Bonfiglioli Drives Electrification at Agritechnica 2025

Bonfiglioli returns to Agritechnica 2025 reaffirming its commitment to innovation, sustainability and close collaboration with OEMs shaping the future of agriculture. Bonfiglioli is showcasing its most recognized solutions for agricultural robots and machinery – particularly for sprayers and feed mixers – while also highlighting a key technological evolution: the electrification of small autonomous agricultural vehicles and attachment drives. This segment has seen significant growth since the last edition of Agritechnica, particularly in France and Italy, and is expected to gain momentum globally.

High-performance wheeled and tracked robots for agriculture and forestry

Agri-robots are transforming modern farming by automating key operations such as planting, harvesting and crop monitoring. These machines enhance productivity, reduce resource consumption and support more sustainable agricultural practices. With a range of reliable products for wheeled and tracked AGV robots, Bonfiglioli provides machine builders with high-performance drive solutions.

The Bonfiglioli portfolio ensures outstanding performance, delivering high torque in a compact design with minimal axial dimensions. The electric drives feature a maintenance-free, space-saving electric motor offering dimensions comparable to hydraulic systems. For wheeled agri-robots Bonfiglioli offers a complete solution consisting of a planetary drive of the 600WE Series, a precision planetary gearbox of the MP Series and a BMD brushless servomotor for steering drives. This permanent magnet synchronous motor features extremely compact dimensions and high torque, meeting the most stringent demands for precision, dynamics and speed settings. Suitable for 48-400 Vdc batteries, it boasts a protection rating >IP65 and precision steering thanks to low backlash. The solution proposed for tracked agri-robots includes a track drive of the 700CE Series, characterized by compact design and high torque, as well as integrated electromagnetic parking brake and speed and temperature sensors, and a BPM electric permanent magnet motor for pump drives. Specifically designed for mobile pump applications, it offers high protection degree - >IP65 - and cooling concept, as well as optional SAE flanges and EM failsafe parking brake.

From tractors to smart attachment drives: the electrification process takes center stage

Responding to the rapid growth in autonomous and electric agricultural machines, Bonfiglioli is delivering electric drives tailored for 1.5 to 6-ton autonomous vehicles. The company’s solutions are helping OEMs, startups and R&D departments within big companies meet rising expectations for intelligent, electric and connected farming attachments, i.e. next-gen trimmers, mowers and other precision tools which are typically used in vineyard and orchard maintenance. In this context, the company offers the BMD motor Series for steering drives and the BPM motor Series for pump drives. These products drive the next generation of agricultural attachments, delivering precision, efficiency and sustainability. Bonfiglioli’s drives provide precise speed and torque control for outstanding performance, while offering zero local emissions, reduced noise and enhanced energy efficiency. With fewer moving parts and no hydraulic oil, they minimize maintenance requirements, downtime and overall operating costs.

At Agritechnica, Bonfiglioli offers an overview of its most appreciated drives and motors, dedicated to a wide range of applications in the agricultural sector, such as sprayers and feed mixers. For sprayers a wheel drive of the 600WT Series is showcased. The new drive unit features a spring-applied, hydraulically released integrated parking brake that ensures safety and reliability in all operating conditions. It includes a mechanical gear disengagement system for enhanced serviceability. With input speeds up to 4,000 rpm and gear ratios ranging from 22 to 53, the system delivers exceptional flexibility and performance. Additional options include customizable brake configurations and an integrated speed sensor for precise motion control. For feed mixer, Bonfiglioli delivers auger drives of the 700T Series. Characterized by a compact, rugged design, high torque and load capabilities, the series provides the safest, most effective solution for vertical and horizontal feed mixers. Its broad versatility is guaranteed by its different interfaces and by the two-shaft configuration for both in-line and multi-auger models.

Dynamic tire management with Bonfiglioli’s drives

Bonfiglioli’s wheel drive comes with integrated Central Tire Inflation System which allows the operator to monitor and adjust tire pressure according to the soil condition and operation needs, while he’s driving and without leaving the cabin. Thanks to its features, such as automatic over-speed protection, multi-channel pressure control and integrated diagnostics alerts, it grants several advantages, including better mobility through increased traction while driving off road, on sand and mud, and allows higher vehicle speeds and fuel saving during on-road transfer. Moreover, it enhances performance because it eliminates tyre leak down. Indeed, seals and control hoses are isolated from tyres and not pressurized during normal operation or when parked. Finally, it allows continuous vehicle operation with less tyre wear.

Thanks to its broad portfolio of solutions, cutting-edge technology and extensive expertise, Bonfiglioli is the ideal partner for manufacturers of agricultural machinery. With decades of industry experience, Bonfiglioli consistently delivers robust, tailor-made solutions designed to meet the specific needs and expectations of its customers.

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