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MUMBAI, NOVEMBER 11, 2025
Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited (TAFE), one of the world’s largest tractor manufacturers, made a strong global impression at Agritechnica 2025 in Germany, unveiling its next-generation hybrid electric tractor — the TAFE EVX75 — and celebrating the recognition of its TAFE EV28 electric tractor as one of the Top 5 finalists in the “Tractor of the Year (TOTY) 2026 Sustainable Tractor Category*.
Showcasing its cutting-edge innovation, TAFE introduced three new product ranges up to 100 HP across utility, compact, and speciality tractor segments. These included the TAFE 1015, a 103 HP heavy-duty tractor with a new cab; the TAFE 7515 GE, a 74 HP fruit and orchard model designed for vineyards and hilly terrains; and the **TAFE 6065 Compact Utility Series**, a 65 HP lightweight tractor ideal for precision and municipal operations.
The spotlight of the showcase, the TAFE EVX75 hybrid tractor, combines a 75 HP hybrid powertrain with an EU Stage V diesel engine and a 400 V electric battery system, allowing seamless transition between zero-emission electric mode and hybrid mode for demanding fieldwork. Delivering superior fuel efficiency, lower emissions, and high performance, the EVX75 sets a new standard in sustainable mechanization. Its liquid-cooled high-voltage system, 3-speed transmission reaching 40 km/h, and automation-ready design underline TAFE’s commitment to technological excellence.
TAFE also unveiled Terra 2.0, an integrated digital platform featuring the company’s proprietary vision-based guidance system Terra Vista, aimed at making precision AgTech solutions affordable and scalable for farmers worldwide.
Speaking on the milestone, Dr. Lakshmi Venu, Vice Chairman, TAFE, said, “For over 65 years, TAFE has earned the trust of customers globally through its engineering excellence and reliability. We continue to innovate with the world, for the world, delivering advanced and dependable solutions for farmers across 80 countries.”
Mallika Srinivasan, Chairman and Managing Director of TAFE, emphasized the company’s global ambition: “TAFE aspires to lead the sub-100 HP tractor segment globally — the largest volume category in the world. Our focus is on offering smart, accessible, and sustainable mechanization solutions, supported by investments in precision AgTech, automation, electrification, and alternate energy technologies.”
Evolving beyond a traditional tractor manufacturer, TAFE is transforming into a complete farm-solutions enterprise, driving innovation through collaborations with startups and academic institutions. Through its new hybrid, electric, and precision farming technologies, TAFE continues to strengthen its mission of “Cultivating the World” — empowering farmers with reliable, efficient, and sustainable solutions for the future of global agriculture.
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