Highlights

Ultra rare Industrial variant of the inimitable Massey Ferguson 135, with higher gearing and a foot throttle for on-road use
Restored prior to present ownership; all hydraulics and three-point linkage in good working order
UK road registered and complete with V5C
Presented in highly usable condition, ready to work, road run or display
Retains its Industrial yellow livery

The Appeal

If you know your tractors, the Massey Ferguson 135 needs no introduction. Hundreds of thousands were made during its decade-long production run, it was the most popular tractor of its era and vintage examples are still hard at work all over the world to this day. If you really know your tractors, you’ll be aware that we’re delighted to offer the ultra-rare Industrial variant, marketed as the MF 20.

The MF 20 was less likely to spend its life in muddy fields, so it was geared for on-road use and equipped with several small modifications like a conventional foot throttle and speedometer to complement the existing engine hour counter. Among collectors, these are very desirable, firstly for their rarity and secondly, they’re very driveable should you wish to road run them. Unlike those used on farms, MF 20s have generally been kept clean, dry, and the hydraulics are used less frequently, meaning original survivors are out there.

This is just that; an original survivor retaining its yellow Industrial livery. Sympathetically restored prior to current ownership, road registered and offered in full working order, this Massey is ready to go to its next home.

The History and Paperwork

First registered in 1976
3,777 hours indicated
UK road registered
V5C present
Exempt from road tax and MOT testing
We’re unable to verify the indicated hours and odometer reading
Recently had a full serviced in readiness for sale

The Condition

Industrial yellow livery and MF 20 badging/vinyls retained
The tinware presents very well, with minimal signs of wear and no notable corrosion apparent
Slightly patinated, as befits a working vehicle
The rear 'agri' tyres look hardly used and in very good order
The front tyres are usable but appear somewhat perished
Retains its lights front and rear for road use
The seat upholstery appears in superb order, looking to have been recovered or replaced recently
Some age-commensurate wear to the pedals and other controls
Slight condensation to one of the instruments - not uncommon for a tractor with no cab

The Mechanics

2.5-litre three-cylinder Perkins diesel
Two-wheel-drive
Three-speed gearbox with low-range
Mechanical clutch
Power take-off (PTO) and hydraulics are reportedly in good working order
Equipped with a three-point linkage and drawbar for towing
The vendor informs us that the engine runs well and all functions operate correctly following a recent full service

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