Ferguson TO-30 4.60 star(s) (24)

Awesome 1952 Ferguson TO-30
Model Year: 1952

I purchased my tractor from a private seller out on North Carolina back in January 2011 and have been very pleased with this great work of machinery! I can't tell you how useful this tractor is for its size. It came with a 6 foot scraper blade,a 4 foot bush hog, and a pig pole. This is my first tractor so I am probably a little biased but can't get over how well this works for its age! The breaks are less than great, but something that I'll take care of soon.

Pros: Size, turning radius, strong 3-point power.
Cons: Difficult to control the height of the 3-point.

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Great Little Workhorse
Model Year: 1953

Lacks some of the bells and whistles you find on many newer machines such as power steering, power brakes and a three point hitch which stays put when using a boom. However the simplicity and weight of the machine makes the power options almost un-needed, and the position control can be retro fitted for about $25. Can be tough to start when the temperature is below 20 degrees and a rollover protection bar is difficult to add, so be careful. All in all, still my favorite tractor. Make sure to convert to 12 volt and add water and wheel weights to the front tires.

Pros: Tough, reliable, cheap to own, maneuverable.
Cons: Low slung exhaust, turning brakes inconveniently located, no live hydraulics.

Ferguson Harris TO-30
Model Year: 1954

My son-in-law purchased and gave it to me as a Christmas present 2011. I had to do so work to it to get it running good. I replaced the point,spark plugs wires from the distributor to plugs was in the wrong order, rebuild the starter,cleaned the inside of the gas tank, replaced the gas filter and cleaned carburetor. This baby runs and works good I can't wait to get back on it.

Pros: Old and tough. Works good.
Cons: None. Everything works good with maintenance.

Our "Fergie"
Model Year: 1953

We purchased this tractor to help around our small place. The Ferguson TO-30 is just the right size and power to do what's needed around our home. We have a 5 feet wide rear mounted blade to level the driveway, a 4 feet wide Bush Hog to clear weeds and an old Dearborn Model 10-80 Disk Plow to help with the garden. The tractor has a 3 point hitch which helps to move heavier items.

Pros: Small size, good power, well constructed, wide front axle.
Cons: Does not have a lower gear to enable use of a roto-tiller.

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Fergie
Model Year: 1951

My little Fergie was saved from the salvage yard around 8 years ago...it came with a Davis loader, rotten hoses, cracked head, busted radiator, busted hydraulic pump [3 pt], missing hood, carb and bunch of other pieces. I wanted a tractor really bad but didn't have a lot of money. I gave a grand for it, in its terrible condition. Of course, I put a lot of time and more money to bring it back to life. It is closer to three now and an unknown amount of hours in labor. I feel like it overall a good deal, it now sports new parts such as paint, cylinder head and valves, new radiator, true 12v system, front and rear tires, bushings, bearings and much more odds and ends. Some parts are rebuilt like the hydraulic pump and lift cover, carb, and again a few more odds and ends. Essentially, they are the same tractor as the Ford N Series with very minor differences.It doesn't have position control like the 8N, but can be added very easy with aftermarket kits. [Just for reference, the 2n and 9n doesn't, either] I thought I was buying an Ford N Series. I was told it was an N, even the Bill of Sale says N. Not cutting the N series, short- but was, so glad it was a Ferguson. The way it was built seemed a little ahead of an N such as the OHV engine as compared to the flathead on the N. During my education of the old Fergie, I learned that they out plowed the N series and really was the tractor that set the design of what would later become Massey Ferguson. My Ferguson still needs a few things, but the tractor is now about 90 percent. It has a bunch of new parts and works great. It has been worth every penny and minute put into it. It is more dependable than my truck. It starts first time and everytime. Its a little work horse,around 30 of them. It has been and is being used for everything and anything. Its definatley a keeper. If you need a tractor and only have a few grand to put in one, I would recommend the Ferguson over many other tractors and prefer it over the N. The Ferguson is a dependable little tractor and works great for small or medium size acreage. It was built out of detroit iron and proves it was built to last by simply running after 60 plus years. It is simple to use and maintain. Parts are still widely available. It doeesnt have a lot of features as they come out in the 50's, but they are very modern for there age and can easily be upgraded to be very similiar to a new one. Of course, limited by your mechanical ability, imagination, and pocket book.

Pros: Affordable. Dependable. Simple.
Cons: Doesn't have any.

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1953 TO30
Model Year: 1953

Great little tractor for the money. Very reliable and easy to maintain. You will not go broke with this tractor's up keep.

Pros: Extremely reliable and a breeze to operate, gets into tight spaces and will work hard for you with very little upkeep, and the maintenance it needs is never expensive.
Cons: The hp and weight of this tractor limit it's implement capability.

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My Old Ferguson TO-30
Model Year: 1952

This old tractor has an untold number of hours on it and led a hard life from previous owners. It is as reliable as a rock, and a caveman could fix it. Short on modern features but it has served me well. Totally worn out but you can't kill it and it just goes and goes. I love it and one of these days I think I'll pull her apart and treat her to a complete rebuild. Should be good for another 60 or 70 years.

Pros: Excellent.
Cons: Good machine for its era.

Bought Used Tractor
Model Year: 1956

Bought my first tractor to power a brush hog so I could keep my 7 acre pasture mowed and looking good. After solving a "not charging" problem, replacing a missing fan shroud, and miscellaneous little problems, I have a reliable tractor with plenty of power for the job. $3000 got me the tractor and a front end loader for it. It burns no oil.

Pros: Great on hilly lot.
Cons: PTO is disconnected when clutch is thrown, so blade slows.

1951 Ferguson TO-30
Model Year: 1951

Recently bought farm and tractor came with it. In process of restoring, but I am amazed at how well tractor runs. It pulls a large mower on the 3 point hitch with ease and seems very dependable. I'm a real Fergie fan. -bj

Pros: Very stable and easy to operate.
Cons: No roll bar.

1954 Ferguson T030
Model Year: 1954

Dad bought new in 1954 and as he used to say, "there's still a lot of work left in that old tractor". It's like the timex slogan: "It takes a licking and keeps on ticking". Love it both for sentimental reasons and usability.

Pros: Excellent tractor for general use.
Cons: 6 volt system.