specializing in outdoor equipment. Western Tool possessed the capability to produce machinery both on a contractual basis and under its established Homko brand name. By 1976, AMF ceased marketing tractors directly under its own banner. Subsequently, in 1982, the tractor division was transferred to a local management team and rebranded as Western International. A further sale occurred in 1986, ultimately leading to the closure of the Des Moines manufacturing plant in 1988.