Nikon MD-4
The Nikon MD-4 is a motor drive accessory that attaches to the base of a Nikon 35mm SLR body to provide automated film advance and rewind. It was made for the professional Nikon F3 system during that camera's production era.
Pricing data for the MD-4 at UK saleroom level is very thin: only one verified hammer result is on record, a March 2023 sale at £50, and that remains the sole datapoint as of today in 2026. With a single auction-hammer figure rather than a range, anyone asking what a Nikon MD-4 is worth should treat £50 as indicative for a working but unremarkable example, with cleaner, fully-tested units likely to sell for more and corroded or untested drives for less. Completeness — battery tray, body-side coupling, and original markings — is the main factor that moves the price an MD-4 sells for.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
Prices updated: March 2023
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Mar 2023 | £50 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: The Collectors Sale (Lot 78) Title: A Nikon MD-4 Motor Drive
Description:
black, serial no. 152385, untested |
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Frequently asked questions
What camera does the Nikon MD-4 fit?
The MD-4 is the motor drive for the Nikon F3 system, attaching to the base of the F3 body for automated film advance and rewind.
What is a Nikon MD-4 worth at UK auction?
On the limited data available, an MD-4 has fetched £50 at UK auction hammer for a working example, though with only one recorded sale the broader price band cannot be reliably stated.
How much does a Nikon MD-4 sell for today?
The single verified UK hammer result on file is £50, so that figure is the best available reference point for current value, with condition and completeness pushing individual results above or below it.
What should I check before buying an MD-4?
Inspect the battery contacts for corrosion, test the gear action and rewind function on an F3 body, and confirm the coupling and cosmetic parts are intact.