Centaur

The company’s story began in 1921 in Greenwich, Ohio, originally established as the Central Tractor Company. Seven years later, in 1928, it evolved into the Centaur Tractor Company, a name inspired by the 'Centaur' designation already applied to their distinctive 6-10 sulky-style tractor. In 1934, Centaur innovators pursued a patent for their groundbreaking "Klear View" concept. This ingenious design dramatically minimized obstructions in the operator's field of vision, affording an unprecedented view of the terrain directly below the tractor. Capitalizing on this innovation, Centaur commenced production of the KV series tractors in 1935. However, by 1940, the company faced substantial financial challenges, ultimately leading to its acquisition by Le Roi, a long-time provider of engines powering the Centaur tractors.