Machine of the Month
Each feature looks in detail at a well-known agricultural or construction machine, with practical information on identification, engines, transmissions, hydraulics, common faults, buying checks and restoration.
Previous featured machines remain here permanently as a growing workshop reference archive.
Zetor 5211, 6211, 7211 & 7245 Family
The Zetor 5211, 6211, 7211 and related 4WD models such as the 7245 are well known for straightforward engineering, strong diesel engines and practical field performance. Machine of the Month This guide covers the family in general. Engines, transmissions, hydraulics, PTO systems,…
Machine of the Month Archive
Browse 16 previous featured machines. These pages remain available as permanent technical and restoration references.
Case 580 Backhoe Loader Family
The Case 580 is one of the best-known backhoe loader families ever built. Produced in many generations and configurations, the 580 became a familiar…
Caterpillar 428 & 432 Backhoe Loaders
Caterpillar 428 and 432 backhoe loaders are widely used construction machines combining a front loader, rear excavator, road travel capability and strong hydraulic performance.…
David Brown 990, 995 & 996
The David Brown 990, 995 and 996 are among the best-known tractors from the Meltham-built David Brown range. Strong four-cylinder diesels, compact dimensions and…
Ferguson TE20 Family – TE20, TEA20, TED20 & TEF20
The Ferguson TE20 family is one of the most important small tractor designs ever produced. Compact, simple and highly effective, the TE20 and its…
Ford / New Holland 40 Series – 5640, 6640, 7740, 7840, 8240 & 8340
The Ford / New Holland 40 Series became one of the best-known tractor ranges of the 1990s. Models such as the 5640, 6640, 7740,…
Ford TW Series – TW-10, TW-15, TW-20, TW-25, TW-30 & TW-35
The Ford TW Series represents some of Ford's best-known large tractors, combining six-cylinder diesel power with heavy transmissions, hydraulic PTO systems and serious field…
Fordson Major, Power Major & Super Major
The Fordson Major, Power Major and Super Major are among the best-known British tractors of the post-war period. Strong, simple and built in large…
Hitachi EX & ZX Mid-Size Excavators – EX100/120/200, ZX120/130/200 & Related Models
Hitachi EX and ZX excavators became some of the best-known hydraulic excavators in construction, quarrying, utilities and general earthmoving. Models such as the EX100,…
International Harvester 574, 674 & 784
The International Harvester 574, 674 and 784 tractors are among the best-known medium-sized IH utility tractors. They were used widely for general farm work,…
JCB 3CX Backhoe Loader
The JCB 3CX is one of the most recognisable backhoe loaders ever built. Used for construction, utilities, drainage, road work, farming and general contracting,…
JCB Loadall Telehandler Family
JCB Loadall telehandlers have become some of the most familiar materials-handling machines in agriculture and construction. Their combination of telescopic boom, four-wheel drive, multiple…
John Deere 20 & 30 Series Utility Tractors – 1020, 2020, 2120, 2130 & Related Models
John Deere 20 and 30 Series utility tractors became familiar working machines on farms throughout Europe and many export markets. Models such as the…
John Deere 40 & 50 Series – 2140, 3040, 3140, 3640, 3050, 3350, 3650 & Related Models
John Deere 40 and 50 Series tractors are widely respected utility and medium-horsepower machines, combining durable diesel engines with advanced closed-centre hydraulics and a…
Kubota B-Series Compact Tractors
Kubota B-Series compact tractors became some of the most recognisable small tractors in the world. They combined diesel engines, compact four-wheel drive, useful hydraulics…
Massey Ferguson 135 Family – MF135, MF148, MF150 & Related Variants
The Massey Ferguson 135 is one of the best-known small tractors ever built. Simple mechanical systems, the Ferguson three-point linkage, excellent parts availability and…
Massey Ferguson 35 & 65 – Classic Ferguson-System Tractors
The Massey Ferguson 35 and 65 are two of the best-known early Massey Ferguson tractors and remain exceptionally popular restoration and working machines. Machine…
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