VST Tillers Tractors Ltd. Launches Series 9 Range of Compact Tractors

VST Tillers Tractors Ltd announced the launch of its 'Series 9 Range of Compact Tractors' from 18 Horsepower (HP) onwards in Bengaluru on Tuesday, August 9, 2023. With the company’s aim to establish its leadership in the 4WD Compact Tractor segment in the country, VST has designed and developed its new series of tractors at Hosur Plant, Tamil Nadu.

VST Tillers Tractors Ltd Series 9 Models Introduced

There are six new models in the range of 18HP to 36HP that are available, including:

• VST 918 (18.5 HP)

• VST 922 (22 HP)

• VST 927 (24 HP)

• VST 929 (28 HP)

• VST 932 (30 HP)

• VST 939 (36 HP)

What is VST Tillers Tractors Ltd Series 9?

VST’s Series 9 is the most advanced compact range with international design and technological integration to address the growing needs of farm mechanization in orchard, horticulture as well as traditional agriculture crops and non-agriculture filed.

VST’s new multiutility compact tractors have several firsts to their credit that includes:

• Independent PTO

• MID PTO

• Reverse PTO

• Fully Synchromesh Gearbox

• Electro-Hydraulic Controls (EHC)

• Dual track width option with selective models

Through the adoption of new technology, the new range provides increased comfort for the operator. Moreover, the EHC feature enables the driver to control the implements with the touch of a button.

Its narrowest track width with dual options and short turning radius allows farmers to navigate narrow spaces easily while working with different crops. This will increase productivity reducing crop damage.

The 'Series 9' tractor range also comes with a state-of-the-art design and optimal dimensions making it a real lightweight tractor. The series is equipped with a best-in-class engine delivering best-in-class power, torque, and mileage.

The ergonomics of the new VST Series 9 Tractors include:

• Raised platform

• Premium look

• Project headlamps

• Heat protector shield

• New-generation instrument cluster

• Deluxe seat

• Short turning radius

These majestic tractors are suitable for a wide range of applications and can be used with tillers, rotavators, MB plough, ridger, duck foot cultivators, sprayers, loaders, haulage, thresher, genset, and many more.

Antony Cherukara, CEO, VST Tillers Tractors Ltd.

“The launch of the new Series 9 tractors is in line with VST’s commitment towards farm mechanization of multiple crops and enriching the lives of Indian farmers. With the Indian farming community embracing newer technologies which are innovative and efficient, our Series 9 Range will be the most advanced and versatile tractor offering in its segment and is developed to deliver a winning formula of Extra Power – Extra Saving – Extra Comfort, for better earnings for Indian farmers,” said, Antony Cherukara, CEO, in the company’s press release.

He added that progression on the path of exponential growth by adopting a Fast, Frugal, and Future ready approach, VST will also be launching a premium series of VST-Zetor in the coming months to offer a wide range of products to the farmers and business associates.

VST Tillers Tractors Ltd.

VST Tillers Tractors Limited was established in the year 1967 by the VST Group of companies. The company has a legacy of more than 55 years and continues to drive farm mechanization and empowerment of farmers.

VST Tillers Tractors Ltd is one of the fastest-growing brands in the agricultural segment and commands a leadership position in power tillers with more than 70% of the market share and pioneer in the 4WD compact tractors segment. It is also one of the leading producers of another category of tractors, engines, transmission, power Reaper, and Precision Components.

VST Tractors are marketed under the ‘FIELDTRAC’ brand in various markets of the European Union Meeting and exports its products to Europe, Asia, and Africa.  The company crossed the milestone of Rs. 1000 Crore revenue during FY 2022-23 and is on track to become a Rs. 3000 Crore global brand in diversifying farm mechanization products and solutions by 2026, as per their 5X Vision.