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Keeping tractors and trailers visible on the road can undoubtedly save lives. Jane Carley looks at the legislation, some of the packages available and talks to farmers committed to ‘being seen to be safe’.

Above the 300hp mark, a host of developments have seen new ranges and different traction methods emerge, providing plenty of options for those in need of a prime mover. Alex Heath rounds up the latest developments.

Keen to find out more about Massey Ferguson’s latest tractor developments and technology changes, we put to the test its latest 6718 S and 7718 S models.

Looking for a more capable loader tractor with greater visibility to suit traditional livestock buildings, one Somerset farm opted for Claas’ Arion 400 Series, complete with panoramic cab option. Geoff Ashcroft reports.

Combining big tractor features in a relatively compact package, we try out New Holland’s latest T5 Dynamic Command tractor. James Rickard puts it to work.

Rubber-tracked tractors might dominate the arable sector, but there is still a useful role for steel-tracked machines. Geoff Ashcroft visits a Suffolk contractor who says it is all about traction.

For one mixed farm, Valtras new G Series is proving to be a capable all-rounder, turning its hand to any task with aplomb. Alex Heath reports.

Getting a contracting business up and running is not without its challenges. For Jake Clover of Swineshead-based Clover Farm Services, Lincolnshire, those challenges have included buying the right tractors to help the business grow.

Leicestershire farmers Watson Haynes took the plunge last year when the business replaced a Case IH Puma 160 CVX with a Claas Arion 660 CMatic CIS+. But has it met the farms expectations? Simon Henley went to find out.

Keen to find out more about Massey Fergusons new 5700M tractor series, we try out the 115hp mid-model 5711M. James Rickard puts it through its paces.