Electric tractors are agricultural vehicles powered by electric motors and batteries instead of traditional internal combustion engines. These tractors use electricity stored in batteries to drive the electric motors, which propel the vehicle and operate its various mechanical components. Electric tractors are known for their potential environmental benefits, such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions and noise pollution, compared to diesel-powered tractors.
Electric Tractor Global Market Report 2024 provides data on the global electric tractor market such as market size, growth forecasts, segments and geographies, competitive landscape including leading competitors’ revenues, profiles and market shares. The electric tractor market report identifies opportunities and strategies based on market trends and leading competitors’ approaches.
The electric tractor market has experienced exponential growth in recent years, expected to grow from $0.52 billion in 2023 to $0.64 billion in 2024, at a CAGR of 23.3%. This growth is driven by fluctuations in fuel prices, environmental regulations, government incentives, growing environmental awareness, and competition among manufacturers. The market is projected to reach $1.48 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 23.4%. The anticipated growth is supported by improvements in battery technology, lower component costs, urbanization, land fragmentation, increased health and safety regulations in agriculture, and higher demand for agricultural equipment. Key trends in the forecast period include the integration of digital technologies, carbon-neutral farming practices, electrification of specialized agricultural applications, advanced battery technologies, and the rise of hydrogen-powered tractors.
The expansion of the agricultural sector is expected to boost the growth of the electric tractor market. The agricultural sector is growing due to rising food demand and technological advancements that improve productivity. Electric tractors, known for their sustainability and cost-effectiveness, are increasingly used in agriculture. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported that agriculture and food industries contributed $1.530 trillion to the U.S. GDP in 2023, underscoring the growing agricultural sector and the rising adoption of electric tractors to enhance farm operations.
Get Your Free Sample of the Global Electric Tractor Market Report The electric tractor market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Light, Medium-Duty, Heavy-Duty
2) By Battery Type: Lithium-Ion, Lead Acid
3) By Power Source: Solar Powered, Battery Operated
4) By DriveTrain Technology: Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)
5) By Application: Agriculture, Construction, Mining, Logistics
Major firms in the electric tractor market are developing high-battery-power electric trucks to achieve a competitive edge. These trucks feature large-capacity battery packs for extended ranges and heavy-load capabilities. For example, in October 2023, Germany-based Fendt launched an electric tractor equipped with a 100 kWh battery and the FendtONE operating system. This tractor can operate for four to seven hours and charges from 20% to 80% in 45 minutes. Producing 90 horsepower, it is capable of reaching speeds of up to 40 km/h, addressing modern agricultural needs.
North America was the largest region in the electric tractor market in 2023. The regions covered in the electric tractor market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.