Zoomlion Unveils 1,600 hp 9DX Tracked Hybrid Tractor

On October 26, at the 2026 China International Agricultural Machinery Exhibition, Zoomlion presented its 9DX ultra-high-horsepower hybrid tractor. According to company statements published by en.zoomlion.com, the machine reaches a peak output of 1,600 horsepower, setting a new power record for agricultural tractors zoomlion.com. The manufacturer positioned the platform for heavy-duty, continuous field operations on large industrial farms.

Powertrain and performance

The 9DX platform integrates an 800V dual-motor coupling system paired with a hybrid continuously variable transmission (CVT), which yields a peak torque of 7,200 N·m zoomlion.com. According to Zoomlion, the hybrid setup raises operational efficiency by 10% to 15% while improving throttle response and fuel economy compared to traditional machines zoomlion.com. The tractor achieves a maximum travel speed of 40 km/h and can navigate working slopes exceeding 12 degrees zoomlion.com. The digital chassis, control hardware, and primary drive components were engineered in-house by the company.

Hydraulics and chassis design

To manage demanding implements such as ultra-wide seed drills and variable-rate fertilizer applicators, the machine features a hydraulic circuit with a flow rate of 636 L/min zoomlion.com. Ground drive is handled by a four-track system utilizing proprietary 762 mm-wide rubber tracks, designed to limit ground pressure and minimize damage to topsoil layers zoomlion.com. The cab is mounted on a fully independent suspension system and features access steps with a 65-degree inclination angle zoomlion.com. Zoomlion stated that this heavy platform expands its hybrid line, which previously included 350 hp, 400 hp, and 700 hp models.

Zoomlion Unveils 1,600 hp 9DX Hybrid Tractor Prototype

Powertrain and performance

Hydraulics and chassis design

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