Mahindra Tractors, one of India’s leading tractor brand has unveiled its first CNG mono-fuel tractor on the Yuvo tractor platform, at Agrovision, Nagpur, which is said to be central India’s largest Agri Summit.
The unveiling took place on the inaugural day of the four-day summit in the presence of Nitin Gadkari, the Minister of Road, Transport, and Highway, Government of India.
The company says it is leveraging its expertise in developing dedicated CNG-powered vehicles and has prioritised optimal emission control, performance, and operational cost efficiency. It has been developed and tested at Mahindra Research Valley, Chennai.
Mahindra claims the CNG tractor offers power and performance at par with diesel-run tractors along with significantly reducing emissions by nearly 70% compared to its diesel counterpart. It also offers lower engine vibrations that helps decrease noise levels, measuring 3.5db lower than diesel tractors. This enhancement not only facilitates extended working hours and engine life but also ensures enhanced operator comfort, catering to both farm and non-farm applications.
The CNG tractor adeptly handles various agricultural and haulage applications, matching the capabilities of existing diesel tractors. Mahindra’s CNG tractor features four tanks with a water capacity of 45 litres each, or 24kg of gas on-board, filled at 200-bar pressure. The company claims an anticipated savings of Rs 100 per hour over diesel tractors.
