Zetor 7211

The Czech counterpart to our domestic Ursus rolled off the production line for the first time in 1985, the same year Stanislav Griga scored the most goals for Czechoslovakia. The 7211 model featured a 4-cylinder diesel engine with 64.6 HP, a 12-volt battery, and weighed almost three tons. This strong contender immediately found its place, helping farmers traverse rapeseed fields. Zetor, a name that echoes the roar of its engine, could lift almost 2.5 tons on its rear hitch, while also carrying an additional 70 liters of fuel. Sometimes, a luxury model appeared with an extra passenger seat and a radio, to keep all the exemplary workers company. The only downside of the open cab was the cold wind blowing inside and frozen ears, though our Czechoslovakian friends didn't yet have the option to buy a warm sweatshirt with their favorite tractor on it.

The drawing was made by Mariusz Felek Foltak.