Corporate Evolution and Japanese Partnership
Headquartered in Faridabad, Haryana, Escorts has served Indian agriculture for over seven decades, pioneering indigenous tractor manufacturing and rural mechanization.
Through its joint venture and strategic integration with Kubota Corporation of Japan, the company combines Japanese research in multi-cylinder diesel engines and 4WD powertrains with rugged Indian chassis durability.
- Corporate identity: Escorts Kubota Limited (joint partnership with Kubota Corporation, Japan)
- Manufacturing footprint: State-of-the-art assembly plants in Faridabad, Haryana
- R&D integration: Collaboration delivering fuel-efficient common rail diesel engines and precision transmissions
- Business segments: Agri Machinery (tractors), Construction Equipment (cranes/loaders), and Railway Products
Tractor Portfolios: Farmtrac, Powertrac, and Steeltrac
Escorts Kubota markets distinct tractor brands positioned to serve diverse agricultural segments, ranging from compact orchard farming to heavy commercial haulage.
Each brand line features specialized engineering technologies, including AVL-designed diesel engines, multi-speed PTOs, and balanced weight distributions.
- Farmtrac: Premium utility and commercial tractors (35 HP to 65+ HP) engineered with high torque for heavy rotavators and trailers
- Powertrac: Fuel-efficient 'Diesel Saver' utility tractors (25 HP to 55 HP) optimized for low operating costs per hectare
- Steeltrac: Compact 12 HP to 18 HP mini-tractors engineered for inter-row orchard and vineyard operations
- Euro and Classic series: Modern aerodynamic styling with high-performance hydraulic lift systems
Service Network, Implement Compatibility, and Subsidies
Escorts Kubota maintains a nationwide network of over 1,000 authorized dealerships, rural service workshops, and trained mechanics providing genuine spare parts.
All commercial tractor models are certified by the Central Farm Machinery Training and Testing Institute (CFMTTI) and qualify for capital subsidies under the Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM).
- Implement pairing: Compatible with laser levelers, reversible MB ploughs, 6-8 foot rotavators, and balers
- Testing compliance: Certified under official CFMTTI commercial testing protocols
- SMAM Subsidies: Eligible for state mechanization capital assistance via Direct Benefit Transfer
- Dealer support: 24/7 telematics support via Care24x7 customer care networks
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Common questions
What tractor brands are manufactured by Escorts Kubota?
Escorts Kubota manufactures the Farmtrac, Powertrac, Steeltrac, and Escort tractor brand lines in India.
What is the key advantage of the Powertrac 'Diesel Saver' series?
Powertrac tractors feature specialized engine tuning and transmission ratios engineered to minimize hourly diesel consumption during routine field tillage.
Are Escorts Kubota tractors eligible for government subsidies?
Yes, all models hold valid CFMTTI commercial test reports and qualify for state and central subsidies under the SMAM scheme.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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