A record crowd, new exhibits, great atmosphere and a good auction were just some of the hallmarks of Tractor World Spring at the Three Counties Showground, says Peter Love.
Now in its 14th year, Tractor World is setting new standards under Mark Woodward’s leadership and over the weekend of 25-26 February he took the show to new heights. It certainly has by far the largest selection of trade stands that you will find at any tractor show across Europe and the show also saw a new Show Champion in the form of Dylan Davies, from Cardigan, with his 1979 David Brown 1412.
In fact, David Brown was certainly the on-form marque, as close on his heals was Geraint Jones with his 1967 David Brown Selectamatic 880, which was the major winner of the September 2015 David Brown anniversary show. A considerable amount of the work carried out on this tractor is by Matt Packer – a name that has been associated with many winners over the years.
The inspiration for these fine David Brown restorations must surely have come from Steve and Dan Thornell as, over the last eight years, they have created the high standard for the Orchid White range of classic David Brown tractors. They have certainly brought a bright smile to my face, as well as others’.
Peter Williams had done an excellent job putting together an outstanding David Brown Tractor Club display and I hope everyone appreciates the effort he had gone to. Also on the stand was Amy Speakman’s 1965 David Brown 770 – a pairing that took the Best Young Restorer (under 21) award.
Red presence
At the top of the Wye Hall was The International Harvester Club of Great Britain’s stand, an organisation that can date and help with registering your tractor. This was the first time that the club has had a substantial presence at a major show and it looks as though a club solely devoted to this marque is being firmly established in the UK. We wish them well.
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Grenagh Open Day
Once a year, Mike Forde of Grenagh, Co. Cork, opens up his sheds to let the collection of combines and tractors loose upon his barley and the resulting stubble. It's always worth going along to watch, says Justin Roberts.
Emerald Isle's Blue
In September, the crisp rustle of wellies crushing wheat stubble can mean only one thing… it's time for the plough – or at least it was until minimum tillage came along.
Veterans Stun At Feldtag
If you think you have something suitable for this column, please get in touch with Peter Love (tm.ed@kelsey.co.uk)
The Story Of An Engine
It’s a double celebration for fans of blue tractors this year, as not only is it the centenary of Ford tractor production, but also 30 years since one of the company’s most iconic and respected models was launched. Jonathan Whitlam has the first in a four-part story of the 7810.
American Dream
Tom Collins meets a man who was determined to realise his ambition.
A Good-Year For The British Rubber Co
Regular readers may recall the feature on The British Rubber Co. in our February 2017 issue, particularly, comments from Tom Card, the company’s Proprietor, on reproducing vintage tyre patterns in various sizes. In a follow-up to the article, Scott Lambert talks exclusively to Tom about exciting new developments.
New Motor
Time would prove that Leyland’s 285 and 2100 were not without their problems, but fitting a six-cylinder engine was proof that the company was prepared to take the fight to its competitors. Today, these models and their four-wheel drive siblings are icons of the 1970s and prized by collectors. Chris McCullough meets a Leyland enthusiast with a passion for the 2100.
Life By The Sea: Part Three - A New Millennium
The third and final part of the late Donald Bowler’s feature on life boat launching tractors sees him look at the latest technology employed by the RNLI, as well as the machines used at independent life boat stations up and down the country.
Biddenden Tractorfest
Peter Love for horticultural equipment enthusiasts
Classic Harvest
You’ve been sharing your photographs of this year’s harvest with us via e-mail and social media. Here’s a selection of some of our favourites.
