Classic machinery

Simon Henley reveals how the 1974 Perkins-powered International Harvester 475 was a tractor born out of necessity, during a time of labour disputes and an unstable global economy.   

The Massey Ferguson 1200 was manufactured in Britain from 1972 until 1979. Recognised by MF enthusiasts today as an icon of its era, Simon Henley explores more about the history and development of this tractor.

Cheffins’ July vintage and classic auction saw more than 1,300 lots of vintage and classic tractors, machinery, motorcycles, cars and collector’s items go under the hammer at its sale ground in Sutton, near Ely. The sale

Classic tractors took centre stage at the latest Cheffins vintage sale, that saw more than 2,000 lots up for sale for the first time since lockdown restriction were eased. Alex Heath reports.