First-Of-Its-Kind Hybrid Tractor Debuts In China

First-Of-Its-Kind Hybrid Tractor Debuts In China Zoomlion, a Chinese manufacturing company, recently rolled out the DV4004, a 400-hp hybrid tractor. Rushan Aynetdinov, chief operating officer of Zoomlion Agriculture Machinery Co., comments, “This will be a new-generation tractor that fully replaces similar models from European manufacturers while achieving greater fuel efficiency.” The hybrid’s diesel engine works with Zoomlion’s intelligent MIDD (Meshed Intelligent Direct Drive) hybrid system. The company isn’t sharing too many details but hints that using an electric power boost lowers the tractor’s fuel consumption by approximately 8%. Variable speeds from 1 to 40 kph are available. Pressurized operator cabins feature built-in navigation systems and 360-degree camera views. The hydraulic system can hold up to 250 liters per minute. The tractor’s height is 3.4 m, while its length is 6.4 m. Due to the large 600/70R30 (front) and 710/70R42 (rear) tires, ground clearance is 440 mm. It’s unknown when Zoomlion will expand its agricultural equipment into Europe, but recent presentations have pointed to big plans for the European market. At the company’s 2025 business conference, assistant Zoomlion president Lu Quing said, “I’m confident we can achieve greater growth in the global agricultural machinery industry.” He pointed to Zoomlion’s strong research and development, production process, and manufacturing capabilities as evidence of its strength. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Zoomlion Agriculture Machinery Co., No.16 Exi Rd., Sanshan District, Wuhu City, Anhui Province, China (ph +86 553-5631723; e-sales@zoomlion-hm.com; www.zoomlion-ag.com).

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