German car giant Volkswagen has undertaken an interesting project in Rwanda, one of the East African countries. Volkswagen Group Africa, in the context of this project electric tractor pressed the button for its production. The tractor that will be produced under the “GenFarm” project will be used by farmers in the region. will make their lives easier.

In the statement of Martina Biene, CEO of Volkswagen Group Africa, Rwanda an important market That was emphasized. Biene said that with GenFarm they will once again demonstrate their commitment to sustainable projects. They will also succeed in increasing mobility he declared.

This is what Volkswagen’s electric tractor looks like

The electric tractors that will be produced under GenFarm do not have a very advanced structure. According to the official statements, these are tractors 27 hp in power There will be an electric motor with an associated power of 20 kW. This electric motor has a capacity of 32 kWh from replaceable batteries will gain strength. In this way, farmers have the opportunity to use spare batteries.

Volkswagen has also produced pickups in the past:

What we can say about Volkswagen’s electric tractor that’s it for now. We can only say this; It is not that easy to mass produce this tractor outside Rwanda. not something that was expected.