T-25 Vladimirets

This Soviet, and later Russian, tractor was produced from 1966 to 1995. It was initially manufactured at KhTZ in Kharkiv until 1972, after which production was moved to Vladimirskiy Motoro-Traktornyy Zavod, from which it derives its popular name. It was during this period that imports and the immense popularity of these tractors began in Poland.

Its relatively simple design, small size, and low cost are the main reasons why the T-25 earned a special place in small farms. Among Polish farmers, the most popular version was the T-25A, shown in our graphic, distinguished by a, for Soviet standards, lavish enclosed cabin and a "two-lever" gearbox. Popularly known as "Władek" or "Rusek," it even had a Polish assembly plant. It was assembled at the Leda factory, from supplied parts, and equipped with a pneumatic system and a more modern Sokółka cabin. It is also worth remembering that this tractor appeared in an export version for Western countries as the Belarus 250. It can still be found in many farms today, where it bravely battles time and wins the hearts of users.

The drawing was made by Mariusz Felek Foltak.