5 TRACTORS OF THE YEAR

1 2021 MASSEY FERGUSON 8S.265

This tractor’s standout feature is its cab: it’s quiet, it provides increased visibility with its large glass panes and supports connectivity with other farm vehicles.

2 2020 FENDT 942 VARIO

This won Tractor of the Year as well as Best All-purpose Tractor. It was found to manage power output well at particularly low speeds.

3 2019 CASE IH MAXXUM 145 ACTIVEDRIVE 8

The 2019 winner achieved the lowest fuel use in its class.

The 145’s power transmission incorporates eight powershift steps, providing 24 different speeds in both forward and reverse.

4 2018 VALTRA VERSU T254 SMART TOUCH

With a 23-centimetre touchscreen, the armrest in this tractor allows the operator to adjust and preplan the tractor’s settings.

5 2017 CASE IH OPTUM 300 CVX

This high-power tractor has a modern look, and in 2017 was lighter and more compact than similar models.