More than 1000 vintage tractors, implements, horticultural machinery and commercial vehicles, alongside a plethora of trade stands will be on display at the Newark Vintage Tractor and Heritage Show

The event which takes place on November 9-10 will focus on the many milestones of respected manufacturers and is gearing up for a world record attempt for the largest gathering of Massey Ferguson 135 tractors.

Co-supported by Friends of Ferguson Heritage (FOFH), the world record attempt will coincide with the 60th anniversary of MF 100 series production, which will be celebrated with the display of the long-standing manufacturer’s ‘Red Giants’ including the 130, 135, 165 and 175 models.

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“We’re excited to be making a world record attempt of the highest number of MF 135s assembled at one time, with the hope of having between 150 and 200 of these tractors at the show – which will certainly be a spectacle,” says FOFH club chair, Peter Lawrence.

“We are passionate about the 135 as it is truly the most iconic model Massey Ferguson has made and it is well represented, not only here in the UK, but also around the world. The show also coincides with the MF 135’s 60th birthday, which was launched together with the other 100 series tractors at the Smithfield Show in December 1964,” he adds.

“The event will help protect the legacy of Harry Ferguson for future generations; we look forward to welcoming members and non-members taking part in this event.”

Joining Massey Ferguson in a 60th year celebration will be the Ford 6X 1000 series. A collection of Pre-Force tractors will be on display including the 2000, 3000, 4000 and 5000 models, dating from 1964 to 1968. Ford will also be celebrating 85 years of the Ford 2N, 9N, and 9NAN models, the latter boasting the Ferguson three-point linkage system.

Elsewhere on the showground, the show will be commemorating 85 years since the introduction of the Bedford O series, as well as paying tribute to the wartime David Brown VAK1 series. Visitors are also invited to participate in the show’s celebration of Scammell lorries, 75 years of the John Deere two-cylinder diesel engine, and 50 years of the ERF B series lorry.

“The show has become a pretty special event over the years,” says show organiser, Elizabeth Halsall. “It is a complete homage to vintage tractors, vehicles and machinery.

“It is the perfect opportunity for enthusiasts and collectors to enjoy the nostalgia and share stories, which are as much a part of the machines as their mechanical parts. We are looking forward to another brilliant event.”