Escorts showcases India's 1st Hybrid Tractor

Escorts has unveiled what is said to be India's first hybrid tractor.

The Hybrid Concept Tractor is powered by an engine with 70-75 HP. The company claims that with the hybrid system, the power output can be boosted up to 90 HP.

It has four operating modes - Hybrid, Pure Electric, ICE direct and Charging mode. In Hybrid mode, both the diesel engine and electric power is used to propel the vehicle. In Pure Electric mode, the tractor runs solely on batteries. In ICE direct mode, the tractor operates on the internal combustion engine alone. Finally, there are three charging modes - regeneration, ICE and plug-in mode.

In addition to the hybrid tractor, Escorts has also showcased a hybrid backhoe loader concept. It uses a 50 HP engine and a hybrid system that is claimed to boost output up to 75 HP. It has a regenerative mode and three working modes - Hybrid, ICE-Diesel and Electric-Excavator only.

Escorts also showcased its multi-utility Rural Transport Vehicle (RTV) concept called Rider. It has a payload capacity of 750 kg and has an optional four-wheel drive mode.