1986 Ford 7610 still working!
Chris Graham on 22nd December 2022
Scott Lambert meets Jamie Rule and his 1986 Ford 7610 Force II; a working classic that's still very much earning its keep.
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The stunning Strumpshaw Show!
Chris Graham on 28th October 2022
We report from the stunning Strumpshaw Show which was a real treat this year, with fantastic, interesting and unusual exhibits galore!
Stunning 1955 Bedford S Type restoration
Chris Graham on 12th October 2022
Peter Simpson tells the restoration story of a fine, 1955 Bedford S Type, finished using some very traditional brush-painting techniques.
JCB machines in Royal Pageant
Chris Graham on 13th August 2022
JCB machines from landmark years of Her Majesty the Queen’s reign took part in the spectacular Platinum Jubilee Pageant in London.
The fascinating history of Tarmac Ltd
Chris Graham on 4th March 2022
Peter Morrey looks back at the fascinating history and development of UK civil engineering giant, Tarmac Ltd.
The classic dropside trailer
Chris Graham on 10th December 2021
The glory days of the classic dropside trailer may be gone, but thousands are still in use. Here are some of the popular, UK-built models.
Massey Ferguson 2135 Industrial
Chris Graham on 8th October 2021
Bob Weir went to the Clyde Valley, near Glasgow, to meet Bill Orr, and his Massey Ferguson 2135 Industrial.
Ex-army Foden recovery vehicle
Chris Graham on 19th September 2021
Bob Weir meets a commercial vehicle enthusiast with a particular interest in ex-army Foden recovery vehicles, winches and cranes.
Massey Ferguson 3305 backhoe loader
Chris Graham on 3rd September 2021
Jane Brooks explains the appeal of a much-loved, 1960s Massey Ferguson 3305 backhoe loader that remains in regular use today.
Fordson E1A Series at 70!
Chris Graham on 5th July 2021
Jane Brooks takes a nostalgic look back at the Fordson E1A Series tractors in this, the 70th anniversary year of its launch.
1958 Power Major Roadless
Chris Graham on 17th February 2021
George Nisbet owns a 1958 Power Major Roadless that has been in the family since 1964. Bob Weir went to Aberdeenshire to meet them both. Photography: George Nisbet The 1958 Power Major Roadless has been in the Nisbet family for…
Vintage JCB collection
Chris Graham on 12th August 2020
David Reed visits Derbyshire-based JC Balls & Sons and discovers a wonderful, vintage JCB collection that’s second to none.
Battle-hardened JCB
Chris Graham on 24th July 2020
JCB has been awarded a contract to supply the US military with a specialised, high-speed, battle-hardened JCB excavator, in a deal worth up to £217 million.
ERF trucks Open Day
Chris Graham on 17th January 2020
JCB is holding a one-off ERF show and open day on September 6, giving enthusiasts a chance to see at close hand some of the firm’s working fleet of refurbished EC11s. As this issue went to press, we were informed…
