Description
Please do make me an offer. Divorce is forcing sale.
This very rare Massey‑Harris Pony 820D diesel tractor starts reliably after 20 seconds of heat, with a nice non Smokey idle and full PTO and three point linkage hydraulic functionality.
V5 in hand and available. (Earth scoop not included in the sale)
Built in France at the Marquette‑lès‑Lille plant, it’s powered by a robust Hanomag 2‑cylinder diesel (around 20 hp).
All systems operate apart from the headlights, which need fixing. Ideal for light-duty farm work, vintage shows, or restoration.
The frame and hydraulics are sound, with compact dimensions perfect for vineyard or orchard work.
Condition Notice:
Off farm condition. PTO, Hydraulics, Brakes, Gear box, Clutch, Radiator etc all in good working order.
Shipping/ Pick‑up:
Local pick‑up only from Nr Salisbury.
Videos demos and additional details available on request.
French-built Pony 820D: Produced 1957–1962 at Marquette‑lez‑Lille factory
Engine Type: German Hanomag 2‑cylinder ~1 L diesel, ~20 hp output.
Transmission & PTO: 5‑speed manual with independent rear PTO (540 rpm).
Dimensions: Compact wheelbase ~169 cm; weight ~1, 000 kg().
Usage Niche: Designed for small farms, vineyards, and light-duty tasks. This is an untouched Massey Harris Pony.
Originally, the Pony series began in 1947 in North America, created by Massey-Harris as a small, affordable tractor for smallholders, vegetable growers, and vineyards. After Massey-Harris merged with Ferguson in 1953 to form Massey-Ferguson, European production took on a new direction.
The Pony 820D was developed at Massey’s Saint-Dizier factory in France and was built to serve the European market, where diesel engines were far more popular than gasoline.
The 820D represents Massey-Ferguson’s adaptation to the European market, marking a shift from gasoline to diesel and a move toward more regionally appropriate tractor design.
The decision to build in France also avoided post-war import tariffs and supported local economies, further strengthening Massey-Ferguson’s foothold in Europe.
As one of the last in the Pony lineage, it bridged the gap between the early utility tractors and the more modern Massey-Ferguson compact series like the MF 25 and MF 35.
End of Production and Legacy
Production ceased in 1959, after which newer models with more horsepower and features took over. However, the Pony 820D left behind a legacy of rugged simplicity, mechanical reliability, and historic charm.
Today, it’s a highly collectible vintage tractor, still seen in tractor rallies, vintage ploughing events, and enthusiast restorations across Europe and beyond.
