Two companies have teamed up to roll out a new all-electric compact tractor that can be charged by simply parking it in the sun.
The Moonrider 27, co-developed by Cincinnati-based solar-product manufacturer GoSun and India-based tractor brand Moonrider, can come equipped with a 1,100-watt solar canopy built into its roof for a free stationary charge or additional runtime boost while operating.
The 2,400-pound tractor can run for approximately 5 hours on a full charge, depending on the load and intensity of the work. For faster charging, it can be plugged into a 220-volt AC outlet. When plugged in, the lithium iron phosphate battery will go from 0 to 80% battery life in about 2.5 hours.
The Moonrider 27 will come equipped with a 27-horsepower electric motor, four-wheel drive and a standard rear PTO with three-point hitch. Buyers can use the implements they already own, like mowers, tillers, blades, spreaders and trailers. It has a lift capacity of 1,650 pounds.
Interested buyers can reserve their spot for the first production run of the Moonrider 27 for $50. The deposit is fully refundable anytime before your build is finalized, the company says. The first units are expected to ship in 2027. The total cost is $19,995 for the tractor and 220-volt charger.
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GoSun Moonrider 27 Electric Compact Tractor Specs
- Rated Power: 27 HP
- PTO Horsepower: 22.8 HP
- Battery Type: LFP / 24kWH
- Estimated Runtime: 5 hours
- AC Charging Time: 2.5 hours from 0 to 80%
- Solar Charging: GoSun 1,100 watt solar array
- AC Charging: 220V AC
- Drive Type: 4WD
- Gearbox: Constant Mesh
- Speeds: 9 Forward / 3 Reverse
- PTO Speed: 540 / 540E
- PTO Engagement: Mechanical
- Hitch Lift Capacity: 1,653 lb
- Tractor Weight: 2,414 lb
- Smart Features: Mobile app access, geofencing, GPS tracking
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