The domestic market for agricultural machinery in China was formed back in the 50s. And in 2020, 120 enterprises were engaged in its production. The Chinese are actively using both European and their own technologies and developments. The successes are obvious: tractors from China are in demand and are delivered to the countries of the South-Eastern region, Europe, America, where they compete with local manufacturers.
Tractor market in Russia and China
There is an interesting ratio of types of agricultural machinery from China, which is in the greatest demand. The share of low power machines (up to 49 "horses") is very high and reaches 60%. But, on the other hand, the number of tractors of the senior traction classes is much less and even almost falls short of 1,5%. In the sector of machines with a capacity of 50-450 liters. With. the leading positions are occupied by such giants as John Deere, MTZ, Rostselmash, Fendt, Claas New Holland and other well-known manufacturers.
MTZ is not going to give up its positions. Photo: YouTube.com
By the way, the total number of foreign equipment in the Russian Federation reaches 70%. And at the same time, the Russian market is still not saturated! The number of tractors decreases every year, and the load on them increases.
Advantages of agricultural machinery from China
First of all, it is the cost, or rather the policy associated with it. The Chinese managed to find the notorious price-quality ratio. In addition, equipment from the PRC is versatile and can work with a large number of trailed implements. Also, the pluses include comfort and low complexity of maintenance.
Inside Chinese tractors, everything is modern, amenities are maximum. Photo: YouTube.com
The Russian Federation has a long experience of cooperation with China, therefore, when making tractors for Russia, the designers take into account its harsh climate.
Disadvantages
These include an underdeveloped dealer network and difficulties in acquiring spare parts. At the same time, statistically, the equipment of well-known manufacturers breaks down just as often. It's just that there is a place to repair it and there are no problems with spare parts. Therefore, the illusion is often created that European and American tractors are an order of magnitude better than Chinese ones. Nevertheless, brands from China are stubbornly moving into the Russian market. What is the most willing to buy there?
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The largest company that started its activity in 1952. By the 69th, the corporation becomes known in the world and by 2020 exports its products to one hundred countries.
The workshops of the company have the most modern equipment. Photo: YouTube.com
These are mainly cars, as for tractors, the company specializes in equipment with a capacity of up to 40 and 250 "horses". It is worth considering the most popular models in more detail.
Dongfeng DF-504C
Universal all-wheel drive wheeled vehicle with a plug-in front end. The A498BT power unit is a 4-cylinder diesel engine developing 50 hp. With. The box is reversible, the steering wheel with power steering, there is a pneumatic output from a switchable compressor (pressure up to 8 atmospheres). The suspension is three-point, there is a hydraulic distributor with a pair of lines and a power take-off shaft.
Tractor Dongfeng DF-504 G3. Photo: YouTube.com
The manufacturer offers versions with or without a cab. Of course, in Russia the first option is more often chosen. And for good reason: the cabin is airtight, has noise and thermal insulation. A heating and ventilation system is provided, there is a cabin filter. So that the mechanic does not get bored, a car radio with a USB connector is installed. And for all this they ask for 1 million 600 thousand rubles.
Dongfeng DF-804C
This is a more powerful technique with a four-cylinder diesel engine of 4,94 liters, issuing 80 "horses". The tractor can perform all the same functions as described in the previous model. Of the differences, in addition to a more powerful engine, a two-speed (540 and 1000 rpm) power take-off shaft can be distinguished. Of the amenities for the tractor driver, air conditioning has been added. There is also an option with a cabin and without. The first one costs 2 million 968 thousand 900 rubles.
Tractor Dongfeng DF-804 - despite its small size, the cab is large, the door is wide. Photo: YouTube.com
Well, another popular representative of Dongfeng is the DF-904C model. Here the diesel produces 90 hp. With. The tractor is estimated for some reason cheaper than its predecessor, at 2 million 550 thousand rubles. Less often they buy the next version - Dongfeng DF-1254 with a capacity of 125 hp. with., with a carrying capacity of 2,6 tons.
Foton Lovol
The company ranks first in its region in the production of agricultural machinery. Foton Lovol products are sold in 118 countries, including the states of Europe, America, Asia and the Russian Federation, where cars are supplied in the power range of 25-185 hp. With.
Foton 244 (LOVOL TE-244)
Diesel all-wheel drive mini-tractor, the engine of which produces only 24 hp. With. The three-cylinder engine is liquid-cooled. The reverse gearbox provides 8 gears forward and the same number back. A differential lock is provided, there is a two-speed PTO.
LOVOL TE-244 in public utilities. Photo: YouTube.com
With a mass of 1,45 tons and dimensions of 3,17x1,45x2,35 m (length, width, height), the tractor speeds up to 30 km / h. The cost of the model with a cab is 899 thousand rubles. From the mini-series, more powerful "Photon" with an index of 254, 404 and 554 are also in demand.
Lovol TD904
Many consider this tractor to be a very real replacement for the "classmates" from MTZ. Although, according to the head of the official dealer center in Belarus, this model can take an "intermediate place" between expensive Western, American tractors and the products of the Minsk plant.
Here is the exterior! Photo: YouTube.com
The third generation machine is considered one of the most successful from this manufacturer. This is a universal tractor, specially adapted to a wide variety of climatic conditions, including Russian ones. In addition to performing agricultural work, the machine can be used for transporting goods, in public utilities.
But how to plow without a radio tape recorder? Photo: YouTube.com
The tractor is certified in accordance with EAC (Europe) and OECD (international organization) standards. The cost of the car is relatively low and amounts to 2 million 750 thousand rubles.
Finished products from Lovol. Photo: YouTube.com
There are other large manufacturers of agricultural machinery that have successfully entered the Russian market. For example, YTO Group Corporation, which produces tractors with power from 18 to 185 hp. With. or Xuzhou KAT Agricultural Equipment, Shifeng Group Co., Ltd and others. These companies in relation to the Russian market are less successful than those described above, but they are also increasing their presence.
What prevents the spread of tractors from China in Russia
In addition to the above minuses, the negative image of Chinese technology, which has not been overcome in the Russian Federation, has its significance. However, if you look at sales of cars from China, then things are better there: gradually the market is saturated with cars from the Middle Kingdom, I buy them more and more actively: some sell better, other brands leave, but the selection process goes on. It is possible that the same thing will happen with agricultural machinery: mini-tractors have already firmly occupied their niche, the matter is with more powerful units. And there, dealerships will catch up, spare parts will appear.
The Chinese won the Russian market of mini-tractors by half. Photo: YouTube.com
Naturally, the state should also have its say. This refers to duties on imported equipment. Another factor affecting the final price is logistics. And it is not yet developed as well as we would like. With large import volumes, the cost of transportation will decrease, and then the final price.