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[Yoghurt on a Stick]

Here's another possible Xmas pressie option;

http://www.zazzle.co.uk/this_is_how_i_roll_tractor_grn_shirt-235267046092653423

[Yoghurt on a Stick]

Only a partial photo of a McCormick D 217 tractor;

[oneeye]

Here's another possible Xmas pressie option;

http://www.zazzle.co...267046092653423

[Yoghurt on a Stick]

This is definitely a front runner for xmas; I'll be a dedicated follower of fashion come next June

[oneeye]

They've got 84 different varieties to choose from too! I'm really tempted to buy one for myself. I'm pretty sure my girlfriend has already bought me a John Deere T shirt for Xmas. That would possibly be the start of a collection! I'm not sure that there's any hope left for me. I'm committed - or at least should be!

Edited November 20, 2012 by oneeye

[Yoghurt on a Stick]

The look on my wife's face when she opens up her pressie on xmas day will be priceless

[oneeye]

Some nice toys here Mrs Oneeye;

http://www.amazon.co...sl_7c0jpe9lmx_b

[Bathimp]

Some nice toys here Bathimp;

http://www.amazon.co...sl_7c0jpe9lmx_b

[oneeye]

[Bathimp]

Snap today Oneeye! There is a Massey 216 but I can't get the picture to load. Fiddlesticks!

[oneeye]

Snap today Oneeye! There is a Massey 216 but I can't get the picture to load. Fiddlesticks!

[oneeye]

Managed to find this for you Bathimp

[Yoghurt on a Stick]

I'm having difficulty establishing if this is a Lanz (new make) 216 HE tractor or if it's a Lanz Bulldog. Either way it's got no numerical markings. But by God it's a nice looking beast. Here's a numerically marked bit of kit but I haven't the foggiest as to what it does;

Edited November 21, 2012 by Yoghurt on a Stick

[Yoghurt on a Stick]

Now I know what it does!

RAKE 27 FEET IN ONE PASS

For the ultimate in hay raking, the Model 216 unitized rake joins two 10 1/2-foot baskets on one heavy-duty frame to cover twice the ground in one pass. It can combine two 16-foot windrows, to cover a 27-foot-wide stretch each trip down the field.

CONVENIENT CONTROLS FROM THE TRACTOR

Operating the 216 is especially easy because you primarily use the tractor controls. A rake control box allows you to select the raking function. Then use the tractor selector valve to activate that function. Hydraulics raise and lower the baskets and control basket width and angle. A flow control valve lets you adjust reel speed.

SOLID FRAME CONSTRUCTION

The solid unitized frame construction maintains a constant windrow width, even through sharp turns. Swing arms are reinforced at the pivot points for added durability.

EASY WAY TO ADJUST WINDROW DENSITY

A four-point suspension system with double top links can be adjusted to change the tilt of the basket assembly. Shortening the length of the basket upper link tilts the tines forward for loose, fast-drying windrows. Increasing the length tilts the tines rearward for tighter windrows.

DESIGNED FOR DURABILITY

A number of features improve durability on Model 216. Stripper bar supports reduce the possibility of tine breakage by maintaining bar and tine alignment. Superior basket suspension permits tines to lift over obstacles for cleaner raking and less tine failure. Stronger lower links and a reinforced frame increase durability.

TOUGH TINES HAVE LONG LIFE

Rubber Dyna-tines provide long life and are mounted individually so they are easy and economical to replace. An additional 120 tines can be added for more sweeping and cleaning action. Rake tine bars are mounted to spider assemblies with two sealed ball bearings at each end for hassle-free servicing.

FAST CHANGE TO TRANSPORT READY

Changing from field to transport position is easy, too. Use the hydraulics to shift the baskets into place; the swing frame folds as you move the tractor forward. Just raise the baskets and go, all from the tractor seat. When you get to the next field, the previous basket angle and width settings are repeated automatically.

[oneeye]

Love the Lanz Yoghurt, very rustic, and a mean looking hay raker thrown in for good measure, lovely

[Yoghurt on a Stick]

The Lanz is indeed a lovely looking bit of kit. Didn't explain myself clearly about it though. It says Lanz Bulldog on the tractor itself,so it's obviously that. What I can't seem to find out is if the Bulldog and the Lanz 216 HE are one in the same thing. Can only find a not very good photo of a toy Lanz 216 HE which doesn't really make it any clearer. I think I'm just going to have to stay in blissfull ignorance on the subject.

[Bathimp]

A bit easier for me at least today. Thanks for finding the Massey 216 Oneeye still can't find it myself.

[Bathimp]

I'm having difficulty establishing if this is a Lanz (new make) 216 HE tractor or if it's a Lanz Bulldog. Either way it's got no numerical markings. But by God it's a nice looking beast. Here's a numerically marked bit of kit but I haven't the foggiest as to what it does;

[oneeye]

There is a tractor show right on your doorstep Bathimp in Feb 13;

http://www.somersettractorshow.co.uk/index.html

Result

[salvador wali]

http://www.timeanddate.com/countdown/generic?iso=20130626T08&p0=%3A&msg=Glastonbury

[Yoghurt on a Stick]

Plenty of 215's today to choose from;

Plus some of these may be new makes;

A Deutz-Fahr AT 215 anyone;

[Yoghurt on a Stick]

And there's another already known make;

[Morse Code]

Sorry folks been a hell of week after my excursions in the Welsh mountains at the weekend but here's a mighty looking beast for my return. An Agrinar TA215......

[Yoghurt on a Stick]

Sorry folks been a hell of week after my excursions in the Welsh mountains at the weekend but here's a mighty looking beast for my return. An Agrinar TA215......

[Yoghurt on a Stick]

I like this rather dishevelled one:

Edited November 23, 2012 by Yoghurt on a Stick