Tier E — Heritage / discontinued Two-wheel tractor
Howard Gem
The UK's most-searched heritage rotavator. Anchor of the /heritage/ section.
Indicative price
£600–£1,800
Specifications pending verification.We publish estimates openly rather than hiding them. Figures here are a used-market range and should be confirmed against a live dealer quote or listing before you buy.
Who it's for
Best for: Restorers and heritage collectors.
Strengths
- Iconic UK heritage
- Strong resale
- Parts still obtainable
Trade-offs
- Discontinued - used only
- Heavy to start/handle
- Age-related wear
Specifications
| Category | Two-wheel tractor |
|---|---|
| Type | Rotary hoe · Heritage / discontinued |
| Power source | Petrol |
| Engine | — |
| Power output | Varies by configuration |
| Working width | Varies by configuration |
| Weight | Varies by configuration |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Introduced | 1960 |
| Indicative price | £600–£1,800 |
| Price basis | Used-market range |
Rotary hoe machine. Width and weight determine how much ground you cover and how manoeuvrable it is — heavier machines bite harder but ask more of you to turn and transport.
Compare the Gem
Gem — your questions
How much does the Howard Gem cost?
The indicative price is £600–£1,800, based on used-market sale prices. Always confirm against a live quote — these figures are estimates pending verification.
What size plot is the Gem suited to?
Restorers and heritage collectors. As a heritage machine, working width varies with the rotor and engine fitted — check the specific example you're buying.
Is the Gem petrol, diesel or electric?
It is petrol. That means strong sustained power for breaking and turning ground, with routine fuel and oil maintenance.
