Forty Years with Ford Tractors
Forty Years with Ford Tractors by David Pearson, published by Fox Chapel Publishing Company in 2017, offers an insightful look into the author’s extensive career with Ford’s tractor division. Spanning 134 pages, this edition presents a narrative that begins with Pearson’s early days on the production line at the Dagenham factory and follows his journey to becoming the UK sales manager. The book highlights his involvement in the development of iconic Ford tractors, providing a detailed account of his experiences and the evolution of the brand.
Readers will find a blend of personal recollections and historical context, enriched by a selection of both black-and-white and color photographs, many of which are previously unpublished. Edited by agricultural journalist Martin Rickatson, this work not only appeals to Ford enthusiasts but also addresses broader themes within the agriculture and automotive industries. The narrative captures the technological advancements and social dynamics of the tractor business, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of agriculture, technology, and the automotive sector.
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David Pearson spent more than four decades working for Ford’s tractor business, starting on the production line at the maker’s Dagenham factory before moving to the Basildon tractor plant opened in 1964. He went on to become the maker’s UK sales manager, and earned a reputation among farmers and dealers as the man who knew all there was to know about Ford tractors. Along the way, he was involved in the development of some of the most famous machines to bear the blue livery, from the Dexta to the 7000, and the FW articulated tractors to the 7810. Edited by agricultural journalist Martin Rickatson, Forty Years with Ford Tractors builds on a series of recollections which originally featured in Classic Tractor magazine, and includes additional material to tell David’s fascinating story in full. It includes a comprehensive selection of black-and-white and colour photographs, many of which have never before been published and will be of interest to all Ford fans and tractor fans more generally.Front cover photograph: (c) Dave Franciosy / www.farmingphotography.co.uk
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