Powertrac Steeltrac 18 2WD Price October 2026

The Powertrac Steeltrac 18 is a 2WD compact tractor with a single-cylinder 895 cc engine. Its manufacturer lists a 16.2 HP category and 12.4 HP PTO output, so the 18 in the name should not be read as its published engine rating. Start with the attachment's requirement before treating this small tractor as a substitute for a larger one.

Where the smaller power package makes sense

A low-power implement that is explicitly approved for this tractor is the useful starting point for a shortlist. The brochure gives 550 kg hydraulic lift and a listed weight of 905 kg. Those figures do not establish a permissible trailer load or guarantee that any mini rotavator will work at the desired depth. For a mounted tool, check the full operating weight, rear overhang and ballast with the suppliers.

Read the gearbox description accurately

The page calls the 8-forward, 2-reverse transmission synchromesh. The brochure is more specific: main gears are synchromesh and range gears are sliding. That distinction matters when learning the prescribed shift sequence; do not assume every lever can be shifted in the same way. A single clutch, power steering and oil-immersed brakes are listed. Ask the dealer to demonstrate the actual controls with the intended operator.

PTO modes need a manual, not an assumption

The page lists standard 540 PTO and MRPTO in its entry. Confirm the fitted selectors and permitted use. A reverse mode is not blanket approval to run an attachment backwards. Our PTO compatibility guide separates output speed, available power and connection checks, which remain necessary even for small implements.

Two dimensions must be resolved before a tight-access purchase

The brochure gives 1065 mm overall width, while the current page states 1397 mm. Likewise, its 16.7-litre tank differs from the page's 17.4 litres. We have not selected one figure as universally correct. Obtain the delivered specification and measure access with its tyres and attachment fitted. The brochure's 1580 mm wheelbase can be recorded, but cannot settle either discrepancy.

Compare with Steeltrac 25 without borrowing its capabilities

The Steeltrac 25 has a different two-cylinder engine; it is not this model with a different label. The 18's lower documented PTO output is a concrete limitation to compare with your tool. If both tractors meet the job, compare the exact equipment, local service support and itemised purchase cost. We do not infer lower diesel consumption or lifetime ownership cost from engine size alone.

Indicative India price

TractorKarvan, checked on 11 October 2026, lists a range of ₹3,20,000–3,80,000 ex-showroom for this named drive variant. This is an indicative India-wide listing, not a district-specific on-road quotation or proof of stock. Confirm the supplied tyre and equipment package, then request applicable insurance, registration, delivery and accessory charges separately. A price listing does not resolve the specification differences noted here.

Sources and ownership checks

The Powertrac India model page and linked factory brochure, including its model-specific table, were checked on 11 October 2026. Ask the authorised dealer for the delivered specification, operator orientation, service schedule, parts availability and written warranty terms. No fuel-use measurement, field trial or guaranteed work rate is claimed here.