The search for a versatile 400hp tractor that could be so much more than a one-trick pony led one North Yorkshire-based contractor to turn his back on the usual suspects. It was a process that saw him initially opt for a Valtra S394 with reverse-drive capability

When it comes to buying tractors, a number of different factors come into play. While dealer back-up and purchase price are high on many buyer agendas, Tom Dirom has recently formed his tractor purchases based much more on their capability.