Agricultural producers need specific tools to cultivate their crops, and while the average-sized utility tractor is great for general farm work, it is not the best tractor for vineyard cultivation. The narrow vineyard rows make it difficult for larger tractors to maneuver between them. In response to this, agricultural machinery companies are catering specifically to the viticulture market by producing narrow tractors that can better navigate through cramped rows.
While several manufacturers offer narrow tractors, Solectrac is the only company offering two fully electric tractors for vineyard cultivation.
The Solectrac e70N Narrow Electric Tractor is a 70 HP (52kW) diesel equivalent tractor that is only 54 inches wide. The e70N also has standard four-wheel drive, accepts Category 1 and 2 type implements, and has a 540 power take-off (PTO) that puts out 200 foot-pounds of torque at any speed. The three-point rear hitch can support 2000 pounds, and a standard front battery mount is available to attach an exchangeable battery pack to extend runtime. All this power and capability make the e70N the best narrow vineyard tractor on the market.
The e25 Compact Electric Tractor is a 25 HP (18kW) model with a 20 HP (15kW) power take-off (PTO), and standard four-wheel drive. The CET accepts Category 1 type implements like a boom sprayer or sulfur duster and has a rear three-point hitch capacity of 1650 pounds. With the standard agricultural tires, the CET is only four feet wide, making it the best small vineyard tractor in its class.
Both models offer significant advantages over traditional diesel tractors. They are safer for farmworkers because they do not produce exhaust fumes and they barely make any noise, this creates a safer, healthier work environment. The batteries can be charged from the electrical grid or from renewable sources like solar power. And, both models are low maintenance, they do not require regular oil changes or tune-ups like a combustion engine needs.
Find out more today about our line of electric tractors for viticulture.
