Our projects

Atomictractor is repowering a Massey Ferguson 4235 with a green methanol power unit, demonstrating a practical pathway to decarbonising existing agricultural machinery without the need to replace proven tractors.

The project will evaluate the performance, efficiency and operational suitability of methanol as an alternative fuel for medium-power agricultural tractors. Following baseline dynamometer testing in its original diesel configuration, the MF 4235 will be converted and retested to compare power, torque, fuel consumption and real-world farm performance.

Atomictractor is converting a Massey Ferguson 240 tractor to battery-electric power to evaluate its suitability for daily yard duties on a commercial beef finishing unit.

The project focuses on one of the most common and predictable tractor tasks in livestock farming: scraping feed passages, cleaning yards and pushing up silage. These applications typically involve low speeds, frequent stop-start operation and relatively short daily operating hours, making them ideal candidates for electrification.

The converted tractor will be compared directly with a conventional diesel machine carrying out the same tasks under real farm conditions. Performance, energy consumption, operating costs, reliability and operator feedback will be monitored throughout the trial.

 Teleoperation for farming involves the use of remote control technology to operate agricultural machinery and equipment from a distance. This technology enables farmers to manage and execute tasks such as planting, watering, fertilizing, and harvesting crops without being physically present in the field. By utilizing cameras, sensors, and wireless communication systems, teleoperation enhances precision, efficiency, and safety in farming operations. It also allows for real-time monitoring and adjustments, leading to improved crop management and reduced labor costs. This approach is particularly beneficial in large-scale farms and in areas with difficult or hazardous conditions. 

We’re currently developing a new digital platform that captures and preserves the lived experiences of those who shaped Britain’s industrial past — starting with the Midlands.

This app will allow users to record, share, and explore personal stories from factory floors, mines, workshops, and wartime production lines. Through voice recordings, written memories, and archived images, we’re building a user-driven archive of working life in the 20th century — before it's lost to time.

Designed with accessibility and inclusion at its core, the platform will support older users through intuitive design, voice prompts, and curated story collections. It’s more than a history project — it’s a creative tool for cultural connection, education, and community storytelling.

📣 We’re currently seeking partners, contributors, and heritage organisations to help us bring this vision to life.