Kubota has released the LXe-261 electrically powered compact tractor. The battery-powered tractor will be showcased at several key events around Europe over the coming months, before being made available for rental from 2023.

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A major challenge in developing electric tractors has been ensuring hours of continuous operation. The new LXe-261 is equipped with a large capacity battery that can provide rapid one-hour charging and three to four hours of continuous run-time. This means operators will be able to quickly charge the batteries during lunch and continue working in the afternoon for optimal efficiency.

The LXe-261 also includes key features suitable for mowing, hauling, and other green space management tasks, including an independent pto, HST transmission and multiple hydraulic outlets. The specification of the LXe-261 is contained in a compact size, making this model well-suited to a wide range of applications.

The electric compact tractor will then be available for rental in the UK from April 2023. Kubota Corporation is the first Japanese manufacturer to release a limited number of LXe-261 electric compact tractors in Europe, with the company actively striving towards carbon neutrality. For that reason, the company has been transitioning to electric, hybrid, and fuel-cell drives in an effort to decarbonise power sources and reduce carbon dioxide emissions.