Voltrac’s fully electric autonomous tractor to launch in 2026
The Spanish startup Voltrac is developing a fully electric autonomous tractor, designed for both agricultural and logistics applications. Field testing has already started on Spanish farms.
The Voltrac is a fully electric tractor with individual wheel motors and no traditional transmission. The drivetrain uses direct-drive electric motors on each wheel, eliminating the need for a gearbox. According to the company, this results in 70% fewer moving parts, which reduces maintenance needs and minimizes energy loss during operation.
The tractor runs on swappable 200 kWh battery packs. Under normal workloads, a full charge can last up to 20 hours. Batteries can be exchanged using a forklift or telehandler, enabling near-continuous operation.
Voltrac’s modular platform supports either a standard three-point hitch (Category II) or a flatbed frame mounted on top of the chassis. This makes the machine suitable for a range of fieldwork tasks as well as internal transport, such as during harvest or logistics on large farms and estates.
Autonomy with a learning loop
Voltrac’s autonomous system is still under active development. The vehicle is equipped with cameras and sensors and can drive itself. According to the developers, the goal is to create a system that learns from previous tasks and minimizes the need for pre-programming.
To achieve this, Voltrac collects various types of operational data, including soil moisture, crop type, and yield data, to allow the machine to automatically adapt operations like spraying, fertilization, or cultivation.
The tractor’s control system is open-source, allowing third-party manufacturers or farmers to integrate implements, sensors, or software.
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Market introduction planned for 2026
Voltrac was founded in 2024 by Francisco Infante and Thomas Hubregtsen. The startup recently raised €2 million in seed funding from European investors including FoodLabs and Antler. A working prototype is now being tested in cooperation with Aguirre Agricola, a Spanish manufacturer of sprayers, spreaders, and seeders.
The first commercial units are expected to become available in 2026. Voltrac is targeting specialty crops, orchards, vineyards, and small- to mid-scale arable farms.
Dual-use: military logistics
Voltrac is also exploring defense-related applications. Thanks to its modular, quiet, and fully electric design, the tractor can be deployed in high-risk areas for supply and logistics missions. The company is in discussions with NATO partners regarding future deployment in frontline logistics.
