At CES® 2024, Doosan Bobcat unveiled the groundbreaking Bobcat AT450X, the world’s first autonomous and electric articulating tractor, developed in collaboration with Agtonomy. This innovative fusion of proven equipment and cutting-edge technologies aims to revolutionize worksite efficiency and sustainability.

Doosan Bobcat’s CEO and vice chairman, Scott Park, highlighted the company’s commitment to transformative worksite solutions through strategic partnerships, stating, “By combining our proven equipment with the latest technologies, we are reinventing how work gets done.”

The battery-powered AT450X integrates Bobcat’s robust articulating tractor with Agtonomy’s ag tech software, enabling emissions-free and autonomous operation. Designed to automate labor-intensive tasks, the tractor can be remotely directed for activities like mowing, spraying, precision weeding, and material transport in compact spaces such as vineyards and orchards.

Equipped with AI and vision-based systems, the AT450X dynamically adapts to its surroundings, detecting objects and crop stems for precise operations. Key features include 24/7 operation, battery swapping for continuous use, and zero emissions, making it suitable for enclosed farm structures.

Tim Bucher, CEO and co-founder of Agtonomy, emphasized the transformative impact on farming challenges, stating, “The Bobcat AT450X with Agtonomy’s TeleFarmer™ technology makes the perfect end-to-end solution for agriculture and other industries.”

Operated through Agtonomy’s mobile application, users can easily plan, execute, and monitor tasks on multiple connected machines simultaneously. The tractor navigates slopes with attachments, providing professional results in one pass. Joel Honeyman, Doosan Bobcat vice president of global innovation, highlighted the company’s dedication to making farming more sustainable and efficient through digital advancements.

The AT450X marks a significant step in redefining agricultural practices, aligning with Doosan Bobcat’s mission to empower people to accomplish more.