The marvel of CSIR technology, An affordable and powerful compact tractor for farmers

Historically, farming relied on plows drawn by oxen. However, modern farming has transitioned to using tractors, which come with advanced features that make farming easier, more cost-effective, and time-efficient. This allows farmers to manage other tasks efficiently.

Challenges for Small and Marginal Farmers:

Over 80% of farmers in India are small and marginal. Many of them still rely on oxen for farming, facing challenges in operating costs, maintenance, and securing good returns. To address these challenges, the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has developed a compact, easily operable low-horsepower tractor tailored to meet the needs of small and marginal farmers.

Features of Compact Tractors:

This compact tractor is designed to be simple to operate and highly useful for small-scale farming. It is equipped with a 9 HP diesel engine, 8 forward and 2 reverse speeds, and a PTO with 6 splines at 540 RPM. The total weight of the tractor is approximately 450 kilograms. The front wheels measure 4.5-10 inches, and the rear wheels measure 6-16 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1200 mm, a ground clearance of 255 mm, and a turning radius of 1.75 meters.

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Benefits for Farmers: Using a compact tractor increases the speed of farming operations and reduces the time required for various tasks. It also lowers capital and maintenance costs for farmers. Small and marginal farmers who previously relied on oxen-drawn plows can switch to compact tractors for more efficient farming.

Features and Prices of Mini Tractors: Mini tractors, also known as hand tractors, are useful agricultural tools for small farmers. In India, the price of mini tractors starts at around ₹2.9 lakhs and can go up to ₹6-7 lakhs, depending on the horsepower. Small tractors with 10 to 15 HP are priced between ₹1 to ₹2 lakhs. Affordable mini tractors can be purchased from companies like Sonalika, Mahindra, Swaraj, John Deere, and Eicher.

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Solis YM 348A 4WD Tractor Features and Price:

For agricultural work, farmers need various implements, and tractors play a crucial role in simplifying these tasks. The Solis YM 348A 4WD tractor is designed to generate 48.5 HP power with a 3054 cc engine at 2100 RPM. It features a dry air filter and has a maximum PTO power of 41.2 HP. The lifting capacity of this tractor is 1450 kilograms, and it comes with CAT 2/CAT 1 (ADDC) three-point linkage. It also includes power steering for smooth driving in the fields. The forward speed of the Solis YM 348A 4WD tractor is set at 29.78 kmph. The ex-showroom price of this tractor in India is ₹9.20 lakhs.