The importance of ballast!
Chris Graham on 2nd September 2021
Bob Tuck takes a nostalgic look at the history and importance of ballast for heavy-haulage operators, and how its best contained.
Plant & Machinery
Ex-BR Class 33 diesel loco
Chris Graham on 31st August 2021
We report on a new arrival at the popular Bluebell Railway, an ex-BR Class 33 diesel loco that's set to make itself useful in many ways.
Open Day & Steam Gathering report
Chris Graham on 28th August 2021
James Hamilton reports from very enjoyable Open Day & Steam Gathering, which took place at the Bursledon Brickworks Museum in late June.
Great eight-leggers!
Chris Graham on 23rd August 2021
Ed Burrows spotlights more great eight-leggers, including the Guy 8x8, the Scammell and Foden 8x6s, plus a variety of US tractors and trucks.
International Harvester’s cultivators
Chris Graham on 11th August 2021
With autumn just around the corner, Scott Lambert takes a look at some of International Harvester’s cultivators and chisel ploughs.
1977 Claas Mercator 60 combine
Chris Graham on 10th August 2021
Joseph Lewis enjoys a hands-on encounter with a 1977 Claas Mercator 60 combine that was purchased in East Devon.
Bedford J2 coach sells well
Chris Graham on 7th August 2021
We report from a recent John Goodwin sale at Malvern, at which the stars were a rare, Bedford J2 coach and stationary engines.
Interesting Massey Ferguson prototypes
Chris Graham on 6th August 2021
John Farnworth spotlights a selection of the most notable and interesting Massey Ferguson prototypes from down the ages.
Amberley back on track
Chris Graham on 3rd August 2021
We're delighted to report that things are getting back on track at the excellent Amberley Museum near Arundel, in West Sussex.
Exotic eight-leggers!
Chris Graham on 2nd August 2021
Bob Tuck looks at some of the most exotic eight-leggers you’re ever likely to see, spot-lighting some incredible loadbed vehicles.
Cheffins’ Bill Wood sale
Chris Graham on 18th July 2021
Here's a brief report on some of the most interesting tractors and items of equipment that sold at Cheffins' Bill Wood sale.
Aveling Barford GRT road roller
Chris Graham on 17th July 2021
Martyn Williams provides a progress report on the on-going restoration of his Aveling Barford GRT road roller.
Ruston & Hornsby PT engine rebuild
Chris Graham on 12th July 2021
David Hughes reports on the successful restoration of his Ruston & Hornsby PT stationary engine; a real labour of love!
Cheffins Vintage Collective sale
Chris Graham on 4th July 2021
We report from the spectacular Cheffins Vintage Collective sale, noting some of the many highlights that sold on the day.
