The BCS Group’s Commitment to Sustainability
The Bcs Group has adhered for years to the European Union’s calls for agricultural machinery and equipment manufacturers to contribute to making the sector more sustainable. This commitment has resulted in the development of a range of tractors and two-wheelers equipped with next-generation, low-impact combustion engines and the initiation of studies aimed at introducing zero-emission working solutions.
Bcs 2025, Two Exciting Innovations
It is no coincidence that two vehicles embodying this vision were the centerpiece of the stand: a prototype of an electrically powered two-wheeled tractor and, most notably, the Ferrari “e-Astral” isodiametric tractor, the first fully electric isodiametric tractor to be commercially available. Complementing these was the Pasquali “Orion K90,” powered by a thermal engine but remotely operable, minimizing risks for operators during treatments without cabs or in challenging terrain with uneven surfaces or steep gradients. These three cutting-edge solutions, rich in technological innovation, were joined by a new 110-horsepower isodiametric tractor designed to position BCS among manufacturers capable of offering high-performance specialized tractors.
Equipped with an Fpt Industrial “F28” four-cylinder engine delivering 102 horsepower and 416 Nm of torque, this machine features a dedicated cab and the “Plus” version of the Group’s patented “DualSteer” steering system. Unlike the current hydraulically operated version, the new system is hydro-mechatronic, enabling electronic control.
Even More Precise Operations
This results in more precise responses to commands, smoother operation, and automatic rear-wheel realignment at high speeds. In the future, electronic features could potentially enable auxiliary functions, such as varying steering reactivity based on specific maneuvers or integrating sensors and satellite controls.
While this machine is currently a pre-series prototype, the “606 SmartSafe” motor mower, designed to expand a product line first developed by BCS over 80 years ago, is already available. This solution, targeting semi-professional users, is equipped with a six-horsepower Genkins “GK210” engine, a two-speed transmission with quick reverse, and supports “Laser” cutter bars up to one meter wide. It complies with European safety standards EN 12733, thanks to an oil-bath multi-disc clutch that halts the power take-off in emergencies, ensuring operator and equipment safety.
The Two Faces of Electric Innovation
At Eima 2024, the BCS Group reaffirmed its commitment to developing electrified solutions, a program launched earlier this year at Fieragricola. Two previews were showcased in Bologna, one under the Ferrari brand and the other under the BCS name. The first, now available for order, marks the debut of the Ferrari “e-Astral,” a fully electric isodiametric tractor. It addresses the growing demand for environmentally sustainable solutions in the primary sector by promoting more virtuous production cycles and reducing both pollutant and noise emissions.
The Ferrari “e-Astral” meets these goals with an electric power unit comprising two modules: a 25 kW motor (equivalent to 30 hp) for traction and a 16 kW motor (22 hp equivalent) for hydraulics and onboard services. These units are managed by a dedicated control unit offering three operating modes. The first, “T,” prioritizes maximum power from the 25 kW motor for movement and PTO applications, minimizing the use of the 16 kW unit for steering. The second, “H,” maximizes power for stationary hydraulic operations, shutting down the traction motor to extend autonomy. The third mode, “T+H,” activates both motors at full capacity for mobile worksite tasks.
Regardless of the mode, the power unit is powered by two 18 kWh battery packs operating at 48 volts, providing operational autonomy between three and six hours, depending on applications and conditions. These batteries can be recharged from 20% to 80% in about three hours using the onboard 6 kW charger.
Also electric is the Bcs-branded prototype “e-780” two-wheeled tractor, equipped with a 1.5 kW traction motor and a 3 kW motor for operating attached tools. This system is powered by a lithium-iron-phosphate battery, offering over 4,000 charge cycles and an operational autonomy ranging from one and a half to four hours, depending on the task at hand.
Titolo: Bcs news 2025, over one hundred horsepower
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