The electric tractor market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The electric tractor market has seen significant growth in recent years. It is expected to grow from $0.64 billion in 2024 to $0.79 billion in 2025, at a CAGR of 23.7%.
This expansion is driven by fluctuations in fuel prices, stricter environmental regulations, government subsidies for electric vehicles, growing consumer awareness about the environmental impact, and rising competition among electric tractor manufacturers.
The electric tractor market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• The electric tractor market is anticipated to experience exponential growth, reaching $1.83 billion by 2029 at a CAGR of 23.3%.
This growth is attributed to advancements in battery technology, the decreasing cost of electric tractor components, urbanization, land fragmentation, improved health and safety regulations, and rising demand for agricultural equipment. Trends include digital technology integration, carbon-neutral farming practices, electrification of specialized agricultural applications, advanced battery technology, and the rise of hydrogen-powered tractors.
The expansion of the agricultural sector is expected to drive the growth of the electric tractor market. The agricultural sector is growing due to factors like population growth and increasing food demand. Electric tractors are gaining popularity in agriculture due to their environmental sustainability and operational cost-efficiency. For example, in April 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reported that the agricultural sector contributed approximately $1.530 trillion to the U.S. GDP in 2023. The expansion of agriculture is supporting the growth of the electric tractor market.
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
Subsegments:
1) By Light Duty: Compact Electric Tractors, Sub-Compact Electric Tractors
2) By Medium Duty: Electric Tractors For Small To Medium Farms, Electric Tractors For Utility Applications
3) By Heavy Duty: Electric Tractors For Large Farms, Electric Tractors For Industrial Applications
Companies operating in the electric tractor market are focusing on high-battery-power electric trucks to improve market competitiveness. These trucks are equipped with large-capacity battery packs, extending driving ranges and providing sufficient power for heavy loads. In October 2023, Fendt, a Germany-based agricultural machinery manufacturer, launched the e107 V Vario electric tractor, featuring a 100 kWh battery. This tractor has a driving time of 4-7 hours and can charge from 20% to 80% in just 45 minutes, with a power unit producing 90 horsepower.
Major companies operating in the electric tractor market are:
• BYD Company Limited
• Deere & Company
• Tata Motors
• Cummins Inc.
• Toyota Industries Corporation
• Escorts Kubota Limited
• Doosan Corporation
• Sany Group
• YANMAR HOLDINGS CO. LTD.
• Jungheinrich AG
• Crown Equipment Corporation
• Cargotec
• Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc.
• Konecranes
• Anhui Heli Co. Ltd.
• Hangcha Forklift
• The Raymond Corporation
• EP Equipment
• Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd.
• Solectrac
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.