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Nonage ersten oe Shpleloy aah aoc DISTRIBUTION IN GREAT BRITA ‘yma Don Unto i020 74294600, wrnseynou.cock DISTRIBUTION NORTHERN IRELAND AND "HE REPUBLIC OF ELAN owspad f"358 23886 trot mem cmmtgarvas peepee peaemacinccim elcome! ello, and welcome to the April issue of T&M —a bumper, 140-page edition celebrating the high-horsepower models from the 1980s, When I think back, tractors like the Ford 6610, IH 885XL, John Deere 2140, and MF 675 spring to mind - they were all commonplace in my part of The Fens during that decade. There was the odd TH 955, hanging around from the '70s, and John Deere 3040 in the 90-100hp bracket, but anything over 100hp was scarce, Ido recall a couple of American built Case 90 Series models, which were huge tractors, but about SOhp was the Big tractors of 120hp or more were the stuff of dreams for many back then, and in homage to these high-horsepower behemoths we'se bringing you a larger ‘magazine than normal ~ celebrating some of the rigid-framed big guns from the 1980s, We've chosen our top 10, but would like to know which of these is your favourite. We'll reveal the results in the June issue, and I must confess that I struggled to single out one from the line-up. Each has its good and bad points, and if V'm honest Id be happy to have any of them - but there's something about the Fendt Favorit 615 LS that excites me. It hhas much in common with the IH 145SXL, which has been on my wishclist for some time, but I find the big Fendt captivating and would like the chance to own one. Had a six-cylinder Schliiter made the cut, then things might have been different! People often ask me which tractor I'd like to own if money and space were no object, and although the answer I give often changes, I have said “a Schlkiter” ‘many times! This has caused surprise, «given my affection for IH, but the truth is that there are many manufacturers’ models that I'd like to own, Tractor World, on 11-12 March, reaffirmed this and I must admit that | was a bit likea kid in a sweet shop — it was so difficult to choose a favourite. If you were unable to make it, you missed a cracking show. Peter Love's report, of pages 18-21, will providea flavour, but be sture to add next year's show (24. February) to your diary! Until the next issue, all the best CM Ad Soott Lambert, itor: ted @kelsey cok Loft: Peter Willams’ DB 1212, soon at Tractor World, I the ‘earliest known of several pre-production examples. SUBSCRIBE TODAY Never miss an issue and save money! Turn to page 16 or visit the website hittps://shop-kelsey.co.uk Mainevernage evn 8S eee USD ve esta ot SP eB, gz Tarongactor ‘MACHINERY Tra Contents Volume29 Issue6 1980s POWER FOCUS 23 TRM?S TOP 10 ‘The first feature in our special section sees us present our top 10 high horsepower models from the 19805, Why not vate for your favourite? ‘39 FARMIMG WITH CLASSICS Classic tractors make upa high [proportion of the fleet on the Brown familys East Anglian farm, including some impressive models bul in the USA. 44.7 AUCTION if youre thinking of buying a high- horsepower classic our auction guide will RCRA Ayo.2028 give youn idea of what you might have to pay. 47 EVOLUTION OF POWER The second incarnation of Ford's Series TW cemented the company's status asa producer of top-quality, high-horsepower, rigid-frame tractors. 53 FIRM FAVOURITE Jonathan Whitlam has the story of a John Deere 44ss that continues towork alongside contemporary modes ona farmin Suffolk 40 A LABOUR OF LOVE ‘There aren't many that would take on the challenge of bringing a Roadless DG4- equipped Fordson E27N back to its former glory. Luckily, the West family did just that. ‘18 BEATING THE WEATHER Peter Love reports from the Three Counties. ‘Showground, where the Tractor World show took place on n-12 March. 58 A DIFFERENT TYPE OF TRACTOR ‘The MB-trac story continues, wth the evolution ofthe four-cylinder model. 63 ANEW TRACTOR Kim Park's journey back in time continues and in tis instalment something blue and shiny arrives! weneitgemlins on68 DELVING INTO DX (Our detailed look at Deutz-Fahr’s DX3, DX 4, and DX6 tractors concludes, with Alan Petrie guiding you through the intricacies of these modes. 72 DORSET DEUTZ Joseph Lewis talks toa fencing contractor that usesa Deutz-Fahr DX 370 in his business, 75 IH B-250)275 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Ever wondered how the hydraulic system works on your early Bradford-bult tractor? ‘Andrew Hall provides an explanation 6 NEWS: Wetell you what's happeningin the world of agricultural machinery. 16 SUBSCRIBE Get Tractor & Machinery delivered to your door and save money atthe same time! sweatin 38 INBOX More correspondence from T&M's readers, witha prize awarded to the one welike the 52 REVIEWS Workwear for the Nuffield and Marshall fan! 62 JUNIOR ‘Another high standard of artwork ent in by TMs talented younger readers. 80 NEXT ISSUE Find out what the May issue hasin store. Buy iton May, or subscribe and get it early 97 TRACTOR MART (Qu review of 2022 concludes, and there are hundreds of classified ads for you to thumb 138 LAST WoRD Peter Love's regular take on the world of vintage and cassic vehicle preservation, 83 HYDRAULIC MALFUNCTION ‘A David Brown 950 makes a nuisance of itself, prompting an investigation ‘86 NEW PRODUCTS “Tools and sundries for your tractor and the workshop, including some biodegradable lubricants from the Witham Group. 88 EXPERTS? ADVICE Your tractor and implement-elated {questions are answered by our experts 90 A NEW CHALLENGE \With the narrow MF 135 gone, Ben Philips has another three-cylinder Massey’ totackle ‘94 FORDSON E27N REVISITED The weather throws spanner in the works, adding a minor delay to this long-running project. gz Turns MANE 5News THEN WRITETOTHEEDITOR: ‘ScottLambert, Kelsey Publishing, The Granary, Downs Cour, Yang, Yang, ent EIB GAL ‘tmed@kelsey.couuk Growth for Reesink Reesink Agriculture has made two new appointments to handle the dhision's rapid growth Now, Reasink Agriculture has specific area sales managers fr both the north and south of England to focus on custome sawviee for more than 20 dealers, aswell s o bring more dealers on board, Justin Thompson takes on responsibility fr Farmtrac sales in the south, and Andy Hayhurst for the north. The team expansion also coincides withthe promotion of sim Maynard to the role of service manager. Steven Haynes, divisional business manager for Reesink Agriculture, explain: "This expansion isa key strategic move to take the business to the net level, Reesink Agriculture and Farmtrac tractors have had ‘an incredibly trong start inthe marketplace since launch thee years ‘ago, and this sees the start ofthe next big.step in terms of national coverage in dealerships. Totalkto someone about Farmtrac's range of tractors and attachments ‘and how they could suit your business, please call 01480 226800. ‘The Reesink team at AMMA. (CTR AE Ayn ed] See end Pres rese et) the inaugural West Country eS CC Leg Sea te From the publishers of Agricultural Orne ee ee Sean ued new farming show took place at See CoE at een peters ese aS RY Ue ee Ed SC et Neen ears pee ont entia Pee Ee oe eee nasa es resent Indeed, such is the success of the frst eon sa at art ates ee aes Se ence eer ee eects Seca ey cee eee ee ee oes es Perea een te Srey auction and more, the West Country oe ena Sn eae ed reese enone icin Jated, all under one roof. Neeereere nS st Tn Pen ata eR eg Se eg ene aay SO eee a eee farming industry has to offer and to come oer eee ee nee acd ‘Being based in the South-West and Poses ne et Cee ea eed at Agricultural Trader realised that there eee ena entre Peres Et eee eas t County Farming & Machinery Show Peart a ee ee ee ee to offer, covering traders for the very best machinery and products, to financial and See eee) Soret We're pleased to announce that the ree ey Sve ey nee Cnet en all sponsors, exhibitors, and attendees for making the show such a huge success. We oss tts Sven Pereerenetes Exeter, on 21 February 2024. JCB engine’s international debut JCB'S £100 MILLION PROJECT to 2023 show nLas Vegas as part expensive, too complcated, and produce super-fcenthycrogen ofthe Inernatonal Fu Power notrabust enough for engines has been gven Its Exposition (FP) construction and agricultural international debut at one of the JCB Chairman Anthony equipment. ln challenging the Word’ biggest construction Bamfordis leading the projectto JCB engineering team to think equipment fas, develop JCB'shytrogen diferent using technology that ‘team of 150 engineers's technology. Lord Bamford said: is around usin a zero-carbon working on the pioneering “The JCB engineering team has way, the hydrogen engine was bor. Initative to develop hydrogen made enormous swdes in a combustion engines - and more short space of time to develop a than 50 prototypes have already hydrogen intemal combustion bbeen manufactured at CB UK engine. As the frst construction engine plant. ‘equipment company to develop 3 The wraps came off the fully working combustion engine brand-new JOB hydrogen fuelled by hydrogen, im dekghted combustion engine - the we are now able to present ths company oxen tein nthe TA Cat ersten ond Se aie Growth officer Tim Bumnhope construction and agricultural Forthe timebeing JCB has with the JCB hydrogen engine equipment atthe Conexpo concluded that fuel cols are too at Conexpo, weneitgemlins onLEDBURY fal wh meas & (Gay OES anr www.hjpugh.com HAZLE MEADOW AUCTION CENTRE, LEDBURY SPRING SALE OF VINTAGE AND CLASSIC TRACTORS, IMPLEMENTS, SPARES, MODELS, SEATS AND LITERATURE Part of the private collection for David Walker, Ottley 100 CAST IRON SEATS "Anda private collection of GOOD QUALITY DRIVING CARRIAGES AND HARNESS SATURDAY 15TH APRIL CLIVIGER, BURNLEY Retirement sale for Trevor Johnson CRAWLERS, LOADALL, TIMBER TRAILER, WORKSHOP TOOLS AND SPARES SATURDAY 3RD JUNE 2023 OXFORDSHIRE Genuine dispersal sale of the late well renowned Adrian Shooter's PRIVATE COLLECTION OF DARJEELING STEAM LOCOS, LOCOMOTIVES, LITERATURE AND RAILWAY MEMORIBILIA WEDNESDAY 21ST JUNE 2023 YEOVIL, SOMERSET Genuine dispersal sale of CLASSIC AND VINTAGE TRACTORS, PLANT, MACHINERY AND IMPLEMENTS SATURDAY 24TH JUNE 2023 ALL AUCTIONS LIVE AND LIVE ONLINE, ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE ONLINE. OTHER AUCTIONS BEING ARRANGED ACROSS THE COUNTRY. ALL ENQUIRES WELCOME 01531 631122 or howard@hjpugh.comCompetition returns "Now ints fourth year, the highly ‘acclaimed Technician ofthe Year Competition, backed by the land- based engineering training and ‘education committea (LE-TEC), retumns, under the We Are Land-based Engineering campaign. Whether you're an apprentice technician jst starting out, or a master technician with years of experience ‘under your bel, te organisers want to hear from you. Simply record a shor video teting them who you ate and what you do, how you got into the industry, what makes itso rewarding, and why do you think others should conser it asa carea. Prizes already confirmed include a ‘Makita UK job site radio MROO3GZ, ‘a Makita UK 221-ploee tool kit 10883, and a STIML 100 Plus Control pressure washer. More prizes will be announced in the ‘coming weeks! ‘You can submit your videos directly, before the closing date on 31 May, via message on 07851 251157, or emai info@wearelandbased engineering 100 years of JD D The John Deere model D will be one of the themes at ths year’s Tractor Fest ‘at Newby Hal, North Yorkshire, on 10-11 Juno, asthe tractor celebrates its 100th anniversary. Buit between 1923-1953, the model D enjoyed the longest production run of any John Deere tractor. More than 159,083 Ds were manufactured, going through many variations and improvements over three decades. ‘The fist Ds came equipped with ‘a two-cylinder engine with an open- spoke yee! and these early models ‘came to be known asspoker’ Ds, By 1925, sold ‘dsc’ tywheels were being installed, as the spoked flywheels were prone to racking. The last Ds bult could be ordered with electric starting ight, and hydraulics. Tractor Fest will also be marking 100 years of MG cars. MG (Mortis, Garages) was owned by British motoring pioneer Wiliam Mortis, with cars built at Abingdon, Oxford, For more information, please visit the website: tractorfest.uk ‘RCTOR AME Ayi028 Case IH Club UK fter the last few, horrif years of the Covid-19 ee eae eee neers of P&M with oat etd Soe ere Lett fomaiton i erence at (Case IH Club UK committee eS ae was launched at the Newark Vintage ern Nr att See The background to Case TH Cn prace all of the brands mes arian ea pees) hhave a very Pee es es oy are Case, David Brown, International eerricer ab isto See Pant ete oan n the club stand at held around Grea distribute our eee te! een Noosa earners many of the show Pee f the 10 per eee ete eee eee which is Bruce Murdoch ‘Thelst of conic agbusiness brands and organisations with which Bruce Murdoct, (who died on 8 February) became associated Is both ong and impressive wntes, Adtian Graves. Tenludes the Inteational Harvester Group, for which he was European Demonstrator, the Farmers WeeHl Group, and the Howard Rotavator Company, for Which he ukimately an ts publicty and traning department beloe founding his own company. Bruoe was bom on 20 Apri 1943, and became wel-known ‘around the circuit asthe refreshingy straight talking, wonderfull direct, humorous, J only be five months old Seon etic Sein eo a ee) m the heritage of the pecan ente reget coreg) ag (Case [H Club UK we have th ad eg See eee) Pertenece Paes etre er a eee ond Le ae ORES arth Cree eee ran acs ee et eee es eee ere nc That is why we, and many other clubs ere Stl cee cease rete ay a Peers eee one eee) Jd like to find out more ere remand Sena ae od eee cats prieeertee! through Facebook or our web page at See en cy Saud eee a eee Sen eestor eee eo ec Peete viet like more details, please phone Carole enmOr eCourse) \d other ‘and always proud Soot. He wl be particulaty remembered for his work across the major shows and events calendar events Including the now sadly absent Royal Show at Stoneleigh, and the Royal Smitfld Show at Ears Cour. Bruce was born during WW2 In Greenock —hence his proud claim L to have been ‘Clyde built. After traning at Hertfordshire College of Agriculture in St. ‘Albans, he joined Intemational Harvester and amongst his many product launch memories was the release of the 62!4hp B-614 tractor atthe 1963 Smithfield Show. Despite along battle against iW health and a more recent ‘terminal diagnosis, he faced all his challenges with characteristic courage, determination, and. humour. Another ofthe Industy’s characters who wil be mmissed by many. weneitgemlins onZetor & Branson Tractor Dealer for Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire & South Shropshire. We are a family-run business with over 50 years of working with Zetor Tractors. www.zetor-dealer.co.uk (BransonyRESTORING A of The members of the West family, from Kent, are passionate preservationists, and enthusiasts of veteran and vintage tractors. Peter Love admires their latest project. ‘TECTRS cer ayn weneitgemlins onTara West's grandfather's Roadless DG4 worked for the Forestry Commission in Powys, Photo: West family, aving never restored a Fordson E27N Roadless DG4 haalftrack before, and because relation sed one at Machynlleth, Powys, for the Forestry Commission, the ‘Wests wanted to add one to their extensive collection for sentimental reasons. With various other projects finished, or nearing completion, brothers Austin, and Oliver decided to bid on a 1948 ‘example that was one of the lots entered H J Pugh & Co's Tractor World Spring, sale in February 2020. Its condition was described as restored, and although an Inspection revealed that it was an older restoration, it was not a runner ~ despite hat had been suggested. What stood ‘out most was that it needed track repairs, like most of these types do. twas certainly not as rough as some can be when they are offered for sale. The brothers required a petrol/paraffin version, which is certainly harder to find compared to the more popular and. powerful Perkins Po version — which is worth more money. After weighing things up, they decided to go for the tractor and after placing the bid they were ready to load it on to their lorry. When they came to start it, the engine turned over and there ‘was a weak spark, but there was no fuel coming through to the carburettor, even though the tank had fuel in it. Luckily, their trailer is fitted with a winch, so it ‘was pressed into action and the tractor ‘was pulled aboard. ‘When back hom, the fuel pipes were removed, and it was found that the fuel tank elbow was blocked. After cleaning this and the points, the tractor started and ran reasonably well. Itwas time to test the tractor and find what was going to bbe needed to bring it up to seratch, It had originally been envisaged that this would be a relatively lightweight restoration, but it didn’t turn out like that! Roadless had successfully developed a half-track for the RAF by 1938, as with, the addition of a fore carriage it was found to steer much better than the original Standard N-based crawlers "WW2 went on and Ford announced that it would be introducing a new model, called the E27, which was ready by March 1945. By then Roadless had the DG set to go, having got it together in 1943. (DG denotes ‘Driven Girder’ — the RESTORING 20s, which in their later form (1931 onwards) had flexible rubber sections fitted. They were used on Ransomes MG crawlers from 1936, but others also used this track system successfully INTERCHANGEABLE ‘The DG track didn't have this flexible section, but it didn't need it, as it was designed to be curved equal to a wheel of 20 feet in diameter, with a large drive sprocket where the rear wheel would normally be fitted and a smaller ‘sprocket’ sitting behind - with its own solid axle. [tall worked well, but the hhydraulic linkage systems used on the E27N were not adapted to suit tractors fitted with DG tracks. The idea was that in poor ground conditions you would fit the track system, and, preferably, in summer fit the standard rear wheels, but owners didn’t tend to change it over ~as it was not a five-minute job, and many E27Ns were low geared anyway - which suited the tracks ‘The package proved that the Roadless- equipped E27N had superb traction and it sold all over the worl, particularly popular in countries ike Australia, New Zealand, and Norway, where it was used for forestry work A total of 231,112 Fordson E27Ns were and itis purported that Roadless ‘made at least 60,000 tracked versions. According to the Fordson Club of Australi it is suggested that 30,000- 34,000 Roadless E27N DG4s were exported to the country - which is quite remarkable when you think about it Roadless Traction Ltd, of Hounslow, proved to bea world leader in this field, with the DGd system fitted to many tractor marques over the years, including Landini, Lanz, and Steys, examples of these Rondless-tracked ‘machines surviving today, occasionally seen at various Continental shows in Belgium, The Netherlands, and Germany. There were Variations on the DG4 track system, and when the ELA Major was launched in 1951, Roadless was quick to fit it with the DG4, but by 1953 the ELA was being offered with the improved Roadless DGIS track system. Inworking times, the system worked. well, but it was hard on the driver's hands and arms - particularly when here are used for continuous ploughing work. As time went on, full-tracked and four wheel drive tractors dominated, and it would be the ELA Major-based > ‘A Roadless E27N G4 may not be pretty, but its ‘unetonal ‘name used for the Roadless cast tack pads, Itwas a development of Roadless’ ‘Orolo’ tracks, introduced in the late peaemacinccim Ayana vr eunceRRESTORING ‘There was significant wear onthe Idler axle, so It was built up with weld, turned down on ‘te lathe, and new phosphor bronze bushes were made. Photos: West family. FReaming the holes In the track plates was a laborious task, and once complete, the new pins could be test fitted. Photos: West famll ‘The rack rod ends required now bush Produced, Photos: West fal. BH @ px ‘The engine was found to be in good order, but needed flushing, ‘a decoke, and new exhaust valves. Photo: West family. DTnCTIRE CANE Aya0Ta conversions that would become the company’s most popular four-wheel drive models. ‘On the West's example it was concluced that the back end would be the main point of focus, as the tracks ‘were so slack, After heating up the nuts, the tension springs were unwound from the idler wheels, which made it easier to remove the track pins and dissemble the worn idler axle and drawbar pivot countershatt. To remove the idler axle from the countershaft took hours of work, as it was seized solid, and after heating it up it could still not be removed. Oliver resorted to cutting through the inner shaft pivot bush, behind its location clamp, and after using a puller and more heat on the front end he was able to split the whole thing The team then placed the offending items (on the 50-ton press and pushed out the rest of the inner pivot pins. LARGELATHE As for the wear on the end of the idler axle shaft, a company was found with a large enough lathe to accommodate it ~so it was built up with weld and turned. down to the standard size. ‘The inner bearing had collapsed on the offside, which had mangled the flange hub ring, anel Oliver found some steel in the scrap bin to turn down to the coreect size and bronze weld the nearside hhub flange, which had broken away, ‘New inner bearings were produced from a length of bronze, with Oliver turning them to size and milling slots into them. Similadly, new stub pins were ‘made for the counter-shaft tube and pressed into place, after everything had been sand blasted and cleaned up. Eventually, after hours of work, the assembly was pressed together and greased, now swivelling like it should, ‘The rear axle hub seals and bearings ‘were remaved, with the inner bearing race needing a bead of welded placed around it to shrink it and permit a puller to remove it differential housing was found to contain three inches of sludge, but after pressure washing, new bearings and seals ‘went in, and it was deemed good to go. The remainder of the transmission and. the PTO were in good order after cleaning, with justa clean and oil change required. The clutch was fine and left alone, ‘New brake cables were obtained from (ld 20 Parts Company and the brake weneitgemlins onRESTORING linings were replaced, with the mechanism macle good where necessary. At the same time the fuel tank and radiator were cleaned out, with other auxiliary items removed from the engine and either wire wheeled, or sand blasted before painting. ‘The steering shaft was placed in the lathe and cleaned up, with particular attention in the area where the top bush runs in the housing. Anew, phosphor bronze bush went in before reassembly and I can confirm that the care taken has resulted in the tractor steering very well, ‘The front axle, unsurprisingly, needed a new pivot pin and bush, and new king pin stubs were also pressed in. ‘The track rod ‘U’ ends were reamed out, and new pins were made, complete with grease nipples, As for the engine, which appears to be a replacement, the core plugs were removed, and it was lashed thoroughly with caustic soda to remove the large deposits of scale. The bores, pistons, The strip down of the DG4 begins. Photo: West family. from HJ Pugh & Co: Tractor World Spring ‘auction, In February 2020. Apa Taro caneRESTORING ‘The heatt of any Roadless DG4 Is Its track frame, seen here complete with reconditioned drawba ‘A reconditioned Lucas magneto was fitted. The paint finish Is great, without belng over don ‘and bottom end were found to be in excellent order, so no work was ‘undertaken in this area, The top end ‘was de-coked, new exhaust valves went in, and two of the guides were retained with Loctite. PREP& PAINT The engine was wire wheeled down and three coats of Craftmaster Paint’s Anti-Corrosive Grey Primer were applied, followed by two coats of High Build Undercoat. This was lightly rubbed down with 600-grit wet and dry anding paper, followed by two coats of E27N blue, flattened down in-between You can spray this paint, or hand paint MTEATRE MeN Ayan it, but the West family are experts in hand painting, and you cannot tell the difference. Austin’s signwriting is second to none, too. While Oliver, Austin, David, Tara, Casey, and Avery were working on the tuactor, the drudgery of replacing 33, track pins, each side, began ~ with, Oliver leading the charge, by ordering a Iength of 30mm-diamter rod to produce new pins. Some of the original pins came out of the girder plates easily, while others needing heat and ‘grinding. The plates were sandblasted and reamed before the new pins were pressed in, The team decided to retain the livery Loft to right: olor, Diano, David, Avery and Austin, ‘West with the tractor, that the tractor was purchased in, ‘orange on the feont wheels, rear sprockets, and idlers. Whether this is right or wrong is open to debate, as itis known that many DG4-equipped E27Ns left the Hounslow works in an all-blue livery, of, in some cases, with black ‘heels and tracks. All the same, I think the DG looks better in this classic Fordson livery, particularly when finished to such a high standard. While progress was made on the tracks at the weekends, during weekday evenings the smaller jobs were tackled, like the carburettor. It needed cleaning, a new float, gaskets, and a new jet made. As for the ignition system, a reconditioned Lucas magneto went on from the Wests’ stocks. ‘The tractor was up and running in 2022 and, after a few adjustments, made its debut at The Newark Vintage Tractor ‘& Heritage Show in November, It was hidden in the comer of the excellent NVTEC East Anglia stand and was easy to miss, but it came away with ‘Bes Ford and Fordson Derivative; which it richly deserved, Since then, the DG4 has been out of the shed for our photoshoot, between Christmas and New Year, and it was a joy +10 compare it to how it was on that cold Saturday in late February 2020, at the Three Counties Showground. What a transformation! ‘The tractor what can t not over done and shows pieved when you undertake enthusiastic restoration work. Now the track system works like it should, having not done so for many decades. Congratulations to everyone involved, nd let's see more people restoring tractors to this standard ~ the result is well worth it weneitgemlins onCAMBRIDGE VINTAGE SALE THE SALEGROUND, SUTTON, ELY, CAMBS, CBé 2QT ovary over 200 vintage and classic tractors, and over 2,200 lots of classic commercials, cars, motorcycles, automobilia, models, spares and literature Catalogues available £18 by post from the auctioneers two weeks prior. 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After negotiations, the club has new leaders, which include the Aylwards, Dave Morgan, Mark Maybee, and others. Robin Day's 1953 Singer ‘Monarch worked on a farm near Teston, Kent, and was second in Its class. ‘TTT WEY Ayana weneitgemlins onSPECIAL FEATURE § horticuturat class was Matton, with his rate 1974 Bolons Husky 1477. The McDonalds’ MF 20 and John Hughes’ (MF 165 wore both At this point itis worth acknowledging the hard work that Pam. and Graham put in over the years — ‘especially Pam, who was there at the beginning and produced the quarterly newsletter for clubs members (On the club's stand was afine line-up of original, classic Marshalls, with (C Phripp & Son's 754 standing out. It ‘was built in 1988 and is the first of only four built. They were joined by David Aylwward’s Marshall 302, which was stripped down to the last nut and bolt and rebuilt over a five-year period, and deservedly took second place in the ‘Restored: 1976-2000" category. ‘The Friends of Ferguson Heritage and Ferguson Club had some great tractors around their respective stands, like John John Jones’ Ferguson display was very speclal, ‘award winners. Jones’ original 1948TE-A 20 that has had one previous owner, In amongst them was a Perkins-powered 1984 ‘Trantor Mk2, that came from a farm in, Lancashire. Only a small amount of storation was needed, and it still looks magnificent as part of Trevor Smallbone's collection, Peter and Jane Bayliss’ 1976 MF 148. was presented beautifully and looked the part following a thorough restoration by the George brothers, but such was the high standard of exhibits it was unfortunate not to win a prize. Anthony Bradford was displaying some of his collection, aided by his father. His 1947 Ferguson TE-20 was recommissioned recently, having originally been supplied by an Exeter dealer. It looked a trea, as did others from his collection ~ including the 1947 TE-20 that he restored while still at school. NOTJUSTTRACTORS Another gem was G Nicholls’ 1958 MF FE35, which had been undera hedge for ‘snot all tractors at this event, as Chris Morgan proved by exhibiting his wonderful JCB 4D. I's a chunky backhoe/loader that he restored with the help of Chris Bell, and it’s a credit to them, as it would not have been the easiest of restorations. The winner of the ‘Best club st award went to the NVTEC East Anglia branch, which, once again, had put together a wonderful display forall to ‘This JCB 40, restored by Chris Morgan and Chris Bell, Went on to win a ‘Special ‘award’ at the show. Agana Tora caneSPECIAL FEATURE avid Hammond was a class winner with his 135, In a hotly contested class. ‘enjoy. It was in the Avon Hall, where the tractor that took the award for‘Show ‘champion’ was also placed. The Wests (see pages 10-14) bought the 1919 J | Case Crossmotor 10-18 from David and Joyce Symington's 2020 auction, held at St ‘Andrews by Pentland Livestock, David Symington bought the tractor In 1998 from Sid Taylor, who brought it ‘over from the USA with the Case 12-25, that the Wests also now own. Da rebuilt the 10-18 and was an award winner at the Great Dorset Steam Fa bust the West family has been working on the tractor to bring it back to perfection cover the winter, with it having been out ‘of commission for some years. Thisis the smallest in the line of fourswheeled Crossmotors that was designed, with the same green, red, and black livery as on the company’s steam traction engines. Case ceased producing, steam-powered machines in 1923 to production, and it was at this point that the grey livery was introduced, ‘The Wests rate the tractor better than a Fordson F and IHC Titan of the time, but the steering is very heavy, and the transmission has just two speeds, Whilst on the subject of veterans, which this show promotes alongside vintage and classic models, Jonathan, Boaz’s Fordson Fis worthy of a mention, ‘Complete with c1923 Athens dise plough, the tractor came from a salvage yard in Minnesota and looked great ~ despite heing a wreck when purchased. Jonathan used parts from a couple of other USA Fs he owns and was able to get the tractor together wate on internal combustion RATER WAGNER 2023 ‘This Marshall 754 was the first of only four made. OVERSEAS VISITORS Outside were two very interesting tractors brought to the UK by Jonathan's friend and local Richard Keel (director of lowa Tractors UK Ltd). They arrived on Friday 3 March by container and once unloaded and back on their wheels it was time for some welding on the 1979 White Field Boss 2-180, Ithad one previous owner, in Illinois, and the rear axles were shortened so that it would fit in the container, but they ‘were welded back on to keep it authentic tis now part of Richard Dorrell’ collection, Richard told T&M that the container travelled from Western Minnesota by truck and then on by rail to Montreal, ceast Canada, where it was then loaded ‘onto a container ship, Once it arrived at Winner of te tractor with cab’ class ~ Androw Walters’ John Deere 3050. Southampton, it travelled by train to Birmingham and then by road to the Keels’ premises. The tractor is powered by a 210hp Caterpillar 10.4-litre V8 engine and has an 18-speed transmission, Also coming back to the the same route was an onal 3588 ‘Snoopy’ 242, which appeated to be a nice example. There were many other interesting, Ford and Fordson models around the Ford & Fordson Association stand, one of which was Darren Phillips’ 197 Ford £6600, purchased in September 2019 after standing for 35 years. Darren has done an excellent jab on the tractor, which hhas only done 1,600 hours from new. The next tractors to catch my eye was a brace of John Deeres — the first of weneitgemlins on‘Mark Lerigo plcked up ‘a rosette for his Case 1H 4455XL ~ a former Tam cover star. which was lan Tandy’s late AR ~ looking very original. In contrast was Andrew Walters’ 1991 JD 3050, which was purchased new from Tineknells of Tetbury, by his father-in-law, It worked near Stonehouse until 2013 when, after some negotiation, it was purchased by Andrew. It was tired, but Andrew has done a marvellous job over the past seven years and the restoration was ‘worthy of the award that it received. More than 200 people attend the award ceremony at 11.30am on the Sunday of the show, when T&M editor Scott Lambert handed out the awards jdle Reuben Owen from TV series irkshire Farm, who bought one of the Leyland commercials during the HJ Pugh & Co, auction on the Satued: sweatin He presented the two ‘Special Award” trophies to the Thornells, for the consistently high standard that the family’s DB collection is presented in, and to Chris Bell and Chris Morgan for the restoration of the latter's JCB 4D. Reuben then handed out the award for Tractor World ‘Show Champion, that went to the West family for the 1919 J Case Crossmotor 10:18, The show was held in a very friendly atmosphere and was appreciated by all. We will look at the excellent model section in the next issue of the ‘magazine. Make a date in your diary for xt year's event, which will take place on 24-25 February. Tickets will be on sale later this year via the website tractorworldshow.co.uk « —— ‘Arun Jones’ Ford 7000 took the runner-up spot for SPECIAL FEATURE RESULTS ‘SHOW CHAMPION Case Crossmotor 10-18, Casey West RESTORED TRACTOR: up to 1948, 4: Case Crassmotor 10-18, Casey West 2: Marshall M, Henry Dixon ORIGINAL TRACTOR: upto 1948 4: Ferguson TEA 20, } Jones. 2: Case Crossmator Colin Lowis BEST RESTORED TRACTOR: 1949-1964 4: Nuffield 4, David Alar 2: Field-Marshall Sores 3, Rob Loighfiold BEST ORIGINAL TRACTOR: 1949-1964 4: Nuffield DM, Mark Maybe 2: Singer Monareh, Robin Day BEST RESTORED TRACTOR: 1968-1975 4; Massey Ferguson 125, Dave Hammond 2: John Deere 1020, David Kort BEST ORIGINAL TRACTOR: 1965-1975 A; Massey Ferguson 165, John Hughes 2: Leyland 154 narrow, Ben Prout BEST RESTORED TRACTOR: 1976-2000 4: John Deete 6800, Lynx Engineering 2: Marshall 302, David Ayward BEST ORIGINAL TRACTOR: 1976-2000 4; Massey Ferguson 390, Duncan McColl 2: International 685XL Derek Wood BEST PRE-2000 TRACTOR WITH IMPLEMENT 4: MF20 & sub-soler, MeDonald family 2: David Brown 880 & fertiliser spreader, Geraint Jones. BEST FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE TRACTOR 4; County 654, Anthony & Ray Stokes 2: Case IM 1458XL, Mark Lergo BESTTRACTOR WITH CAB, 4: John Deere 3060, Andrew Walters 2: Ford 7000, Arun Jones BEST HORTICULTURAL/GARDEN EXHIBIT 4: Bolens Husky 1477, Matthew Bolton 21M Cub Cadet, Trevor Fowler BEST STATIONARY ENGINE 4; Wolseley with pump, Adam Bond 2: Empire 1.5hp, Adam Greensmith & Bethany Smee BEST MODEL DISPLAY 4: Lower Farm clsplay, Mark & Sam Taylor 2: Ford display John Wiliams BEST SCRATCH-BUILT/MODIFIED MODEL DISPLAY. 4; 3in IHC Titan 10/20, West family 2: MF forage harvester, Alan Clapp BEST NON-AGRICULTURAL MODEL 4; 4mm diorama, Martin Nash 2: Guy Vien scale model, lan Sutton BEST CLUB STAND A: NVIEC East Ania. 204d Timers Ray BEST CLASSIC COMMERCIAL 4; Ford Cargo, M Turner 2: Bedford, Sam Foster SPECIAL AWARD 4308 4D, Chis Morgan ‘SPECIAL AWARD David Brown splay, Thomel family Apna Troan 21We specialise soley In DB, Case and carry a comprehensive range of spares and assemblies either new, used or reconditioned. 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In 1980, the 71-Ohp sector was the ‘most popuilas, with 25.7 percent of the 22,243 tractors registered in the UK coming from that band. The 81-90hp segment was the most popular from, 1982-86, and in 1987 an equal share of the market was held by the 81-90hp and 91-100hp sectors - with 24 per cent each, For the remainder of the decade, the 91-100hp band had the most registrations, ‘Throughout the 1980s tractors of more than HOhp were scarce, and tractors above 120hp even more so. In 1980, the 121-140hp band had just one per cent of the market, while the SEAN ‘Today, the MF 2680's 130hp (DIN) output would be considered the ‘norm, but in 1983 It was a high-horsepower tractor. At the time, the 8&hp (DIN) MF 698 would have been the norm. Photo: AGC. SE TRATNT R - a SER! Ya ‘vetagenaine om sweatin 141hp+ market was significantly less than one per cent. In the final year of the decade, the 121-140hp share of the market had increased to 2.6 per cent, while the L4Thp+ band had 3.3 per cent of the UK's agricultural registrations. This ‘was on a par with the S1-60hp bracket and approximately one third of the 61-70hp sector. Any ove 120hp was not a ‘common sight in the UK during the 1980s, hence our focus on this > tot Agana OCUS HER 23Top u (|) 1980s POWER FOCU Ce ae Massey Ferguson described the ‘m st 18 area eel eat ear a] a ea [a material for its 2640 model - which Fort HH ro cy a wh D 188 wh was powered by a Petkins 46.354.4 engine rated at just 110hp (DIN). oe he mM oh There will be tractors that don't appear her, that you feel should, but 4 3K Ga GMa we have chosen 10 tractors that we think best represent the technology som 6m OD ee ee available in the 1980s. Tractors like the Fendt Favorit 615 LS were beginning to D amt beat promote the advances being made in agricultural technology, such as Ca a electronic linkage control, but we have chosen to omit Massey Ferguson’s 3000 fat =H Y Series, for example, as it included aspects of technology that are more fat hes dS representative of that found in tractors in the 199s. sae i ‘Choosing the best of anything is always a contentious point, and es aT although we've decided to display our choices in alphabetical order, ather a8 Tis Td than rank them, you can have your say fon which of these is your favourite by SecA iningan Fit, aca seman fen, inh visiting the Heritage Machines website (www:heritagemachines.com) where the Agricultural Engineers Association, _is your favourite, It will be fasci you will find a link to our poll. ‘makes for interesting reading, and if see which one comes out on top! ‘The market analysis shared, along _ you're undecided, owner quotes and our Look out for the results in our June with the other figures stated here, by “T&M likes’ might help you decide which issue, on sale Friday 2 June. « In torms of tractors that broke the mould, the MB-trac ‘concept took versatity and productivity to new levels in {the high-horsepower sector, Photo: Sascha Jussen, SER ET a Cee cure USO MTOR WADE yz weneitgemlins onntroduced in the USA in September 1978, J 1 Case's 90 Series tractors were brouight into the UK to add some muscle to the top of the David Brown range, which peaked with the 103hp (DIN) 1690/10Shp (DIN) 1690 Turbo, produced at the company’s Meltham plant in West Yorkshire, Built in Racine, Wisconsin, the 2090, 2290, 2390, and 2590 were designed for the expanses of North America, but, some found homes in the UK - with the two smallest models, at 120hp (DIN) and 139hp (DIN) respectively, by far ‘the most popular. Initially only available as two-wheel drive tractors, they could later be specified in fourwheel drive configs to suit European conditions, A potent cocktail of direct-injection six-cylinder engine, wet brakes, semi-powershift transmission, quiet and. comfortable cab, and nice styling meant that these moxlels were an attractive proposition for those looking for additional grunt fortheir fam or contracting business, [As the Americans favoured trailed and semi-mounted Implements, a three-point linkage with a huge lift capacity wasn’t necessary, so these tractors are a little lacking in that “It's heautiful to drive, and just as quiet inthe cab as any modern tractor.” Matt Golding, Cambridgeshire BASIC SPECIFICATION: Case 2290 loge ae vines a Power ‘Baip(00) ‘Trarsnissien (fwd 3rer ‘iteapacty 128g( G00) rm SOOO “IND 00h 1, 0700) Wot sah fates at DAG WAGE 1980s POWER FOCUS department, but they can certainly pull! Coupled to a disc harrow or other tillage equipment, the 2290 may surprise you with its harvester and it will shine. Producing 122hp at the PTO, the 2290 had both the power and manoeuvrability for such jobs, and itis for this reason that many examples found homes with contractors throughout the UK, where their output could be maximised! Follow the operator's manual, in terms of method of operation and maintenance schedule, and the 2290 would serve you well but abuse it and you could be in fora hefty repair bill. The transmission, providing three clutch-less changes in each of four ranges, did not withstand abuse well, but respect the tractor and it would be a loyal servant. ANS) CAB COMFORT es, but put it on a big baler or forage flow/pressure + Hydric pu + Powesif functionality + Pick-up ith fitted? SOE eT aC Ace cur PUES AUL sioymatinscin Anza TUT CHER 25Top 10 DN Photo: Ftom promotional iterature. onsidered to be ‘premium’ tractors, on a par with theie compatriots from Fendt, Mercedes-Benz, and Schiiter, Deutz-Fah’s DX 6 tractors w certainly not aimed at the cash-conscious farmer, Their specification levels were high, and they gained a reputation for dura pe nd dependability, which seems to justify their price Prailable fom 1983, three models initially graced the DX 6 line-up, but it’s the mid-range DX 6.30 that we've selected for ur Top 10. Just 1.9 per cent of tractors sold in the UK in 1983 were in the 121-140hp bracket, so this was a big tractor! Powering this 5.4-tonne behemoth was a Deutz F6L 913 ait- cooled diesel, and its main feature was a thermostatically controlled cooling fan. This had an oil clutch built into it, fed by oil flow governed by a thermostat at the rear of the exhaust manifold. This meant that the fan was only on when necessary, reducing noise and saving fuel The Deutz air-cooled engine enjoys a good reputation, but lts success Is down to the person maintaining it, Maintain it as instructed to do so by the manufacturer and you can expect many thousands of hours of trouble-free running. ‘Coupled to the engine was a rugged, synchromesh transmission with 18 forward speeds across three ranges, pressure lubricated and sending power to both front and rear axles. Later DX 6.30s had the option of Deutz-Fahr’s POWERMATIC ‘splitter’ ~ providing a clutch-less gear change. BASIC SPECIFICATION: Ue Fn atte Cylinders § Paver ry Tans int Lieaacity S40) rm sau 009m Weigt Sens frites tot Aeartyes (eGR At the front, the ZF axle featured a central drive and. OPTITRAC self-locking diff he business end featured a $40/1,000rpm PTO, up to three spool valves, and a category II three-point linkage that could ft almost as much as the tractor weighed. Deutz-Fahr's MasterCab, although not as pleasing to the eye as the later StarCab, was the ideal blend of space, comfort, visibility, and ergonomics. With the windows closed it was quiet and a nice place to spend the working day, ANAS) BUILD QUALITY “It'sdone at least 20,000 hours and has proved to be fantastic value,” Andrew Raper, Co. Durham octet aon te) ere aS < VOTEFOR YOUR FAVOURITE: www.heritagemachines.com ACER yi2028 vraisCAB PARTS PaO AC ee ery ey Sth | ecient ec re tATIe baw aCe) teed Peas ti coe eas Cab Parts Interiors Ltd offer a large and varied range of trim products produced from original patterns. —_ (= —— - We can produce trim panels from original MB @ | pattems-pleasecal VOR TO for details. Awide range of E H acoustic sound proofing qe wy > @ materials, matting and interior trim panels are shown in the brochure. 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The 615 LS was powered by the 17D226-6 turbocharged unit, generating a colossal 16Shp (DIN) and 572Nm 4221b/f) of torque at 1,500rpm. ‘One of the tractors best features was the ‘Turbomatik clutch, that consisted of a turbine wheel and pump impeller, immersed in oil, between the “A simplé tractor, Very solid, reliable, ‘comfortable, and quiet.Itis still very usable SE ee CTR CUS CN ++ White smoke on start-up is normalt + Check Tarhonati functional (ake someone with experience!) + Brakingeiciency (hyralicaly peated drums) engine and the direct-drive clutch. With the engine running, the pump impeller forced oil into the turbine wheel by centrifugal force. With an increase in engine speed came an. Increase in centrifugal force ~ turning the turbine wheel and causing the tractor to pull away smoothly The fluid clutch was always engaged if the engine was running, with the idea being that it would provide a quick, smooth take up of drive, without causing unnecessary clutch ‘wear, with all that was needed to pull away was an increase in engine revolutions, much like an automatic car. Once the gear ‘was selected and brakes were released, st ind rolling backwards were a thing of the past. “Blectrohydraulic Automatic Lift was the 615 LS party piece the only model in the range to feature such technology, and along with the precise control and sensitivity that it offered, it ‘was neatly packaged, easy to understand and operate, and helped to reduce operator fatigue. CTT ICA Lge wvsatite Cyinis a Pover isto) Tsai ‘Dts Ute ag 28 ro sean Weiht got Frtges wainiay Raa au “yet VOTEFOR YOUR FAVOURITE: www.heritagemachine ATOR MANERA weneitgemlins on1980s POWER FOCUS Fiat 130-90 Turbo iatagr’s iconic 90 Series launched in 1984, replacing the 80 Series with many models subdivided into three categories based on power = with the 130-90 Turbo falling into the top category along with the 115-90, 140.90 Turbo, 160-90 Turbo, and 180-90 Turbo. Each model's first number indicated its power output (DIN), ‘The 90 Series proved popular, and although the naturally aspirated, six-cylinder 110-90 was a big hit, the larger models. found favour with those looking to pul larger tillage equipment or power a Hesston baler, Powered by the Fiat Iveco 8065-26 turbocharged straight six, the 130-90 Turbo produced 430Nm of torque at 1400epm. at had a rated speed of 2,$00rpm. There was nothing revolutionary about i, with an inline injection pump, dry cleaner, and liquid cooling, but it had plenty of grant and was never under strain a it was, essentially, a de-rated 140-90, ‘A 14-inch, dey, single-plate clutch transmitted power to either a 16-speed shuttle transmission or a 24 forward, eight reverse semi-powershift ‘box, with both having a top speed of 30kph. Stif gearshift (nestaism) ab asion + Partscanbe expensive PAARL sweatin Braking was good, thanks to hydraulically operated, oilkimmersed dises and hydraulic trailer brakes, and with a choice of two- or four-wheel drive (badged as D1), there was a configuration to suit everyone, The DT variant was by far the most popular, but with a tight turning radius of 3.9m, the two-wheel drive model was great on a forage harvester or baler, ‘Those requiring a driven front axle got centre drive and a hydraulically operated differential lock, as well as the option of PAVT wheels all round to obtain the ideal track width, Perhaps the 130-90's best feature was the ‘Supercomfort wide’ cab, although getting in and out was restricted by the narrow and odd-shaped doors. Once inside, it was smfortable - with pendant pedals a fla floor, and adjustable steering column. A nice place to operate a no-frills, high-horsepower tractor. FTL) STYLING “With a top speed of only 19mph, the 130-90 is not the fastest in the world, butis good onthe road and is very comfortable.” Gary Burns, Scottish Borders / Oyinters a iene Pro 40/,0007pn TMD Sip 08391) Woot | Gasca BAN fears cis dan 2th = Ayit423 TTI CHER 29Top 10 DN ‘ond’s Force If incarnation of Series TW arrived in November 1985, with a revised look and the Super-Q cab, but there was a great deal that was like its predecessor - but this was no bad thing. Still. housed underneath that colossal bonnet was the legendary 401cu in engine, complete with, turbocharger and intercooler, producing 186hp (DIN) and 694Nm (12Ib/t) of torque at 1,600rpm. Only one transmission was offered on Series TW ~ the 16 forward, four reverse, Dual Power unit. A planetary gearset, located in the bellhousing, utilised a hydraulic clutch to provide two-speed inpuit into the transmission. This system provided the ‘operator with Direct Drive and Power Drive— the latter giving 28 per cent more pulling power and a 22 per cent reduction in speed. Dual Power used a foot-operated switch, located on the floor between the pedals, to flick between the two drives, while the remainder of the transmission was an eight forward, two reverse, constant mesh gearbox controlled by two ‘H’ pattern levers to the driver's right. ‘The introduction of Series TW Force II saw an increase in lift capacity and a new auxiliary hydraulic pump with improved flow. The linkage used lower link draft sensing, with a single. lever quadrant for raising and lowering the linkage and a dl z 8 sf E separate lever to adjust the draft effort, and switch between position or draft, or a mix of the two. It was ‘hands on’ and basic, but effective. Lift capacity was 4,564kg (10,04SIb) as standard, but the ‘TW.3S could be specified with assistor rams - boosting the lift capacity of category II models to 6 800kg (14,991Ib) and, category III tractors to 6,860kg (15,124Ib) ‘Owners and operators of Series TW Force II tractors will tell you that their crowning glory is the Super-Q cab, designed around a six-post safety frame. It was comfortable, attractive (inside and out), afforded good visibility, had an ergonomic layout, and incorporated air conditioning as standard, EEZZLULTED SUPER-OCAB “The one thing we are religious about is coolant. Perhaps overly so!” Jamie Rule, Cambridgeshire i Rea ETC) Togoe | ftite yikes ‘i Pore Bayan Tassimo teary §s64gn0N6 mm 16 Wg gt Fates arta Fears mance ‘esate itis ‘ie + Poros engine lock +Cileak betwee it ump and injection pump + Damaged loner ink torsion ar anchor olan splines SUL COME cur SL SOTRICTURE WAGNER 2023 weneitgemlins onTractor Cab Specialists a8. 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Like the Fendlt Favorit 615 15, the I455XL incorporated a hydraulic clutch to deliver power from the engine both smoothly and effortlessly, minimising wear to the transmission. Situated between the engine and the transmission/I'TO clutch, the Turbo Clutch housing acted as. the engine flywheel - with the impeller connected to the engine and the turbine to the clutch assembly. PENT TAO tage Hes yids a Power a) Tannin ints Ueaaty symgcasaip 0 saab et Sse) Feats ara avr Feats oy 2 “tsetse | {As the engine speed rose, the inerease in centrifugal force caused the oil tbe thrown out of the impellor and into the ‘opposite cells of the turbine, and so rotating it in the same direction fora smooth take-up of power. ‘This won the 14SSXL an army of fans, but it was the combination of robust transmission, stout hydraulic system, an engine with the ability to ‘hang on’, and an exhaust note to make the hairs stand up on the back of your neck, that ‘cemented the tractor’s legendary status, ‘The XI. cab came in for some criticism for its broad ‘B’ pillar, but it was spacious, comfortable, well appointed, an ‘offered good visibility where it mattered most. The controls. were simple, easy to understand, and nicely positioned, but the spool levers could have been better placed ~ rather than behind the hydraulic quadrant. This was a minor gripe for ‘what was otherwise one of the best higgers ofits generation, TURBO CLUTCH “Qur TH 1455XL is a very reliable tractor, and does everything we ask of it!” Sam Butler, Wiltshire ae : Se -Cabeareson Fh 1s ete hea ets é id Prop shaft/front axle input wear ATOR MANERA 223 weneitgemlins onee The Website for Case International Enthusiasts EMAIL - TEL - or 9 =P PayPal WHATSAPP- VISA °1O LIEN John Deere 4650 ny of John Deere's Waterloo-built 50 Series ‘The front axle incorporated a 13-degree castor angle to tractors could have featured here, as the range _permit a 50-degree steering lock - which meant a turning covered 128-21Shp (DIN), but we've opted for radius of §,400mm (17/t 8¥4in), which wasn't to0 shabby for the smaller of the two larger models —as itis a tractor with a wheelbase of 2,974mm (9ft 9in). often unjustifiahly overshadowed by the 4850, Finally, Deere's SG2 cab was a love it or loathe it design ‘The five-model range had features that set it apart from _ element, but once you were in it wasa comfortable working, chaxuimacssynamurneaescrwcton EQQZTUTS) POWER SHIFT huge output at the time and the type of power reserved only Dn for the largest UK farms and contractors. You needed big CT fields and big implements to maximise its potential! tage sire Coupled to this, via a multi-dise, oil-cooled clutch, was a y a 15-speed ‘Power Shift’ transmission — with all speeds in a line through a lever on the right hand console. This was a Pres sym real boon, as there was no stopping, and no de-lutching Inte tte eae tater eo — ‘Nine of the 15 forward speeds were in the tillage range ~ Utara BERSm between 3-12kph (1.8-7.5mph) - with the five speeds above ro on 12kph (7Smph) designated for transportation. Top speed was i eae eter crac fa Gee ea eeetoester ocr meee se Loe that it permitted shifting from any forward speed to any Fotis wean reverse speed without using the clutch, rents ae tb 2 enti oi age “It's big enough to pull modern machinery, which it does easily!” Martin Saunders, Gloucestershire © «Power Siftfunctionalty | linkage wear/ause 3 «Digital dash functionality Peter Love. Photo: SLT SH PACTIRE WA NERY i203 weneitgemlins on1980s POWER FOCUS MB-trac 1500 Ithough Mercedes-Benz had a winning formula With its Unimog design, it hadn't really found favour within the agricultural community, and so the MB-trac was conceived with farming at the forefront of the design. Four-cylinder models came first, but as the need for better productivity increased, tractors had to become larger ~ hence the introduction of the MB-trac 1100 in the second half of the "0s, and subsequent six-cylinder models. ‘The 1500 used the same OM 352 engine as the 1100, but incorporated a turbocharger to boost power output to 150hp (DIN), while torque peaked at SOONm. Performance like this helped immeasurably, but it was the concept that gave the 1500 and its siblings such a well-deserved reputation, With four equal-sized wheels and differential locks on both, axles, traction was superb, but with 60 per cent of the tractor’s ‘weight on the front axle, it became neatly balanced when an implement was attached and put into work, Wheels of the same size, turning at the same speed, gave the MB-trac an. enviable reputation, “The key benefits of an MB-trac are excellent fuel economy, reliability, and ease of maintenance, Gerfried Gosselink, Netherlands Tapped atl 40h) Cit incinalty i -+Partsavailability Asynchromesh transmission, combined with a 40kph top speed further increased productivity, but it was possible to purchase the 1500 in 2Skph or 30kph forms. Irrespective of top speed, ride quality was assured by front axle suspension and damping, as well as an increase in lateral support on hillsides In addition to the rear three-point linkage, a front linkage and PTO could be specified to make one-pass operations with different types of implement a reality, while the rear load platform could be used to mount sprayers, seed hoppers and the like. For the ultimate option, the 1500 could be fitted ‘with a reverse console to make forage harvesting, topping, ‘mowing and other such jobs a pleasure. In this guise, the steering wheel, instruments, pedals, and seat turned as one Within the big cab to face the rear of the tractor, for unrivalled vision. « ETT 89 RELIABILITY UT) ngewe Baws ite Oyindes i Power cu) Teasissin Hin Mer liteagacty BDAY | 0 Sx Weight ‘be3700) Frvotyes Te Reartes “asians i ce : & ME Dae CALLE oe ALA sweatin Anza TUT CHER 35Top 10 DN he inclusion of a Massey Ferguson 2000 Series tractor may raise a few eyebrows, given that the 3000 Series did so much for technological advances within the agricultural industry, but the 2680 was the epitome of a higher-output tractor in the 1980s. The 3000 Series featured high-horsepower models, but it was a range that set the standard for tractors of a sizes, hence its omission here. ‘With raw power from the Perkins AT6.3544 engine (initially 120bp and then 130hp), the 2680 was a big tractor, with a high specification and high output to meet the needs of progressive farms. Torque output was 435Nm (3201b/ft) at 1,600rpm, and 105/108hp was available at the PTO (640/1,000rpm), so the tractor was perfect for heavy draft work and driving power harrows, bed formers, forage harvesters and the like. Standard spec included oil-cooled dise brakes, trailer brakes, two-speed iPTO, a 58-litee per minute (12.3gpm) hydraulic pump, and a 16 forward, 12 reverse synchromesh, transmission, with manual shuttle and Speedshift (a clutch-less change). A choice of two- or four-wheel drive + logy gear shit + Speeds fictional «Pick uphith fitted? DTT te Peinste vines a wer aya) Tisai Bite team gi m0 stony ‘ansieaT) Ween ino onus ee mle ams i 3 tloneckends é “The 2680 had the best power-to-weight ratio of the 2000 Series, making it the best choice for farm tasks.” Bob Ball, Cornwall provided additional versatility, but a 27.4kph (17 somewhat restrictive, ‘The cab itself, dubbed the ‘Supercaby, stood out because of, its fourpost design, which permitted large, rearhinged doors and great visibility to the side, but it was the one-piece ‘windscreen that sold it to many — providing superb vision over the front axle and beyond. There may not have been room for a passenger, thanks to the rear-mounted fuel tank, but it had a flat floor and the mod cons that an operator of the day expected aside from ait conditioning) and was a pleasant working environment At the reat, the linkage was robust and had a decent lift ‘capacity, with options including a pick-up hitch, third spool valve and hook-type link ends. A factory-fitted front linkage and PTO could be specified too. FECTS) STANDARD SPEC Y2mph) was 6 PNCTIREMACNERY i2023 weneitgemlins onhe Zetor 16045 was a latecomer to the Crystal range — introduced midway through 1980 to bolster the company's offering and provide farmers with a high-horsepower tractor that represented great value for money. Similar to the 8045 and 12045 in specification, the major difference was the power output. Although the 16045 used the same basic engine as the 12011 and 12045, the 28601, the addition of a turbocharger and increased fuelling increased output by more than 30 per cent. Zetors were renowned for producing plenty of torque and the 16045 was no exception — with an output of 471Nm (G47Ib/ft) at rated engine speed, which increased at lower revs. Although few were sold in the UK, those that did buy one were rewarded by its simplicity - with the engine coupled to a heavy-duty transmission via a single-plate clutch. The gearbox: itself was a six forward, three reverse unit, with the number of speeds doubled by Zetor's Torque Multiplier system, ‘This provided a clutch-less change and had the advantage of engine braking in both positions, as well as. “It'shad front axle oil seals, brake seals, anda hydraulic pump, otherwiseit's been a very good tractor.” Charles Walmsley, North Yorkshire BASIC SPECIFICATION: oo tiger Cinders a Paver ity Trasmissen fe titepzety ke rn tin Weett S58) Frotges Sa) Rextyes WH “tte 1980s POWER FOCUS the ability to be tow-started, unlike similar systems on the market. With the Torque Multiplier engaged (tortoise position — lever pulled back), speeds were reduced by 34 per cent in all gears. At 4,000kg (8,818Ib) the lift capacity wasn't particularly Impressive, but it was adequate. Zetor, it seemed, was content with the three-point linkage's ability to lift, probably because ‘many of the ploughs used in the tractor’s homeland were conventional and/or semi-mounted. The 16045's ability to, pull, however, remains legendary! ‘When first introduced in the late 1960s, it was the Crystal's, cab that set it apart from the other tractors on the market, but it was looking dated by 1980. The IH XL and Ford ‘Q' were leading the way in terms of design and comfort, but the 16045's cab did the job and reflected the fact that the tractor was considerably cheaper than its rivals LAM CS) VALUE FOR MONEY + General build ality + Cia fnctinalty + Linkage weat/abuse SULA CCE ue sweatin Apia Terns cane 7Inbox “=: TT} Deutz-Fahr DX Dear T&M, Inthe March 2023 ssue of T3IM, |was very interested in reading about the Deutz-Fahr DX Series and look forward to the next instalments, Straight 6-6 Dear TM, It was a great article on the Ford 6000, entitled Straighe 6-6, but someone made an error and said that it had three cylinders, instead of four, My father bought one brand-new in 1977. It was ‘great all-round, handy tractor, He wouldn't use anything elsein the yard. It was sightly under powered, but a very ‘g00d gripper. He used it for everything from rong, ploughing, fertiliser, rotavating, with a 339 double-chop harvester, and 1d say itwas on its third time around the clock, during ‘We hada two-wheel drive DX 370, with the Star Cab, on the farm grew up onat Harston, 3zokm west of Shepparton in orthern Victoria, Australia, It was always ajay to drive, The which time the clutch pedal had checker plate welded on twice to keepit from wearing, when it was exported in20n (witha 10 engine init) Itwas completely done. The lights were broken, and cab doors were bad, but | have regretted seling it every day It cost £6,600 new and | got £6,500 or export! ‘Sts Thanks for writing inabout ‘your hard-working 6600, The part | think you are referring to was alittle joke on Keith ‘Deadman's part, asthe tractor was only running on three ‘oyinders when he bought it! fatm was 103 acres, running ‘Simmental, then swapped to dairy and then backto beet (For fattening), with some pasture and sub pasture (as we called it) hay done each year. The farm was flood irigated. “The Deutz was bought brand- new in 1987 for around $27,000 (from what we vaguely recall) from Bertol Farm Machinery in Shepparton, to replace a Case 1290 (two-wheel drive, no cab). Which Fiat? Dear Tam, ater) New Holand 3435 tractor that needs some TLE understand that ths sa rebadged Fat tractor but ry searches have netdertied an equvalent Fat moda seems oss the 45 66, but | weuldike tobe sure Do you have ary formation that an throw ighconthis, Ineahisvthe itr wlslest asian ie saan a rechargeable nightie cote it ‘wn selec “The deal cincher was that they were ging away afree microwave with t! It was mainly used for cutting (UFO mower] conditione’, raking Pottinger) and baling hay (New Holland £841 round baler) over the warmer months, feeding beef cattle during the winter and light cutivationharrowing every now and then. We leased the farm outtoa neighbour from around 1996, so forthe last 15 years we had the Deutzit was used to sash the grass around the areas notleased and the roadside. A very comfy tractor for doing thistask! We soldi in March 2010 for $8,400, ith 1838 hours fn the clock, when the farm was sold Love the e-magazine tool Corey Anderson, via e-mail Skits great to hear that ‘your DX370 was such a good servant, and interesting that it clocked so few hours! Thanks for your kind words on the electronic version of the ‘magazine, too. ‘conundrum and where we might, beable to find spare cab parts. ‘Stephen Hiller, via e-mail Sz I believe that i's the same a a Fiat 45-66, but please cross reference the specifications to besure.As for cab parts, there was more than one type of cab fitted, so please let me know which one itis and your location, so / can be of further assistance PaaS Ac AS Re aC LCR TRACTOR MANERA weneitgemlins onFarming with 1980s POWER FO The Brown family farms 500 acres in Suffolk, as well as rearing Sussex cattle, and as part of this diverse operation a fleet of classic machinery is used. Scott Lambert has the story. ‘ormany decades, International Harvester tractors have played a major role on the Brown famil farm near Bury St. Edm sffolk. Over the years ‘models have come and gone, but of those that remain, all play a significant he success of the business, run by brothers Julian and Andrew. In the 1970s and early 80s, models like the 674 and 8&5XL were at the forefront of the operation, but the Browns also discavered that International's hydrostatic transmission suited their needs well. Ideal for baling, potato harvesting, sugar beet drilling, hoeing, hedge eaemacinccin cutting, and loader work, tractors equipped with this ground-breaking transmission found numerous uses and became well liked ~ with four Hydro 84 and 85 models now used on the farm for the tasks that they were designed for. When a tractor with more power was required, the farm invested in a 1982 International 125SXL. It arrived when it ‘was just a few months old, with 400 hours on the clock, and replaced a four-wheel drive 1046. ‘Over the years it has proved to bea dependable workhorse, but has required several starter motors, a couple of alternators, a cab fan motor, a front hub anda rear final drive resealing, and the brakes overhauled ~ but given that it has completed more than 40 years of service, this is nat to be scoffed at! Upon its introduction to the fleet, it ‘was paired with a Lemken semi- mounted, five-furrow plough, but it proved too much for the old imple and subsequently tore the headstock off Ie was then used with a mounted. Kverneland five-furrow, vari-width, reversible plough, and press for many years, and with a trailer during harvest. (Over the decades it has found many ‘more uses, including moving material with a Bailey dump trailer, polling a Vaiderstad Rollex 620, and operating the farm's Bunning Lowlander 105 manure spreader, With 125hp (DIN) and 456Nm (336lb/ft) of torque available, the > ‘The Browns’ 1982 IH 1255XL with the Bunning Lowlander, ‘spreading cattle manure, Ayi2423 THATCHER 291980s POW Focus ee peri furrow reversible plough, Peed (qeataematineteua ts the bulk of fobs the Browns perform, but wen more grunts required, there are eee eee eet Perera ee pe eee eee penile Eeateaeismmm ts eee erietn eee gee ee es eee ar seve oeeceaten y this point] {Case and New Holland ae te (eae erence eae DRS ies Amerlean musctet ‘The 8288 and 5488 vith Implements to suit Ther power output. ICONS MACERY 2028 which direction Case IH was heading in, soa used 160hp (DIN) John Deere 4450 ‘was purchased directly from its frst adding a splash of green and yellow to an otherwise all-red fleet. ‘The 4450 worked well with the existing Kverneland plough, but before long a new combination arrived in the form of aan IH 6588 and semi-mounted Kverneland seven-furrow, reversible plough, with pres. BACKTORED ‘The American ‘242’ tractor produced 177hp from its International DT-466B turbocharged straight six, which was perfectly adequate for the plough and press, but It was deemed to be too ‘rough’ for such use and was subsequently mothballed, Aschance would have it, the Browns were presented with an ‘opportunity to purchase an International S288 and it was this that would become the farm's ploughing tractor. The 1985 model, rated at I80hp (DIN), was a good match for the Kverneland and continues to perform well with the plough, despite weneitgemlins on