Classic Machinery: The Fendt Favorit 800-Series

The Fendt Favorit 800-Series have become an icon of the 1990s, but very few UK farmers could afford to buy new one. So what were they like? Simon Henley took a closer look.

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Classic Machinery: The Fendt Favorit 800-Series

In the autumn of 1993, Fendt unveiled its all-new ground-breaking Favorit 800-Series. When it was launched, this was arguably the most technologically advanced tractor range offered anywhere, built to...

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