Eicher

In 1958, the first models of the new predator series were introduced, as well as intermediate models ED 110…ED 215, whose design already closely resembled the next lineup. The model designations referred to the number of cylinders, cylinder diameter, and ZF transmission model. The ED 110/II was equipped with a Hurth 6+1 transmission instead of ZF. The ZF transmissions featured a new dog clutch. There was also a four-wheel drive version of the ED 215, with 10-24 tires on the front and rear.

The hood shape of the new models was onion-shaped. A new optional feature was front PTO. The most successful model in the lineup was the ED 110/II, the successor to the EKL 15. On some export markets, the four smallest models were sold under the model names E 17, E 20, E 24, and E 35.

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Eicher ED 110/II - ED 215/16

In 1953, smaller models EKL 11 and EKL 15 were introduced. The 11-horsepower model was equipped with a 1-cylinder Deutz engine, and the 15/16-horsepower model with a 1-cylinder Eicher engine. The transmission was a ZF 5+1. The EKL 11 featured a standard PTO. Unlike the larger models, these did not have front axle suspension. Hydraulics, three-point hitch, and electrical system were optional extras. With over 12,000 units produced, the EKL 15 was the most produced Eicher tractor of the 1950s.

In 1956, the ED 13 was introduced, featuring a smaller, 1.3-liter 1-cylinder Eicher engine and a ZF 6+1 transmission.

Also introduced in 1956, the lightweight LH 12 equipped with a Hatz engine was the last Eicher to have an externally sourced engine. The 12-horsepower tractor weighed only 770 kg. A special feature of this model was the electrically operated three-point hitch.

Eicher EKL 11 - EKL 15

Introduced in 1955, the ED 40 was equipped with a 3.1-liter enlarged 2-cylinder Eicher diesel engine. The ED 42, which was a few horsepower more powerful, was its four-wheel-drive model.

The 1957 ED 50 was Eicher's first model equipped with their own 3-cylinder engine. The engine had a displacement of 4.7 liters, the same as in the more powerful ED 60, which was a more robust model in many other aspects.

In the 60-horsepower class, however, the first Eicher had been the L 60 developed in cooperation with Deutz and Fahr, equipped with a Deutz engine. Its engine was the first Eicher engine to be part of the load-bearing structure. The biggest differences of the model compared to its sibling models were in the bodywork.

Eicher ED 40 - ED 60

In 1948, the popular ED 16 equipped with Eicher's first own engine was launched. The 1-cylinder, 1.4-liter air-cooled direct-injection diesel produced 16 hp. This engine was the first air-cooled diesel in a tractor, a couple of years before Deutz. Eicher already had prior experience with air-cooled aircraft engines. On the right side of the engine was the cooling air fan.

The ZF transmission initially had 4+1 gears, and from 1950 onwards, 5+1. A crawler gear was available as an option, as in most later Eicher models. The clutch in all Eichers was manufactured by F & S, and the steering gear almost always by ZF. Unlike many other German manufacturers, Eicher produced their own hydraulics.

In the ED 22 introduced in 1953, the cylinder bore was larger, producing 22 hp.

The first model equipped with a 2-cylinder Eicher engine was the short-lived ED 30 in 1955. It corresponded to the L 28 model except for the engine. The actual production model came the following year with the 2.8-liter ED 33. Both of these models had a four-wheel drive version, with wheels of equal size front and rear. The four-wheel drive was always engaged, and there was no differential between the front and rear axles, so maneuverability was not commendable.

A special feature of the 2-cylinder Eicher engine was the separate cooling fan for the cooling fins of each cylinder and the cylinder head. All models had a front axle suspended by two transverse leaf springs and a differential lock.

At this stage, Eicher also focused heavily on manufacturing tractor-mounted implements. For example, there was a wide range of plows and mowing machines. Tractor sales also went well, and the brand became respected. At its peak, Eicher was Germany’s 3rd most popular brand in 1957. Eicher production in India began in 1959.

Eicher ED 16 - ED 33

Eicher started tractor manufacturing in Bavaria in 1937. Before the war, 20- and 22-horsepower models equipped with Deutz water-cooled diesel engines were launched on the market. This was followed in 1946 by a slightly improved 22-horsepower model. New features included, among others, a suspended front axle and ZF transmission (4+1). There was a shortage of materials, and only about 300 tractors were produced between 1945 and 1948.

The rare 30 model produced in 1949 and 1950 was exceptionally equipped with an MWM engine.

The L 28, introduced in 1950, was the first model equipped with an air-cooled Deutz engine. The following year, the 3-cylinder L 40 was introduced, featuring 42 hp.

Eicher 22 - L 40

Ford

County, which manufactured Fordson-based crawler tractors, conducted a few wheeled tractor experiments in the 1950s. The first was the 1954 Four-Drive, a crawler tractor equipped with wheels. Usage applications were hard to find, except for the sugarcane plantations in Puerto Rico. The County Hi-Drive was a raised version of the Fordson Major, also targeted at sugar growers. The Highway Dexta was a road version of the Dexta compliant with British traffic regulations. In addition, County fitted half-track conversions to Dextas and Majors.

In 1961, County introduced the Super-4. This tractor, based on the Fordson Super Major, had four equally sized wheels. Power was transmitted to the front axle separately via shafts on each side of the frame. Due to this solution, the Super Major’s differential lock now affected all wheels. A downside was the large turning radius.

The front axle utilized many standard components from Fordson and the Ford Thames Trader. The engine was the standard 52-horsepower Super Major unit, and the transmission was 6+2. The wheelbase was 180 cm, over 20 cm shorter than the Major.

In 1962, the more powerful 95-horsepower Super-6 was introduced, to which County had fitted Ford's 5.4-liter 590E industrial engine. The engine hood was completely redesigned for this model.

County

County Super-4/6

Deutz / Deutz-Fahr

At Agritechnica in autumn 2025, Deutz-Fahr unveiled the new 8310 TTV and 8340 TTV models. Series production began in spring 2026. Power came from FPT’s 6.7 l N67 engine, with the 8340 delivering 1,398 Nm of torque. The turbocharger was electronically controlled, oil change intervals were 1,000 hours and the cooling system was made of aluminum. In the stepless TTV transmission (ZF TMT 32), a top speed of 60 km/h was reached at 1,785 rpm. Hydraulics could be equipped with a 160 l or 220 l load-sensing pump, offering a rear lift capacity of 12 t and a front linkage lift of 5.45 t. Front-axle suspension was no longer deactivated during braking. The new SigmaVision cab is 30 % larger than before, with pneumatic suspension, three-zone automatic climate control and two joysticks. A-pillar mounted display measures 15″, and the armrest houses a 12.8″ iMonitor 5 sourced from Topcon. The system is preconfigured for Deutz-Fahr TAGS (Tractor Assisted Guidance System), and a tire pressure adjustment system was available as a factory option. Gross vehicle weight is 17,500 kg.

Deutz-Fahr 8310 TTV - 8340 TTV

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