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THE BLUE FORCE Working Day is planned to take place on Sunday 5 September, from 10am-4pm at Mowness Hall, Stonham Aspal, Suffolk IP14 5JJ, by kind invitation of R H Forrest & Co, writes Peter Earl. The event is intended to be a fun working day, with Ernest Doe agreeing to support the event with both static and working exhibits to compliment the vintage and classic working tractors. This is subject to any changes in government restrictions or guidelines. All Fordson, Ford and New Holland models and conversions are welcome to attend, with an entry fee of £20 for exhibitors and £5 per car for visitors. The proceeds from the event will go towards two chosen charities. For further information and entry forms, please visit the Blue Force website: blueforce.uk.com…

First JCB telehandler • JCB 520 in 1977 • Two-wheel drive • 2.25-tonne lift, 6.4m lift height Second generation in 1981 • JCB 520-2 and 520-4 • 4WD with larger rear wheels • Q-fit implement carriage Late ’80s developments • 1986: Synchro-Shuttle trans. • 1987: Servo joystick control • 1989: Multi-mode steering Into the ’90s • 1996: Loadall 526S with 106hp • 1997: First side-engined Loadall with beer powertrain access and further improved visibility 2000 & beyond • 2005: 4.4-litre Dieselmax • 2008: World’s no.1 telehandler • 2016: DualTech VT transmission…

What’s the plough? Can anyone shed any light on the likely make of this plough? It is a semi-mounted, conventional, five-furrow model with an orangey-red paint scheme. We had it on the farm, throughout the ’70s, when I was growing up. Unusually, it has a land wheel, as well as the hydraulic rear towing wheel. I have searched all images of conventional ploughs online, but can and nothing like it out there. I appreciate many would have ended up on the scrap heap, but I believe this one was sold on and used behind a Ford 7000 for vintage ploughing matches. I don’t have any images of it close up. Paul Clinch I believe it’s a Doe plough, or based on one. There are still a few about in Essex/Suffolk.…

A friend called round recently, explaining that he couldn’t engage the gears on his ’83 Ford 6610. He had been doing some topping of his paddocks and areas around his yard when his clutch seemed not to be disengaging. The tractor in question features the eight-speed ‘crash’ gearbox with floor-mounted gear levers and electrically-operated Dual Power. A visit to the tractor soon confirmed his problem, as there was no way the gears could be engaged with the engine running, and of course the safety switch prevented it being started in gear, so some action was required to rectify the problem. The tractor is now in semi-retirement, having been used in the past on a snowplough and to spread salt on local roads. DISMANTLED The suddenness of the trouble brought some…

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As I write there is so much going on sale wise that it’s difficult to keep up with it all! At the Cheffins-run Shrubbs Farm sale, in Essex on 3 July, the original 1983 County 1474 saw the hammer fall at £196,000 – considerably more than the £100,000 I had predicted! I’m speechless! Prices realised at the sale were in the same vein, with an example worth bringing to your attention. A 1949 McCormick W-4, an import from Canada at some point, is usually worth £3,000 in this condition, but the example sold in Essex reached a phenomenal £7,000! On the flip side, a restored IH 634 Four-wheel drive, purchased at the Rackham sale in 2015, sold for £15,000 – £500 less than its purchase price last time. There were…

After 31 years with Cheffins, Bill Pepper, partner and head of the machinery department, retired from the company on 30 June after conducting his last sale on Monday 14 June. Bill’s first year at Cheffins was in 1987 on the company’s old site in Cambridge, prior to attending The Royal Agricultural College for three years at Cirencester. He joined the company full time on 3 August 1990, at 24 years of age, and his early experience of the auction world were on the wheels and tyres section of the Cambridge Machinery sales site. He started as an assistant chartered surveyor, before joining the machinery sales team in 1995. He was later promoted to be head of Cheffins’ machinery department at its present location at Sutton. As an aside, Cheffins’ MD,…

Cheffins, which conducts the largest monthly sale of used tractors and agricultural machinery in the world, has reported sales of more than £9.4m in Q2 2021 at the Cambridge Monthly Machinery Sales – the company’s dedicated site near Ely, Cambridgeshire. The total for the quarter shows an uplift of 25 per cent in comparison to sales in Q1 2021, which grossed £7.5m. More than 40 per cent of the sales in Q2 were exported out of the UK. Each of the auctions in the quarter achieved strong results, with April grossing £2.8m, May £3.9m and June £2.7m. Oliver Godfrey, Director, Cheffins commented: “The second quarter of this year has been characterised by a lack of stock and as a result, growing values across all sections of the sales. As stock…

With the first Collectors’ sale of classic and vintage machinery hosted by Euro Auctions at Castle Irvine Estate, Co. Fermanagh, hailed as a resounding success, the company has announced a second sale at the same location on 28 August. If the previous sale is anything to go by, Euro Auctions expects to gain interest from an international audience of educated buyers. The auction will be held as a ‘physical’ sale, with preview days prior to the auction, and, for those unable to attend, this unique sale will be conducted online in real time, with Euro Auctions marketing the event to a database of regular buyers in more than 115 countries, enabling consignors to tap into an international market. Owners are already consigning to this sale their classic, vintage, and antique…

The sale of the year so far took place on Saturday 3 July, when Cheffins conducted an auction for the Liddell family, at the immaculate Shrubbs Farm, near Bishops Stortford, Essex. The early highlights included Roadless front weight blocks, the best making £1,150, a Ford weather cab at £3,700, an AP cab at £3,500 and some Super-Q lights at £820. When the drizzle had stopped it was time for a short-nosed 1983 County 1474 (no. 48724) to come under the hammer. The tractor, featured on the cover and page 38 of this issue, was purchased in 1993 and at one time they were two 1474s on the farm. It was used with a Dowdeswell five-furrow plough until a Ford 8830 Power Shift took over the cultivating duties. The County had…

July 26-2 Aug – Online Collective Auction. Pentland Auctions, pentlandlivestock.co.uk 28-6 Aug – Timed Online Auction of Contractors Plant & Equipment. Thimbleby & Shorland, bidtsauction.co.uk 29-Aug – Leslie Willis Collection - Timed Online Auction Sale of Stationary Engines, Classic Tractors, Bygones & Spares. Cheffins, cheffins.co.uk 30 – Kidderminster Machinery Sale. The Gallops, Stanklyn Lane, Stone, Kidderminster DY10 4AR. Halls, tel: 01562 820880. 30 – Cornwall Online Machinery Collective Auction. Edward Buckland, edwardbuckland.co.uk 31 – Dunswell Auction. The Cattle Market, Dunswell, Hull HU6 0AW. Frank Hill, tel: 01964 630531. 31 – Liskeard & District Collective Machinery & Sheep Sale. Bolitho Farm, Liskeard, Cornwall PL14 3GR. Kivells, tel: 07813 068935. 31 – Dispersal of 10 Vintage Tractors, Machinery & Equipment. Bulland Farm, Liskeard area. Kivells, tel: 0781 3068935. 31 – Dispersal Sale…

Tractor Collection: Issue 1 FORDSON DEXTA The first in a new series of bookazines 100pages * A4 format * perfect bound * full colour throughout Edited by Chris Graham, editor of Ford & Fordson Magazine, this new bookazine spotlights the Fordson Dexta; one of the most desirable, affordable and popular vintage tractors from the late 1950s and early ‘60s. The Dexta’s appealing combination of straightforward design, reliable engineering and classic, visual appeal mean that it’s become a firm favourite with enthusiasts around the world. This bookazine celebrates all aspects of the wonderful Dexta, and its 100, all-colour pages are packed with information about buying, owning, running and restoring these iconic machines. On sale at WH Smith High Street stores or direct from the publisher Single copy price just £8.99* inc…

GOT A STORY? THEN WRITE TO THE EDITOR: Scott Lambert, Kelsey Publishing Ltd., The Granary, Downs Court, Yalding Hill, Yalding, Kent ME18 6AL EMAIL: tm.ed@kelsey.co.uk IN BRIEF Jobs at JCB JCB started a fresh recruitment drive for 500 new shop floor employees on 28 June, as demand for its machinery continues to soar. The company is setting on the additional agency employees at its 11 plants in Staffordshire, Derbyshire and Wrexham – on top of the 850 shop floor jobs already created so far in 2021. To apply for a job, text JCB to 82228. Tractor registrations According to the Agricultural Engineers Association, the recent surge in registrations of agricultural tractors continued in June, with 1,473 machines logged during the month. This was 43 per cent higher than the same…

THE ANNUAL VALE of Glamorgan Ploughing and Hedging Society Ploughing Match will be held on Sunday 12 September 2021, by kind permission of Nick Thomas and family, at Splott Farm, Llantwit Major CF61 1ZB, and will abide by the Welsh Government’s Covid-19 guidelines in force at the time. All ploughing will be carried out on grassland, not stubble, and the classes in the programme will total nine: Horse, Ferguson TE-20, Open Vintage Trailer, Open Vintage Hydraulic, Classic, World Style, Novice, Commercial, and High Cut. The society is also welcoming back the demonstration steam ploughing event, which was successful at the last match in 2019. This demonstration shows how ploughing was undertaken around the country many years ago. The success of ploughing events is due to sponsorship by companies and individuals…

As a motor mechanic, Paul Leeder has the necessary skills to overhaul a tractor, but he failed to realise that the attributes he uses in his other role as a retained firefighter would come into play during the restoration of this 1960 MF 35. Anyone that has restored a tractor will know that resilience and determination are required to see a project through, but Paul had not bargained on so many factors determining the quality of the end result. There is a multitude of things to think about and a host of companies to liaise with in order to achieve the desired outcome, but he worked quickly and methodically to get things together in a short space of time. The Massey Ferguson 35 is a model that Paul has fond…

After languishing in the orchard for a few years unused, I have now made some progress on the refurbishment of my MF 17 trailer. Part one saw me moving the axle to its forward position, which reduced the wheelbase, and will make the trailer more manoeuvrable when it goes back to work. PARKING BRAKES The trailer is equipped with drum brakes, purely for parking, and has a hand-operated brake lever located on the drawbar. This operates the drum brakes via a rod, which divides at the axle to serve both sides. Readers of part one will remember me removing the 18-inch section of rod when the axle was moved, and then joining the rod back onto the axle. The first task was to remove the wheels to access the brakes,…

As if the winter weather wasn’t frustrating enough, with the amount of rain we received, early summer looked promising and I had hoped to make more progress than I have with the painting of the David Brown 780. In recent weeks the weather has gone backwards on us, with about one good day in three or four! Another factor influencing progress has also been the time able to work on it, as spring and early summer always brings more distractions. FOOTPLATES With a good start made on the skid unit in the last issue, I looked around to see what parts I could renovate and refit to the tractor, thus reducing the amount of parts littering my shed up. One such part was the footplate assembly. This had been removed…

James Durrant has moved from the land agency side of Clarke & Simpson to become a director of Clarke & Simpson Auctions Ltd. and has brought all his auction work across with him. Aged 37, with a degree in physical geography from University of Wales, Aberystwyth, James joined Clarke & Simpson for two weeks’ work experience in November 2005 and loved it so much that he knew that this is what he wanted to do as a career, rather than go into law. He continued to work for C&S until he undertook at a Masters in Rural Estate Management at Royal Agricultural College, Cirencester, while still continuing to work for the company during his holidays. He was elected as a Professional Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and…

On Wednesday 11 August near Malvern, Worcestershire, George Price’s retirement sale takes place, consisting of more than 120 lots – including a raft of lovely tractors and a Ransomes, Sims and Jefferies threshing drum. The oldest tractor is a fine 1924 Fordson F, followed by a raft of very good Fordson Standards, including three WW2 Utility models that all run and look good in different guises. These are followed by an E27N, County crawler, Fordson Dexta, 2000 Dexta, 3000 and a 4000. To add to the line-up there is a group of Fergusons, including some orchard models, an MF 135 and a very original Fiat 80-90. For further details, please telephone 07836 380730.…

Cheffins has announced that Joe Page, from the company’s machinery department, has been made director from 1 July 2021, taking over from the retiring Bill Pepper. Joe joined the Cheffins machinery department 10 years ago and has risen through the ranks to being an integral part of the team, which hosts the monthly machinery sales at Sutton, near Ely. Joe will now have a significant role within the senior team at the company’s saleground at Sutton, Cambridgeshire, working closely with Bill King and Oliver Godfrey. He is also an excellent auctioneer in his own right. Cheffins’ chairman, Bill King, said: “Joe Page has become an integral part of the monthly machinery sales team and ensures the smooth and successful running of the auctions each month from our saleground in Sutton,…

The tractors are traditionally sold on the first day of a Euro Auctions’ sale at the company’s Leeds site, with around 90 machines going under the hammer in June. Of these many looked to be older restorations, but some were still in their original condition. This resulted in an extremely varied sale and even a couple of crawlers caused interest. The first was an original-looking 1954 IH BTD-6 that made £2,000, while a Massey Ferguson 154C, with only 1,386 hours on the clock, did somewhat better when it sold for £6,250 – although the tracks appeared to require a full overhaul. Some older Massey Fergusons started things off in the wheeled section. One was a rather work-weary MF 157 that made £2,500, while older still was an MF 35 that…

PART I-L The prices are based on tractors sold at sales, on the Internet, privately and in some overseas markets too. Naturally, prices change as time progresses and it’s not always an upward trend, but you will get a good indication of what’s going on with the current market by referring to our guide. Here are a few pointers on buying a tractor to help you. If you are looking for a tractor to buy for restoration, or work, there’s a vast choice. However, if you are looking for something specific, do weigh up your options first, particularly if you have a limited budget. If it’s a popular model, then it’s not always to your advantage to go for the first one you see. Whatever is wrong with the tractor,…

David Whale, chairman of the FBHVC, recently said there has been some confusion circulating regarding preservation vehicle statistics. In relation to this, the FBHVC has produced its recent Historic Vehicles – The Facts document. The facts are available on the FBHVC website and relate to vehicles that are 30 years and older, remembering that in the UK the vehicle has to be 40 years old to qualify for nil VED (Vehicle Excise Duty). Nevertheless, 30 years is accepted worldwide, as such, as the date that a vehicle becomes historic. The FBHVC says that there are some 1,538,927 historic vehicles on the DVLA database: 50.3 per cent are cars; 27.1 per cent motorcycles; 9.4 per cent agricultural tractors and the remainder (20,300) of vehicles are buses, commercial vehicles, vans, steam and…

Following a year in which LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) has encouraged thousands of people to join virtual farm tours across the country, the sustainable farming organisation has reported that more than 100 farms opened their gates on 27 June for LEAF Open Farm Sunday 2021 – farming’s annual open day. For the first LEAF Open Farm Sunday since June 2019, thousands of people took the opportunity to visit a working farm and see first-hand all that is involved in the sustainable production of the food they eat and what farmers do to look after the wider environment. Given the current Covid-19 regulations, less farms than usual chose to open, with pre-booking a key requirement to limit visitor numbers, but this did not diminish the enthusiasm farmers put in to…

DIFFICULTY RATING ONE SPANNER Easy TWO SPANNERS Straightforward THREE SPANNER Moderate FOUR SPANNERS Challenging FIVE SPANNERS Nigh on impossible 70 6610 CLUTCH Andrew Hall and Barrie Everson are called upon to overhaul the clutch on a Ford 6610, but things don’t go quite as planned. 75 MF 17 TRAILER REBUILD It’s brake time as the drums are inspected and prepared for further use. 78 EXPERTS’ ADVICE You’ve sent in your technical questions and the Tractor & Machinery team provides answers. 81 780 RESCUE The little David Brown’s footplates are tackled and work begins on the rare, optional seat. 84 NEW PRODUCTS Items of interest for your tractor and the workshop, including a press. A tool like this is a serious investment, but great to have at your disposal.…

TOOL CHESTS & CABINETS See below for prices Machine Mart Tel: 0115 956 5555 machinemart.co.uk This professional-quality, heavy-duty, lockable tool chest and cabinet is ideal for use in a workshop and is perfect for keeping tools secure and tidy. Features include: • Extra-large drawer pulls with protective anti-slip drawer liners and ball bearing runners for super-smooth sliding action• Double-wall steel construction• Big 5in industrial chrome spoked wheels with foot brakes, rubber grip side handles and extra-large chrome steel side handles for easy movement• Safety ‘push-lock’ drawer design preventing drawers accidentally opening when tilted and all drawers lock simultaneously when top lid is closed• Reinforced base• Protective top mat prevents the top chest from moving and provides a non-slip working surface• Full-length piano hinge lids for smooth opening, security and strength•…

Peter Love Editor The joint founder of T&M and many other magazines. He has been involved in vehicle preservation since 1954 and has a wealth of experience as an owner, organiser, tour operator and much more. He is dedicated to vehicle preservation. David Reed Northern correspondent David has worked with Peter Love since 1995 when they met at the late lamented Sandringham Rally. He is an ex-York school teacher and has interests in tractors and commercial vehicles. Joseph Lewis Southern correspondent Joe has been part of Peter Love’s set-up since 1996 and has contributed to many of his endeavours. He is a valued member of the Tractor Mart team. GET IN TOUCH If you have a tractor you would like to be featured in our successful Sales Highlights section please…

A 1990 John Deere 3050 was auctioned at Cheffins Cambridge Machinery Sale on 14 June 2021, with all proceeds being donated to Alzheimer’s Research UK. The tractor, generously donated by an anonymous client, was knocked down at an amazing £17,200. Bill Pepper said: “I am bowled over by the incredible generosity of this client in donating a tractor to the sale and hope that many people will join me in giving extra funds to this amazing charity.” Cheffins also set up a ‘Just Giving’ page for the charity, should any other clients wish to make a donation to this important cause. Cheffins’ Bill King said: “We have now raised an additional £4,380 for Alzheimer’s Research UK from the ‘Just Giving’ page in honour of Bill Pepper’s retirement. Thank you so…

H J Pugh & Co. has been given instructions to dispose of Colin Mead’s collection on Saturday 7 August. It was scheduled for 2020, but owing to Covid-19 was postponed at the time. The sale includes a rare Howard DT22, from Australia, a lovely styled John Deere D, County Super-Six, International BTD-20 crawler and many more interesting lots. It all happens at Chalfont St, Peter, Buckinghamshire, and for further details please call 01531 631122 or 07836 380730.…

On Saturday 26 June, Kivells of Holsworthy was instructed to conduct the dispersal of vintage and classic tractors and modern machinery on behalf of the late Ron Jordan of Germansweek, Devon. A large crowd of buyers, online, on the phone and in the field, ensured good prices were seen from start to finish. Ron was a well-known and respected agricultural engineer; collector and restorer, who sadly lost his fight to cancer in December 2020, aged 69. Top price on the day was £22,600 for a 1990 Ford 7810 with original documents and only 7,113 hours on the clock. It was Ron’s favourite tractor and, pleasingly, remained within the local area. Next was a 1979 Roadless 78 Ploughmaster that sold for £8,100. It was sold as a two-wheel drive tractor, but…

We have laid out the guide in six bands and a more detailed explanation of these is set out below. However, please note that in our sale review pages we sometimes use a double number code, for example 2.4. This would mean, needs work (2) and is an older restoration (4). Band 1 A tractor that normally isn’t running, but can be restored. Band 2 A tractor that is running and needs some work. Band 3 The critical one, it’s for original-type tractors – tractors that are essentially very straight and original, have good tinwork, have in most cases not been resprayed during their working lives, run well and normally have low hours. There can be exceptions to the rule, but original-type tractors in most cases command higher prices and…