[dated] http://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/100-electric-tractor-from-fendt-runs-for-5-continuous-hours/ 100% electric tractor from Fendt runs for ‘5 continuous hours’ Sep 11, 2017 Jim Breen
[images https://cdn.agriland.ie/uploads/2017/09/Fendt-5-730x375.jpg https://cdn.agriland.ie/uploads/2017/09/Fendt-1.jpg Fendt Electric tractor runs for ‘5 continuous hours’ https://cdn.agriland.ie/uploads/2017/09/Fendt-21-768x512.jpg https://cdn.agriland.ie/uploads/2017/09/Fendt-4-768x512.jpg https://cdn.agriland.ie/uploads/2017/09/Fendt-3-768x512.jpg ] The Fendt e100 Vario is the first practical, battery-powered tractor that can be used in most day-to-day yard operations without having to be recharged multiple times each day, or so claims the German manufacturer. The e100 Vario is an all-electric compact tractor with a power output of 50kW (circa 67hp). It can apparently operate for up to five continuous hours under “real, actual” conditions. The energy source is a 650V lithium-ion battery with a capacity of around 100kWh. The battery is charged either with 400V and up to 22kW via a CEE outdoor socket, or by a supercharging option. With a CCS Type 2 plug, the battery can supposedly be recharged up to 80% in just 40 minutes. Fendt says that its e100 Vario is compatible with conventional as well as electrified implements. The tractor is fitted with two AEF-compliant power interfaces for electrical equipment. A short-term boost of up to 150kW for such implements can be provided by the battery. A standard PTO connection is also available, as well as the usual hydraulic supply (via remote spool valves) to implements. “Precise control” of electrically-powered implements (which exist but are, as yet, relatively rare) is promised – thanks to the tractor’s own electrical drive system. The maximum torque for the PTO, for example, is available from a standing start. Safety, according to Fendt, is “assured” by an insulated design and ongoing electronic system monitoring. A regulated, electrical heat pump performs the task of air conditioning the cab, as well as controlling the temperature of the battery and electronics. Energy management, including the tractor’s battery information, can be monitored via a smartphone. Functions such as pre-heating in winter or air conditioning in summer can be controlled in advance, when the tractor is connected to the mains supply. What are the key benefits of such a tractor? Maintenance work and costs are reduced, says Fendt. Consumables such as engine oil, filters, AdBlue and diesel are a thing of the past. The e100 Vario is also very quiet. The e100 Vario will be out and about around Europe in 2018 in limited numbers, initially on farms and in local authorities. [© 2017 Agriland Media] ... http://www.fendt.com/us/fendt-e100-vario.html endt e100 Vario - AGCO GmbH Sep 8, 2017 - The Fendt e100 Vario is low-maintenance, energy-efficient, quiet and emissions-free. Regardless of whether it is used in a stable, on a farm ... http://www.fendt.com/int/fendt-e100-vario.html ... [video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v50WJ-sCLrs New Fendt e100 Vario | The battery-powered compact tractor - 3:16 Sep 13, 2017 - Uploaded by TractorLab New Fendt e100 Vario | The battery-powered compact tractor New Video: https://goo.gl/7jfYxX Most ... ] ... https://www.farmmachinerysales.com.au/editorial/details/fendt-teases-electric-tractor-109172/ Fendt teases electric tractor Sep 27, 2017 - Fendt claims its e100 Vario will the first practical battery-powered tractor to hit the global market ... ... https://www.farm-equipment.com/articles/14754-manufacturers-continue-push-toward-electric-farm-vehicles Manufacturers Continue Push Toward Electric Farm Vehicles Nov 3, 2017... AGCO/Fendt Introduces Electric Compact Tractor According to AGCO/Fendt, the Fendt e100 Vario is the “first practical, battery-powered tractor that can be used in normal operation for a full working day without the need to recharge. High-capacity battery technology is now available on the market that is ideal for use in compact tractors. The ever-growing need to reduce noise and exhaust emissions is also a driving force behind the development of electrical systems.” ... For EVLN EV-newswire posts use: http://evdl.org/archive/ {brucedp.neocities.org} -- Sent from: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/ _______________________________________________ UNSUBSCRIBE: http://www.evdl.org/help/index.html#usub http://lists.evdl.org/listinfo.cgi/ev-evdl.org Please discuss EV drag racing at NEDRA (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEDRA)
