The Spanish startup Voltrac is developing a fully electric autonomous tractor, designed for both agricultural and logistics applications. Field testing has already started on Spanish farms.
The Voltrac is a fully electric tractor with individual wheel motors and no traditional transmission. The drivetrain uses direct-drive electric motors on each wheel, eliminating the need for a gearbox. According to the company, this results in 70% fewer moving parts, which reduces maintenance needs and minimizes energy loss during operation.
The tractor runs on swappable 200 kWh battery packs. Under normal workloads, a full charge can last up to 20 hours. Batteries can be exchanged using a forklift or telehandler, enabling near-continuous operation.
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