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Agromec has released details of the Agromec E600, a fully electric tractor based on the Fendt 600 Vario platform. The machine enters the medium- to high-power electric tractor segment. It is scheduled to be offered in the Netherlands in 2026.
The model offers power ranging from 140 hp to 200 hp, depending on the version. The E600 uses an internal 170 kWh battery with a temperature control system, compatible with AC and DC (fast) charging.
The tractor includes a fronthead (front lift) and frontaftakas (front PTO) to operate implements directly in front of the machine. The maximum authorized gross weight is approximately 13.500 kg.
One of the standout features is the optional range extender. This device can increase power capacity—serving as an extra battery—and can also be used to charge other devices.
According to Agromec, the E600 was designed for 24-hour operation without loss of performance, even in intensive work. The control interface includes a digital panel, a 12-inch terminal, and multiple customization options for the operator.
The project combines Dutch engineering with European electrical technology, in partnership with Elma, a company specializing in electric drive systems.
The E600's technical basis is a conversion of the Fendt 600 Vario, with the diesel engine and conventional components replaced by an electric motor and high-capacity batteries.
The electric version uses the VarioDrive transmission with four-wheel drive and maintains controls similar to those of traditional Fendt tractors, making it easier for operators accustomed to diesel models to adopt. According to technical reports, the battery can be charged to 80% in about an hour with an external fast charger (CCS-2).
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