However, anyone who thinks that this is about smuggling the latest model of the "deer" would be wrong, because in this case an attempt was made to smuggle in a pre-war John Deere tractor, namely the A model from … 1938.
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Without a doubt, a classic
The John Deere model A is a row crop tractor produced between 1934 and 1940 by Deere & Company. Early tractors were equipped with a two-cylinder engine also produced by Deer & Company with a power of 24-29 HP.
Equipment designed to burn distillate, a petroleum by-product similar to kerosene. These engines produced a very distinctive sound, earning them the nickname "Johnny Poppers". The tractor was produced in several versions and in total, over 65,000 units left the Waterloo plant. pieces of this model in all versions. Currently, it is a classic sought after by collectors.
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Failed smuggling attempt
It is therefore not surprising that a collector wanted to have this model in his collection. Unfortunately, for the client, the option of importing the tractor illegally was unsuccessful, as it was probably detected (due to the photos posted) in the container.
The tractor was disassembled and was among other legally transported parts. Photo: Ukrainian Customs Service
Attempts were made to bring the legendary Model A to Ukraine disassembled, in a van loaded with car parts. The attached documents were fine on them, but there was no mention of a rare tractor anywhere. A report was drawn up on the fact of concealment from customs control in accordance with Part 1 of Art. 483 of the Customs Code of Ukraine. Providing false information about the cargo may result in a fine of 50 to 100 percent of the value of the direct items of violation of customs regulations, with or without confiscation of the goods. – reported the Ukrainian Customs Service
Now the Ukrainian services will determine the cost of the smuggled tractor, and the final decision on further sanctions against the smugglers will be made by the court.
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We would like to remind you that, for example, in Poland, taking abroad a vehicle older than 50 years with a value higher than PLN 32,000 PLN is illegal. In such a case, you must have the consent of the conservator of monuments. Without the appropriate documents, the customs service may stop such transport.