Winners of Tractor of the Year 2026: What Farmers Need to Know

In November 2025, at the world’s largest agricultural machinery exhibition Agritechnica 2025 in Hanover, Germany, the winners of the prestigious international competition Tractor of the Year 2026 (TOTY) were officially announced.
A panel of Europe’s leading agricultural machinery journalists selected the best tractors of the year across several categories — machines that represent the highest level of innovation, performance, and technological advancement.

For farmers and agricultural businesses, these results show the direction in which global tractor engineering is moving, and what technologies will soon become standard across modern farms.

HighPower Category (over 300 hp)

Winner: Claas Axion 9.450 Terra Trac

Designed for large farms and heavy-duty field operations, this tractor stands out thanks to its Terra Trac tracked undercarriage, which significantly reduces soil compaction and increases traction.
High hydraulic output, intelligent power management, and a premium operator environment make the Axion 9.450 one of the most productive tractors in its class.

MidPower Category (150–280 hp)

Winner: Fendt 516 Vario Gen 4

A top choice for mid-sized farms requiring a versatile, fuel-efficient, and technologically advanced tractor.
Its Vario CVT transmission, integrated FendtONE digital operating ecosystem, and high-precision hydraulic system make the 516 Vario Gen 4 one of the most modern tractors in the MidPower segment.

Utility Category (compact tractors, 70–140 hp)

Winner: Valtra G125 CVT Active

A highly universal machine suitable for transport, livestock tasks, soil preparation, and daily farm work.
Compact dimensions, excellent maneuverability, and the smooth CVT Active transmission deliver outstanding performance for farmers who need a reliable all-rounder.

Specialized Category

Winner: New Holland T4.120F Auto Command

A tractor created specifically for vineyards, orchards, berry farms, and mountainous regions.
It features a narrow chassis, outstanding maneuverability, and a premium Auto Command CVT — a rare advantage in the orchard tractor segment.
This is a purpose-built machine for working efficiently in limited and narrow-row conditions.

Sustainable Category (innovation for sustainable development)

Winner: JCB Fastrac 6300

This category evaluates not “eco-friendliness” alone, but innovation that improves efficiency, reduces fuel consumption, and optimizes operator comfort and resource use.
The JCB Fastrac 6300 combines high transport speed, improved suspension systems, and optimised power efficiency — making it one of the most forward-thinking tractors in the segment.

TotyBot Category (autonomous machines)

Winner: AgXeed 2.055 W3

An autonomous cabless agricultural robot tractor capable of performing field operations independently based on preset GPS-guided paths.
Equipped with a full three-point hitch, it works with standard implements and automates repetitive tasks, representing the future of autonomous farming solutions.

What This Means for Farmers

Technological integration is becoming standard — CVT transmissions, precision farming systems, and advanced hydraulics are no longer optional.

Fuel efficiency and soil protection are key trends across all tractor classes.

Autonomous solutions are quickly emerging as a response to labor shortages.

Compact and specialized tractors are more important than ever for orchards, vineyards, berry plantations, and confined farm environments.

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