M&M’s Swaraj to drive in new range of tractors

Mumbai, March 9

Mahindra group’s Swaraj plans to launch a new range of tractors in both higher and lower horse power (hp) to support small farmers in their puddling operations.

Four-wheel drive

The company will introduce new tractors in the higher hp range, including four-wheel drive tractors and lower hp tractors, to support small farmers in their puddling operations

The tractor maker also said it has introduced a series of initiatives in paddy mechanisation in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana as it seeks to enhance its presence further in the region, as per a statement issued on Tuesday.

Recently, Swaraj launched the New Swaraj 742XT tractor. Developed exclusively for paddy mechanisation, the 45hp (33.55 kW) tractor achieved success for its performance and fuel efficiency in puddling operations, the company said.

“With paddy as a key crop of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, we at Swaraj want to further build on our incredibly strong brand in the region, through the introduction of a range of solutions for the paddy farmer,” Harish Chavan, CEO, Swaraj Division, said. — PTI