John Deere Model R

Tamar Vintage Tractors - John Deere
 *Now Sold*
A very reluctant sale from our personal collection at Tamar Vintage Tractors. This classic John Deere was purchased by Matt in 2019 from West Devon, although very little is known about its working life.
 
The John Deere Model R changed the face of John Deere tractors. It was larger and more powerful than any of its predecessors and was the first diesel tractor produced by the company.
 
Following years of developing technology, the Model R was released in 1949 and was produced for five years.
 
This tractor displays serial number 4661 and has been identified in various publications as the first Model R to be imported into the UK. It was manufactured in 1951. 
 
This revolutionary John Deere provided farmers with more power than ever before with the use of two engines. The two-cylinder petrol-fired starter engine worked alongside the diesel engine which allowed operators to start the engine with a pull of the lever as opposed to manually turning the flywheel. This feature also allowed the engine to heat up quickly in cold temperatures. 
 
This tractor starts, runs and drives very well and comes with a current V5 document. 
 
Additional images can be viewed on our 2019 blog post.
 
Based in Tavistock, Devon. Part exchanges are welcome.
 
Nationwide delivery can be arranged.