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Foden 6-ton rigid 6-wheeler Tractor Matilda TD 3236
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Foden 6-ton rigid 6-wheeler Tractor Matilda TD 3236
Foden Tractor, regn. TD 3236, number: 11788, Matilda. Built in 1925 by Edwin Foden, Sons and Co of Elworth Works, Sandbach as a 6-ton Wagon, later converted to Tractor, powered by a compound steam engine. Date: 1956
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1956 Agricultural Compound Converted Edwin Elworth Foden Heavy Machinery Matilda Powered Regn Sandbach Sons Tractor Wagon 1925
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This photograph showcases the Foden 6-ton Rigid 6-Wheeler Tractor, Matilda TD 3236, built in 1925 by Edwin Foden, Sons and Co of Elworth Works in Sandbach. Initially manufactured as a 6-ton wagon, this historical machine underwent a conversion in the mid-1950s to become a tractor, powered by a compound steam engine. The tractor, registered as TD 3236 and bearing the number 11788, exudes an undeniable charm and character, transporting us back in time to the era of heavy agricultural machinery. The Foden Tractor, a testament to the engineering prowess of its time, was a common sight in rural communities during the mid-20th century. The compound steam engine, a marvel of mechanical innovation, provided the necessary power to tackle the most challenging farming tasks. Despite the passage of decades, the intricate details of the tractor's design and the robustness of its construction continue to captivate the imagination. The year 1956 marks the moment this photograph was taken, capturing the tractor in its prime, as it stood ready for another day of hard work on the farm. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the role these heavy machines played in shaping the agricultural landscape and the lives of rural communities. Today, the Foden Tractor, Matilda TD 3236, remains a cherished piece of history, a symbol of the ingenuity and resilience of the past.
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