Country's first e-tractor: Sonalika Tiger electric launch; The company claims that the diesel tractor can be operated at only a quarter of the cost, costing Rs 5.99 lakh
- The battery can be fully charged in 10 hours with a regular home socket and in just 4 hours with a fast charger.
- When operating a two ton trolley it will have a battery life of up to 8 hours, top speed -24.93 kmph
At a time when the electrification of the automobile industry is a bit slow in the Indian market, especially compared to Europe and the US, there is steady progress in that direction. At a time when we are still waiting for the launch of some passenger electric vehicles, Sonalika has come forward and introduced India's first electric tractor-Tiger Electric.
Will be fully charged in 4 hours
The Sonalika Tiger Electric is built on the same tried and tested platform that is found in its regular tractors. Tiger Electric's powertrain includes a 25.5 kW, naturally cooling, compact battery with IP65 protection. The battery can be charged in 10 hours from a regular home socket and in just 4 hours using a fast charger. Which eliminates the need to rotate the fuel pump.
You will get a top speed of 24.93kmph.
The Etrac electric motor manufactured in Germany is also capable of providing high peak torque at zero RPM, making it suitable for field operation. The company claims that the running cost of an electric tractor is 1 / 4th of the cost of operating a diesel tractor. The company claims that it has a top speed of 24.93kmph and a full charge battery can last up to 8 hours while operating a two ton trolley.
Will be built at the Hoshiarpur plant in Punjab.
Raman Mittal, Executive Director, Sonalika Group, said that as the world moves towards environmentally friendly initiatives, electric vehicles in the segment are eagerly seen as an alternative to those that run on fuel. Sonalika's Field Ready Tiger Electric Tractor is our commitment to accelerate India's drive towards a greenery and to align with the Government of India's ambitious move to launch EVs by 2030. "
The manufacturer also said that it seeks to provide technical development to bring the latest innovation in India from the global market, increasing agricultural productivity and profitability. Tiger Electric will be manufactured at the brand's Hoshiarpur plant in Punjab, making it a make-in-India product.
Bookings for Sonalika Tiger Electric have been opened across the country. It has been launched with an affordable price of Rs 5.99 lakh which will reduce the running cost. The new e-tractor definitely seems like a very practical option, which is also good for the environment.
