Escorts to supply tractors to central & state organisations

Escorts Agri Machinery has entered into a rate contract with the Directorate General Of Supplies & Disposal, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, for supplying tractors on pre-approved prices directly to State and Central Government organisations without going for any tendering process. This contract will entitle Escorts Agri Machinery to sell both Powertrac and Farmtrac brand of tractor models, including PT 439, PT 439XL, FT 45XT, FT 65EPI (FT6060) and FT 70 - DX 4W (FT6065 4WD) for a period of 1 (one) year. Synonymous with reliability, the Escorts range of tractors are fuel efficient, have long serviceability and low maintenance cost. Keeping in tune with modern day requirements, Escorts is today offering a comprehensive range of tractors which have been designed for both agricultural and commercial applications and are compatible with a number of implements such as rotavator, cultivator, thrasher, reaper, baler and seed drills. Speaking about the deal, S. Sridhar, Chief Executive Officer, Escorts Agri Machinery noted, “Having pioneered farm mechanization in the country, Escorts has played a pivotal role in the agricultural growth of India for over five decades. We strongly believe that farm mechanization holds the key to greater food security. We are today privileged to support State and Central Government’s effort by bringing world-class market-mapped tractors at a price that is competitive. This has been a result of Escorts’ strong engineering abilities and consumer trust and confidence in our products. This will further keep us motivated in maintaining the required quality standard. Going forward, we plan to increase our dealership and service network to support any sales or service enquiries.”