{"id":24215,"date":"2026-03-30T23:01:37","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T17:31:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesofpowerandvoice.com\/?p=24215"},"modified":"2026-03-30T23:01:37","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T17:31:37","slug":"montra-electric-brings-freedom-from-fuel-worries-to-maharashtra-with-inauguration-of-its-e-tractor-dealership-in-pune","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesofpowerandvoice.com\/?p=24215","title":{"rendered":"Montra Electric Brings \u2018Freedom from Fuel Worries\u2019 to Maharashtra with Inauguration of its e-Tractor Dealership in Pune"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Pune: <\/strong>Montra Electric, the clean mobility arm of the diversified Murugappa Group, has entered the state of Maharashtra with the inauguration of its first electric tractor (E-27) dealership in Pune.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The move comes at a time when evolving global geopolitical situations are creating uncertainty around conventional fuel supply chains and pricing. For the agricultural sector, where diesel remains a core operating input, Montra Electric\u2019s E-27 acts as a sustainable and viable alternatives that can deliver greater cost control and reduce exposure to fuel dependency.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Pune region presents a strong market opportunity due to its unique blend of agricultural and industrial demand. Agriculture-driven areas such as Baramati, Indapur, Junnar, and Shirur generate steady demand for tractors used in farming, haulage, and allied activities. At the same time, rapidly developing industrial hubs like Chakan, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Wagholi, and Pune city drive tractor usage for construction, logistics, and infrastructure work. This combination of rural productivity and urban-industrial growth creates a sustained and diverse demand ecosystem for tractors across the region.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operated by Chowgule Industries Private Limited, the Pune dealership will retail Montra Electric\u2019s E-27, India\u2019s first ARAI-certified electric tractor, and is equipped with dedicated sales and service infrastructure to support consistent uptime and ownership reliability for customers in the region.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The E-27 is engineered to deliver 27 HP equivalent power and 90 Nm torque through a permanent magnet synchronous motor, enabling execution of key farm applications including ploughing, tilling, spraying and haulage. It is offered in both 2WD and 4WD configurations, allowing adaptability across varying field conditions and use cases.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Powered by a 22.37 kWh LFP prismatic-cell battery pack, the tractor delivers an operating runtime of approximately 4.5 hours and supports full charging in 2.15 hours, enabling practical deployment across daily farm cycles. It is equipped with an 8F+2R side-shift transmission, dual-speed PTO (540 and 1,000 rpm), and a 720 kg hydraulic lifting capacity, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of implements.\u00a0<strong>Prices for Montra Electric\u2019s tractor range start at \u20b910.75 lakh (ex-showroom).<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to performance, the E-27 is designed to deliver a materially improved operating experience, with zero noise, zero vibration, and reduced maintenance requirements, while eliminating dependence on diesel. The ARAI certification further validates compliance with national safety and performance standards.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commenting on the development,\u00a0<strong>Harish Prasad, CEO, Montra Electric Tractors<\/strong>, said,\u00a0<em>\u201cFuel dynamics are becoming increasingly complex, with external factors now playing a more pronounced role in cost structures for farmers. Our E-27 Electric tractors present a structurally more stable alternative by reducing dependence on diesel while maintaining operational performance. Our entry into Maharashtra is aligned with our focus on enabling access to this transition in key agricultural markets.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the inauguration,\u00a0<strong>Mr. Vijay Chowgule, Chairman, Chowgule Industries Private Limited<\/strong>, added,\u00a0<em>\u201cThere is a clear shift towards solutions that offer greater predictability in both cost and operations. The E-27 addresses this requirement through a combination of performance, lower running costs, and simplified ownership. Through this dealership in Pune, we are focused on supporting customers with the right ecosystem to evaluate and adopt electric mechanisation.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The expansion reflects Montra Electric\u2019s broader strategy of strengthening its retail and service network in markets where the shift towards economically viable and sustainable farm solutions is gaining momentum.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pune: Montra Electric, the clean mobility arm of the diversified Murugappa Group, has entered the state of Maharashtra with the inauguration of its first electric tractor (E-27) dealership in Pune. The move comes at a time when evolving global geopolitical situations are creating uncertainty around conventional fuel supply chains and pricing. 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