[Foel Isaf]

Don't know whether anyone can help. We've lost the ignition key to our F195 compact Yanmar tractor, we think our Golden retriever has helpfully spirited it away! Can anyone offer a solution before we drill the barrel? Any assistance gratefully accepted!
Thank you
Mandy

[stufe35]

Most tractors just have a standard key...ie the same key fits all tractors of that make.  Speak to your dealer, google it or look on eBay.

[henchard]

As has been said most tractors have a standard key

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/X5-SPARE-UNIVERSAL-IGNITION-SWITCH-KEYS-DIESEL-JCB-TRACTOR-MARINE-LUCAS-STYLE-/221340590575

I can start mine with the flattened end of a nail

Otherwise you can normally just short across the solenoid with a spanner in an emergency

[Foel Isaf]

Thank you Henchard we'll give it a go, thank for the link as well
Mandy

[Foel Isaf]

We've managed to start it with a screwdriver!