TotY 2026 engine per engine

The TotY 2026 (Tractor of the Year 2026) held surprises, as usual. From the perspective of POWERTRAIN International, there are two essential facts: the reconfirmation of the supremacy of internal combustion engines, which also won the Sustainable TotY award, and the triumph of FPT Industrial, which placed three engines among the winners.

The winner of TotY 2026 HighPower: CLAAS AXION 9.450 Terra Trac

The Claas Axion 9.450 integrates high output with machine optimisation tools suited to large farms. A Stage V 6-cylinder, 8.7-litre engine with HVO compatibility is paired with the ZF TMG 45 HD “Silent” stepless transmission, achieving 40 km/h at just 1,350 rpm for exceptional transport efficiency. And this is where FPT Industrial strikes the first blow, with the Cursor 9.

MidPower: FENDT 516 VARIO

Compact dimensions meet premium technology in the Fendt 516 Vario Gen4, powered by a 5.0-litre AGCO Power CORE 50 engine delivering 164 hp (up to 174 hp with boost) and 792 Nm of torque under the Fendt iD low-rpm concept. One of the first recognitions for the newborn Core family, which at bauma was enhanced with the top-of-the-range 8-liter version.

The Vario CVT transmission (TA 120) provides seamless speed control from 20 m/h up to 50 km/h, maintaining 40 km/h at just 1,300 rpm.
The eLS hydraulic system delivers up to 155 L/min of flow, with up to seven valves, electronic linkage, and full Headland Management.

Tractor of the Year Utility: VALTRA G125 CVT Active

The Valtra G125 CVT Active represents the evolution of compact versatility. Its CVT transmission ensures precise control and smooth acceleration, particularly in front-loader and mixed-field operations. The Valtra G125 CVT Active is powered by a 4.4-liter, four-cylinder AGCO Power engine.

Specialized: NEW HOLLAND T4.120 F Auto Command

The New Holland T4.120 F Auto Command introduces continuously variable transmission (CVT) technology to the narrow tractor segment.
Equipped with a 4-cylinder FPT F5 Stage V engine (118 hp, 506 Nm), it delivers precise power management through Auto Command CVT.

Sustainable: JCB FASTRAC 6300

The JCB Fastrac 6300 redefines the balance between performance, efficiency, and sustainability in high-speed tractor engineering. Powered by a 6-cylinder FPT Industrial NEF 6.7 Stage V engine and a ZF Eccom 3.1 transmission, it optimises fuel use and lowers emissions through Smart Transmission Control (STC), providing seamless transitions between pedal and joystick operation.
Its full hydro-pneumatic suspension, 50/50 weight distribution, and ABS disc brakes ensure stability and safety up to 70 km/h, reducing time and energy consumption in transport operations.

JCB Vice Chairman George Bamford said: “Congratulations to the JCB team involved in developing the new Fastrac 6300; it is truly an engineering masterpiece that underlines JCB’s passion for innovation and for developing productive and efficient machinery.”

TotYBot: AGXEED 2.055 W3

The AgXeed 2.055 W3 is an autonomous platform marking a concrete step toward robotic field operations. It is powered by a DEUTZ TCD 2.9 L4 Stage V diesel engine (55 kW, 300 Nm) driving an electric powertrain with Engiro generators and Bosch Rexroth final drives.

The system includes an electric PTO up to 55 kW at 700 V, CCLS hydraulics (85 L/min), and a 2.5-ton rear lift, compatible with standard implements.
Connectivity encompasses ISOBUS, cloud-based fleet management, and telemetry, with TIM capability under development.

Safety is ensured by LiDAR, cameras, GPS-RTK, and tactile sensors, while its 2.8-ton unladen weight and wide tyres ensure low soil impact.

FPT’s summary

It’s time to celebrate at Agritechnica, Hanover, for FPT. The jury of the award recognized:

• 2026 HighPower “Tractor of the Year” (TotY) to the Claas Axion 9.450 Terra Trac, powered by FPT’s CURSOR 9 engine.
• 2026 Specialized “Tractor of the Year” (TotY) to the New Holland T4.120 F Auto Command, powered by FPT’s F36 engine.
• 2026 Sustainable “Tractor of the Year” (TotY) to the JCB New Fastrac 6300, powered by FPT’s N67 engine.