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4wd fordson
Posted: Thu Oct 03, 2024 4:52 pm
by John b
A friend got sent this photo today of a New Holland and trailer load of potatoes getting a helping hand. Any one know what the Major is? (We have no idea!)
Re: 4wd fordson
Posted: Thu Oct 03, 2024 8:27 pm
by Hair Bear
These used to turn up regularly at auctions in the early 80s. I'm led to believe they were used to tension overhead pylon cables.
Re: 4wd fordson
Posted: Thu Oct 03, 2024 8:45 pm
by John b
That would explain the rear winch, thanks Rob
Re: 4wd fordson
Posted: Thu Oct 03, 2024 10:04 pm
by Billy26F5
I think that's it, here's one in action along with many other Major's:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmwrnqMMjyE 14:30-37:30. As far as I can see there's no 4wd, but that might just be I can't see well enough. Looks to be Power Major based, can't see well enough for more precise dating.
Sandy