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FARM MACHINERY JOURNAL ISSUE 104 DECEMBER 2022
Field Test: We put the New Holland T7.315 HD to work to assess its recent upgrades.
First Impression: Why a Kuhn GMD 24 disc mower is the perfect match for a restored Ford 6610.
First Impression: In the field with the new Vervaet Quad 550 self-propelled slurry spreader.
First Impression: How Massey Ferguson’s small baler has evolved to meet modern needs.
Focus On: The latest rear discharge muck spreaders for specialist spreading firms.
Modern Farming: John Deere reveals its new strategy to help customers farm more sustainably.
Fleet Profile: How modern machines and holiday cottages run seamlessly on a Yorkshire farm.
Running Report: Five Bunning Lowlander MK2 HBD muck spreaders now work side by side in one Yorkshire contractor’s spreading fleet.
Running Report: The smallest Claas Lexion combine has proved perfect for harvesting in Wales.
Opinion: Fendt dealer Ross Agri Services looks back on 50 years in business.
Operator Station: Andrew Orme invites us into the cab of his fully-loaded Valtra N154.
Operator Profile: Krone BiG M operator Calum Smalley sits down to answer FMJ’s 10 Questions.
Working Vehicle: The latest electric farm transport solutions, including pick-ups, quads & UTVs.
Second-Hand Kit: What to look for when buying a used Kramer 750 telescopic loader.
Workshop: The latest tools and accessories to keep your farm and machines running.
Custom Quad Bike: After purchasing a Yamaha Kodiak, Dutton Agri Services set about making it the ultimate soil sampling ATV.
Christmas Gift Guide: Unlimited inspiration from the machinery manufacturers’ merchandise.
Working Classics: The Clayson 1530 combine that has just completed the Thorp family’s first cereal harvest this summer.
FARM MACHINERY JOURNAL ISSUE 103 NOVEMBER 2022
Field Test: We put the new John Deere 6R 185 through its paces in fields and on the road.
First Impression: Why one farm has replaced a forage harvester with a Pottinger Jumbo wagon.
First Impression: Behind the wheel of the revamped Manitou MLA-T pivot-steer telehandler.
First Impression: Fendt unveils new combines, tractors and sprayers coming in 2023.
Focus On: The latest loaders taking farm handling with a tractor to another level.
Fleet Profile: The Somerset haylage contractor running a fleet of Kuhn grassland machines.
Running Report: Why a BiG X forager drew its owner to invest in the latest Krone BiG Pack baler.
Running Report: How a rare JF-Stoll FCT 1050 Protec trailed forager with a disc header solved a shortage of second-cut silage.
Opinion: Why so many farms are overlooking the true benefits of well drained fields.
Operator Station: Anthony Lewis shows us around his modified New Holland T7.270 tractor.
Operator Profile: Jason Hamilton reveals the one tractor he didn’t want to leave the farm.
Pick-up, 4x4 & ATV News: New Can-Am Traxter 6x6, updated Yamahas & barn-stored Defenders for sale.
Working Vehicle: Can’t decide between a quad and a UTV? It’s time to try the Polaris General.
Auction Report: Market trends and prices from the Cheffins machinery sale in September.
Second-Hand Kit: What to look for when buying a used Landini Legend tractor.
Eco-Friendly Fluids: Biodegradable oils and coolants are kind to the plant, but should you use them?
Workshop: Why a farm switched to Enduroloc joiners on all of its webs and destoners.
Working Classics: The 1979 Claas Dominator 85 that has just completed another harvest.
FARM MACHINERY JOURNAL ISSUE 102 OCTOBER 2022
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Field Test: Is the John Deere X9 1100 worth its £1.1m price tag? We hopped in to find out.
First Impression: Behind the wheel of the new Valtra Q305 with AGCO’s famed CVT transmission.
First Impression: The AgXeed Agbot is coming to British farms, and it’s starting in Scotland……….
First Impression: Claas unveils new combines, balers and loaders coming in 2023.
Focus On: How manufacturers have evolved their latest straw walker combines.
Behind the Scenes: Inside McCormick’s Italian design studio responsible for the new X7 and X849.
Running Report: How a drill-mounted Avadex applicator is helping a Cambridge farm.
Running Report: A set of top-spec Claas Disco mowers at work with Grosvenor Farms.
Running Report: The Fendt 312 Vario holding its own in a contracting fleet with bigger tractors.
Opinion: The importance of ensuring your farming livelihood is properly insured.
Operator Station: The LEDs your tractor deserves.
Operator Profile: How the war in Ukraine is affecting the machinery trade in neighbouring Poland.
Pick-up, 4x4 & ATV News: JLR invests in electric, new Polaris Rangers, updated Dacia & electric pick-ups.
Working Vehicle: Four options for pick-up canopies.
Second-Hand Kit: Buying a used Fendt Favorit 500C.
Calculating Losses: The Canadianb technology that will help understand and calibrate your combine.
Diet Feeder Checks: Simple steps to ensure your diet feeder is ready for a faultless winter season.
Workshop: Strimech reveals a new bucket designed to make filling bulk bags easier.
Working Classics: A fleet of John Deere tractors in Wiltshire prove new isn’t always better.
FARM MACHINERY JOURNAL ISSUE 101 SEPTEMBER 2022
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Field Test: The Deutz-Fahr 6C has a fancy new gearbox. We’ve put it through its paces.
First Impression: In Italy to see how ROC mergers are being integrated into the Kverneland Group.
First Impression: The latest grassland kit launched by Pöttinger at its recent event in Austria.
First Impression: Kuhn Farm Machinery unveils its robotic feeder wagons at work in France.
Focus On: Some of the most popular trailed 6m direct drills available on the UK market.
Modern Farming: Tracks, tyres and clever technology helping to reduce soil compaction on farms.
Running Report: After upgrading from a Lexion 770, how does Olly Harrison rate his new Claas Lexion 8700 and Convio 1230 header?
Running Report: A wheeled New Holland T8.410 Genesis at work in South Yorkshire.
Opinion: The importance of installing a new grain cleaning, drying and storage plant.
Operator Station: Now at the wheel of a Fendt 720 Vario, this operator quickly made it his own.
Operator Profile: Having asked them many times, Peter Skilton answers FMJ’s 10 questions.
Pick-up, 4x4 & ATV News: VW has revealed its new Amarok, and it might just have been worth the wait.
Working Vehicle: We climb aboard the latest Polaris Sportsman quads for an off-road excursion.
Buying Used Kit: What to look for when purchasing a second-hand Case IH JXU tractor.
Drilling for Water: How a farm borehole can solve poor water pressure or dwindling mains supply.
Mobile Dairy Parlour: Why two farmers designed and built a milking system that they can easily move.
Working Classics: A New Holland 1900S forager that is being returned to its former glory.
FARM MACHINERY JOURNAL ISSUE 100 AUGUST 2022
Field Test: The Kubota M7173 KVT gets put through its paces with a set of mowers.
First Impression: How a Case IH Puma 175 CVX saw a fleet move away from John Deere tractors.
First Impression: In the field with a New Holland BigBaler 1270 Plus and its operator.
First Impression: Pichon and Samson unveil new kit and plans for the future at UK event.
Event Report: All the latest sprayers and tech from this year’s Cereals 22 event.
Focus On: Knowing your workload is key when buying one of these hedge-cutters.
Behind the Scenes: We’ve seen the HQ and factory, but how does Merlo see its future in the UK?
Fleet Profile: Why an East Yorkshire fleet has relied on swathers for more than 40 years.
Running Report: How an 828 Vario saw a farm buy its first Fendt for more than 20 years.
Running Report: A Sumo LDS 3 has transformed the soil and drilling operation for its owner.
Opinion: Why rising farming costs could see fields left unplanted in the future.
Operator Station: Inside an immaculate, customised 70th Anniversary Edition Valtra T235.
Operator Profile: Pete McKie talks us through how he built up his contracting business.
Pick-up, 4x4 & ATV News: New Defender 130, Ineos and more.
Working Vehicle: Does the popular Isuzu D-Max V-Cross offer much more than a Utility?
Keep Your Yard Clean: How bucket brushes turn loaders into useful and efficient road sweepers.
Working Classics: A rare Same Iron 165.7 flexes its Italian muscles in North Yorkshire.
Game Changers: The 1955 Fordson Major that might have been the first ever autonomous tractor.
FARM MACHINERY JOURNAL ISSUE 99 JULY 2022
Field Test: The JCB 403 Plus loader proves why it’s a step up from its predecessor.
First Impression: FMJ explores one of the first Massey Ferguson 75 tractors in the UK.
First Impression: JCB has been busy. Here are three new launches, including updated Fastracs.
Focus On: A fixed-frame, 3m subsoiler might sound simple, but the options are plentiful.
Behind the Scenes: In Italy to see Merlo’s revamped HQ, factory and updated product lines.
Modern Farming: Ten drills work side-by-side in the same Lincolnshire field for this comparison.
Event Report: LAMMA returned this year, with an impressive display of machinery at the NEC.
Running Report: How an operator’s latest 2021 Claas Jaguar 870 compares to his previous 860.
Opinion: Why events like Open Farm Sunday are key to inspiring the future workforce.
Operator Station: Bright lights and extra storage adorn this customised John Deere 6215R.
Operator Profile: From the office to 20-year operator, here’s why Lindsey Cooper is still baling.
Pick-up, 4x4 & ATV News: All the launches and news from this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show.
Buying Used Kit: Your guide to second-hand ploughs.
Latest Engine Tech: Diesel isn’t dead; however, it could be soon if these alternative engines take off.
Boosting Performance: Why more farmers are turning to sophisticated engine remapping technology to gain extra power and torque from tractors.
Working Classics: While blue 60-Series tractors are common, this rare terracotta New Holland M160 is one of the few working in the UK.
Game Changers: How Caterpillar changed the fortune of tracked machinery with its variable horsepower concept in the late 1970s.
FARM MACHINERY JOURNAL ISSUE 98 JUNE 2022
Field Test: Kubota R090 pivot-steer loader gets put through its paces on a dairy farm.
First Impression: FMJ visits the Opico FarmDroid FD20 robot at work on a Lincolnshire farm.
First Impression: Can a four-rotor Pottinger TOP 1252C rake outrun this leet’s forager?
First Impression: In the field with the new Vaderstad Inspire 12m drill to sow spring barley.
Focus On: A 3m rear mower conditioner is a versatile bit of kit. Here are some of the best.
Event Report: All the winners from this year’s Farm Machine 2022 awards ceremony.
Fleet Profile: We return to Scotland to observe the potato harvesting kit of Haig Hamilton.
Running Report: A Somerset farmer went from a trailed forager to a Fendt wagon. Here’s how it compares to his previous method.
Running Report: Why a two-rotor Claas Liner rake is the perfect match for a John Deere forager.
Opinion: How a mulching mower can help to reduce rising production costs for farmers.
Operator Station: In the cab of a John Deere 8R 370 with some subtle, practical modifications to what is already a very luxurious tractor.
Operator Profile: Farmer and contractor Colin Fisher may not be described as an enthusiast, but he does have over 50 years of experience.
Pick-up, 4x4 & ATV News: D-Max sales soar, new UK trailers and Commercial Vehicle Show returns.
Working Vehicle: The Suzuki Jimmy is a superb off-roader, but could it be more practical?
Used Buying Guide: What to look for when buying a second-hand John Deere 7710 or 7810.
Service Your Wagon: While a forage wagon may have less to go wrong, it’s still vital to give it a quick check and service to prevent breakdowns.
Working Classics: We join a dyno day to find out how much power classic tractors still have.
Game Changers: How the Fordson Toolbar gave farms a different option for implements.
FARM MACHINERY JOURNAL ISSUE 97 MAY 2022
Field Test: JCB Loadall 532 60 Agri Super with DualTech VT transmission on test.
First Impression: FMJ visits a Case IH Puma 175 CVXDrive used for a wide range of tasks.
First Impression: A custom New Holland FR650 equipped to harvest a crop of willow.
First Impression: A former Challenger operator shows off his new Fendt Rogator 655 sprayer.
Focus On: How the latest bale handlers can reduce costs by being more gentle on wrap.
Behind the Scenes: What goes into selling at auction, plus a walk around Cheffins’ sale yard.
Fleet Profile: A pair of Vervaet beet harvesters at the heart of a Suffolk contractor’s fleet.
Running Report: In the field with a Kuhn power harrow, seed bar and front tank combo.
Running Report: How a set of Michelin RoadBib tyres have transformed a JCB Fastrac.
Operator Station: In the cab of a New Holland T7.175 modified for hedge and verge cutting.
Opinion: The importance of having a suitable and up to date first aid kit.
Operator Profile: Machinery tester James Rickard gets to drive his pick of tractors, but there are some he likes more than others.
Pick-up, 4x4 & ATV News: Unimog joins a pig farm, quad bike thefts surge and Yamaha’s 10-year warranty.
Used Buying Guide: What to look for in a second-hand Kverneland fertiliser spreader.
Precision Farming: The adoption of technology on farms is seeing some clever developments, as we found with this round-up of latest updates.
Working Classics: High prices and a shortage of new kit have made these tractors more desirable.
Game Changers: Why operators have International Harvester to thank for their tractors’ PTOs.
FARM MACHINERY JOURNAL ISSUE 96 APRIL 2022
Field Test: In the field with the latest Vervaet Beet-Eater 625 EVO beet harvesters.
First Impression: FMJ visits the first Goweil G1 F125 baler-wrappers to go to work in the UK.
First Impression: A legacy of great all-round tractors is continued by the Massey Ferguson 5S.
First Impression: A pair of Vicon round balers are at the forefront of one South Yorkshire fleet.
Focus On: Why fixed chamber round balers remain a popular choice on British farms.
Behind the Scenes: A shift on the production line of the JCB TM, which builds 10 loaders every day.
Running Report: The Lemken Heliodor disc harrow impressing North Yorkshire dairy farmers.
Running Report: Why the operator of a 2021 Case IH 9250 combine is looking forward to harvest.
Operator Station: We round-up some of the most popular tractor modifications on offer.
Opinion: The wide range of attachments making excavators even more versatile for farmers and contractors.
Operator Profile: How Ade Shuker went from one tractor and hedge-cutter to a fleet of T7s.
Pick-up, 4x4 & ATV News: Grenadier starts production, police on Suzuki Quads and a new Ranger Raptor.
Working Vehicle: The Wolftrak reminds us why the current Ford Ranger became so popular.
Used Buying Guide: What to look for when purchasing a second-hand Vicon i-Xter B sprayer.
Red Diesel Restrictions: Agriculture has been allowed to keep red diesel but the rules have tightened. Here's what you need to know to stay legal.
Working Classics: Why the John Deere 7010-Series remains a popular workhorse on farms.
Game Changers: How Ransomes & Rapier’s Farm Crane changed the way manure is handled.
FARM MACHINERY JOURNAL ISSUE 95 MARCH 2022
Field Test: The latest Manitou MLT 630 goes to work on a Lancashire dairy farm.
First Impression: FMJ joins a Scottish demonstration of two new Agrifac self-propelled sprayers.
First Impression: JCB Chairman Lord Bamford presents the JCB hydrogen strategy.
First Impression: Behind the wheel of the first new John Deere 6R 185 to land in the UK.
Focus On: Why trailed fertiliser spreaders are becoming more popular on British farms.
Modern Farming: The latest sprayer tech helping to improve application, accuracy and efficiency.
Running Report: Few choose a self-propelled mower, but this Krone BiG M 450 has proved a hit.
Running Report: The Kuhn I-Bio+ has gained a loyal following. These operators explain why.
Operator Station: Dubbed the ‘Carbon Edition’, this John Deere 6155R sports a striking wrap.
Opinion: How farmers can benefit from an online resource that helps locate hidden underground pipes and cables.
Operator Profile: A Suffolk farmer explains why a John Deere 8RX is exceeding expectations.
Pick-up, 4x4 & ATV News: Rally-inspired Hilux, more sales for the Isuzu D Max and the new VW Amarok.
Working Vehicle: With sales soaring, here’s what the mid-range Isuzu D Max DL20 has to offer.
Used Buying Guide: What to look for when purchasing a second-hand Deutz-Fahr 7250 tractor.
Sprayer Service: Keep sprayers running this season and avoid breakdowns with 18 expert tips for routine maintenance and servicing.
Model Zone: The latest scale models that won’t look out of place in any miniature fleet.
Working Classics: Why a farm sold its New Holland combine and bought an older model instead.
Game Changers: The Massey Ferguson 135 is an icon, with many still in regular use on farms today!?
FARM MACHINERY JOURNAL ISSUE 94 FEBRUARY 2022
Field Test: The first Bobcat L85 loader to land in the UK comes to visit for a working test.
First Impression: A special New Holland T6.180 built to celebrate a dealer's 100th anniversary.
First Impression: A Scottish farmer puts two new John Deere combine harvesters to work.
First Impression: Baling in Yorkshire with the award-winning New Holland Big Baler 1290HD.
Focus On: How a grain pusher for your loader can improve on-farm storage.
Modern Farming: The robotic Agxeed AgBot proves that driverless tractors are a viable option.
Event Preview: Forty years of the LAMMA show.
Fleet Profile: How Fendt tractors infiltrated a fleet of older Ford and New Holland machines.
Running Report: Bigger drill, bigger tractor, so Tim Wardle chose this Case IH Magnum 310.
Running Report: Why a four-furrow Kverneland 150B plough suits a Cheshire farmer.
Operator Station: A customised Massey Ferguson 7719S fitted with some simple upgrades.
Opinion: How to reduce farm water bills by utilising a rainwater harvesting system.
Operator Profile: A Warwickshire farmer reveals his best tractor, top tools and dream machines.
Pick-up, 4x4 & ATV News: Everything you need to know about the new Ford Ranger, including V6 power.
Working Vehicle: After the ultimate go-anywhere farm vehicle? Try the Canadian Fat Truck.
Used Buying Guide: What to look for when purchasing a second-hand Kuhn Primor straw spreader.
Central Tyre Inflation: Michelin demonstrates the benefits of its new CTIS, plus two new half-track options for lower powered tractors.
Working Classics: Why a John Deere 7700 still plays a key role on this Leicestershire farm.
Game Changers: The Catchpole harvester design that changed the way beet was collected.
FARM MACHINERY JOURNAL ISSUE 93 JANUARY 2022
Field Test: Can an electric JCB Loadall 525-60E convince us battery power is the future?
First Impression: How Fendt has updated its 1000 Vario to make operating it so much easier.
First Impression: Case IH has updated its Optum range to the impressive AFS Connect spec.
First Impression: Amazone will launch new sprayers next year. We got a sneak peek in advance.
Focus On: Why flail mowers are becoming more popular, plus six you should consider.
Modern Farming: The latest slurry spreading to help boost farm efficiency and save you money.
Behind the Scenes: Forty years after pioneering yield monitoring, FMJ sat down with Jeff Claydon to find out how his business has changed.
Running Report: After 21 years of reliable service, could the owners of a New Holland TX66 combine be swayed by a shiny new CR8.80?
Running Report: After considering a second-hand Unimog, this Scottish farm chose a new U530 and put it straight to work.
Operator Station: The pristine John Deere 6155Rs belonging to an inventive father and son.
Opinion: The new technology making off-road machinery cheaper to service.
Operator Profile: A Lancashire farmer reveals his best tractor, top tools and dream machines.
Pick-up, 4x4 & ATV News: Grenadier gets hydrogen power, Unimog party, and new Isuzu D-Max deals.
Working Vehicle: Is a Land Rover Defender Hardtop the best farm workhorse money can buy?
Used Buying Guide: What to look for when purchasing a second-hand Same Silver 105 tractor.
Vehicle Speed Limits: Think you know UK speed limits? Some pick-ups and vans fall into the LGV category and are subject to lower limits.
Workshop: Tools, parts, upgrades & top tips to keep your tractors and machinery working.
Working Classics: Nick Dodd has been using a 1983 Deutz-Fahr DX160 on his farm for 15 years.
Game Changers: Marston Trailers built their success on a proven range of robust designs.
