Leyland Tractors
The history of Leyland Tractors begins with the orange Nuffield tractor of 1948, which played a key role in shaping future Leyland models. The book focuses on the years 1969 to 1982, when the Leyland name appeared on a range of blue tractors built in Bathgate, Scotland.
Each model from this period is examined in detail, highlighting innovations such as quiet cabs and synchromesh gearing, alongside some less successful developments. The story continues with the sale of Leyland Tractors to Marshall of Gainsborough, ending in the mid-1980s when the company struggled.
The final section explores Leyland's legacy, recognizing the many tractors restored by collectors and those still in use on farms.
Featuring original modern photography of Leyland tractors in action and on display, along with previously unseen material, this book is a valuable addition to any tractor enthusiast's library.
Product details
| Author: | Jonathan Whitlam |
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| Details: | 96 pages, 9.25 x 6.5 x 0.43 in (23.5 x 16.5 x 1.1 cm), paperback |
| Illustrations: | 200 b&w and color photos |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | Amberley Publishing (GB, 2017) |
| ISBN: | 9781445667102 |
