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Woods & Copeland
Explore 4 farm tractor models. Follow a model into its engine specifications, transmissions, dimensions, historical photographs, and available test records.
About Woods & Copeland
Woods & Copeland originated in Texas with heavy tractors designed for rice-farming conditions. Engineer Jones Copeland and farmer Woods developed the business before Rome Plow acquired it in 1976.
- Beginning
- Texas tractor development before the 1976 acquisition
- Founder / origin
- Jones Copeland and farmer Woods
- Known for
- Heavy agricultural tractors for demanding rice-field work
- Sale / later history
- Purchased by Rome Plow in 1976; manufacturing moved to Georgia
History and legacy
The first successful machine led to additional tractors and a move from Katy to Wharton, Texas. Rome Plow’s acquisition transferred the manufacturing operation to Georgia. The available account identifies the partners and sale year but does not establish a precise founding date or the original farmer partner’s full name.
Sources & further reading
History reviewed 2026-10-20.
Showing 4 of 4 models

600C
↗1974–1976
600 hp
Source index power
MFWD Optional
Drive

450C
↗1974–1976
450 hp
Source index power
MFWD Optional
Drive

320C
↗1974–1976
320 hp
Source index power
MFWD Optional
Drive

301C
↗1971–1976
301 hp
Source index power
MFWD Optional
Drive
Index power values can include estimates derived from belt or PTO power. They are identified on each model card and are not interchangeable with a measured engine rating. Model years and missing values follow the source index.