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A rare 1991 Ford 7810 Silver Jubilee tractor is heading to auction in the United Kingdom, with its owner donating the entire sale proceeds to the hospital that saved his son’s life. The limited-edition machine, expected to bring between £25,000 and £30,000 (approximately $33,000 to $40,000), will be offered by Cheffins during an online auction […]
Aumann Vintage Power is bringing a significant collection of antique John Deere tractors to auction in Davenport, Iowa, with online bidding scheduled to close across three consecutive days, October 13 through 15, 2026. The Harold Scherer Collection includes early Waterloo Boy tractors, rare John Deere configurations, two-cylinder diesels, pulling tractors, restoration parts, and vintage farm
German machinery manufacturer Schäffer Maschinenfabrik is expanding its electric loader lineup with the new 16e T, a compact telescopic wheel loader designed specifically for livestock facilities where conventional machines struggle with restricted access, low doorways and limited ventilation. Scheduled to make its exhibition debut at EuroTier 2026 in Hanover, Germany, the Schäffer 16e T combines
Valtra has put its newly launched sixth-generation T Series tractor through two demanding speed challenges, reaching 87 km/h (54.1 mph) at Austria’s Red Bull Ring and planting corn at more than 40 km/h (24.9 mph) in Germany while maintaining over 95% planting accuracy. The Finnish tractor manufacturer partnered with Nokian Tyres and agricultural equipment specialist
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Kubota and Norwegian agricultural robotics manufacturer Kilter have reached a new European distribution agreement to expand sales of the AX-1 autonomous precision spraying robot. The partnership will give vegetable growers in additional European markets access to the AI-powered machine through Kubota’s established dealership, service and spare parts network. The agreement builds on the companies’ existing
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California’s Central Valley is preparing for two nights of high-horsepower motorsport as Battle at the Farm 2026 returns to Hilmar on November 6 and 7. The fourth annual event will bring competitive tractor and truck pulling to Baballe Farms, featuring heavily modified machines, powerful diesel engines and several invitational classes. The National Tractor Pullers Association
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Aumann Auctions is preparing one of its most historically significant vintage tractor sales of 2026, with two one-of-a-kind Case IH Magnum tractors and the first International Harvester 1468 ever manufactured leading a collection of rare agricultural machinery. The Aumann Select and Featured Tractors auction, scheduled to close on November 5, 2026, in Nokomis, Illinois, forms
Rare Case IH Magnums and First-Built IH 1468 Headline Aumann Fall Harvest Auction 2026 Read More »
The Antique Steam & Gas Engine Club will return to Boonville, Indiana, on October 9 through 11, 2026, for its fall show at Thresherman’s Park, with this year’s program centered on Keck-Gonnerman steam engines, Keck-Gonnerman tractors and other early stationary engines. The October gathering follows the club’s earlier July event, but the fall show has
BKT has developed three new Very High Flexion tire sizes specifically for the new Massey Ferguson 7S Mark 2 tractor range, giving the 170 to 245 HP series access to two new wheel combinations built around rear tires measuring approximately 2 meters in overall diameter. The new sizes include the VF 650/70 R42 and VF
BKT Develops New 2-Meter VF Tire Options for Massey Ferguson 7S Mark 2 Read More »
Caterpillar Inc. has agreed to acquire John Fabick Tractor Company, better known as Fabick Cat, bringing one of the Midwest’s largest and longest-established Cat dealerships under direct Caterpillar ownership. The agreement was announced on September 29, 2026. Fabick Cat operates 37 locations across portions of Missouri and Illinois, all of Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
Caterpillar to Acquire Fabick Cat, Ending More Than a Century of Family Ownership Read More »
Massey Ferguson has signed a strategic supply partnership with Indian tractor manufacturer International Tractors Limited, or ITL, to develop a new range of compact tractors starting at 20 horsepower. The first models are scheduled to reach Europe and the Middle East through a phased introduction during 2027. The agreement gives Massey Ferguson access to one
Massey Ferguson Signs ITL Supply Deal for New Compact Tractor Range Starting at 20 HP Read More »
STEYR will bring five tractor ranges to Interforst 2026 in Munich, Germany, with the new 435 hp Cervus CVT serving as the high-horsepower centerpiece of a display focused on professional forestry, municipal work and specialized applications. The international forestry and forest technology exhibition runs from October 15 through October 18, 2026, and STEYR will exhibit
STEYR to Showcase Cervus CVT and Forestry Tractor Lineup at Interforst 2026 Read More »
Valtra has introduced the sixth-generation T Series, replacing its established mid-power tractor platform with an extensively redesigned range producing from 170 to 245 horsepower. The new generation brings the 7.5-liter AGCO Power CORE75 engine, a new 10-step PowerShift transmission option, the AGCO ML 180 continuously variable transmission, SmartTouch Gen2 controls and factory integration with PTx
Valtra is preparing to unveil a new agricultural machine on October 1, 2026, following a coordinated teaser campaign that suggests a potential addition to the Finnish manufacturer’s tractor lineup. The company has released two promotional images featuring concealed machinery, with one showing a tractor beneath a red cover and another using a steaming coffee mug
Valtra Teases Mystery Tractor Ahead of October 1, 2026 Reveal Read More »
Massey Ferguson has introduced the new 7S Mark 2 tractor series, expanding its agricultural machinery lineup with six models delivering 170 to 245 horsepower. The newly developed range combines a 7.5-liter AGCO Power engine, Dyna-VT continuously variable transmission, reinforced driveline components and the larger operator cab previously reserved for the company’s 8S and 9S tractors.
Kubota Tractor Corporation officially introduced its redesigned BX90 Series on September 29, 2026, expanding its sub-compact tractor lineup with five models, increased loader capability, improved hydraulic performance, and new operator controls. The next-generation range delivers 19.3 to 23.9 gross horsepower and introduces several features previously associated with larger compact tractors. The announcement follows Kubota’s September
Kubota Unveils New BX90 Series With Up to 904-Lb Loader Capacity and Premium Controls Read More »
DEUTZ-FAHR has introduced the new 6145C, extending its 6C Series with a more powerful four-cylinder tractor designed for mixed farming, demanding implement applications, and transportation. The new model delivers 146 horsepower, increasing to 156 horsepower with Power Boost, while introducing a standard suspended front axle, two transmission options, and an expanded hydraulic configuration. The 6145C
DEUTZ-FAHR Expands 6C Tractor Series With New 6145C Delivering Up to 156 HP Read More »
A collection of 30 John Deere tractors, including uncommon factory configurations, professionally restored machines, and examples from the 1970s muscle tractor era, will be offered at auction in Lanark, Illinois, on November 20, 2026. The complete dispersal of the Jim Ludwig Vintage Muscle Tractor Collection will take place at Ludwig Family Farms, with Mason Auctions
Jim Ludwig’s 30 John Deere Muscle Tractors Head to Auction in Illinois on November 20 Read More »
Kubota is giving U.S. buyers of selected M Series tractors an additional ownership incentive, offering a two-year Orange Protection Program Extended Warranty at no extra cost for a limited time. The promotion applies to eligible new Kubota M5, M6, M6S and selected M Series specialty tractors purchased through participating dealers. Kubota’s current U.S. promotional pages
Kubota Adds Free Two-Year Orange Protection Warranty to Select M Series Tractors Read More »
One of the loudest events on the 2026 N.C. State Fair schedule will return to Raleigh this October, with the United Pullers of the Carolinas Tractor Pull scheduled for four sessions from October 16 through October 18 at the NC Education Lottery Sam G. Rand Grandstand. The three-day program begins Friday evening, continues with two
2026 N.C. State Fair Tractor Pull Set for Four Sessions in Raleigh Read More »
CNH is expanding its agricultural equipment distribution network in Germany, with the Newtec Group set to add Case IH and Steyr to its existing New Holland portfolio on October 1, 2026. The agreement will bring all three CNH agricultural machinery brands under one dealer organization across 28 locations, extending sales and service coverage in northern
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KIOTI’s MX Series mini excavators have received a 2026 Editor’s Choice Award from Rental magazine, recognizing the manufacturer’s first entry into the compact excavator market. The award comes less than four months after the series was officially introduced in North America on June 2, 2026. The MX Series was selected in the Equipment category alongside
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CLAAS is investing €9 million in a new climate-controlled tractor performance test facility in Trangé, France, to accelerate the development of cooling systems and evaluate tractor performance under demanding operating conditions. The investment will expand the company’s existing testing and validation center, allowing engineers to simulate challenging climatic conditions and evaluate new cooling concepts before
CLAAS Invests €9 Million in New Tractor Testing Facility in France Read More »
The 2026 Pink Ladies Tractor Road Run raised £129,000 ($174,000 approximately) for breast cancer research, bringing the British charity event within a few thousand pounds of its £1.5 million fundraising milestone after more than two decades of women driving decorated tractors through the countryside of eastern England. The final fundraising total, announced on September 17,
