When people think of Lamborghini, they immediately think of luxurious sports cars. However, Lamborghini was not always known for their fast and stylish cars, they started out making tractors. Many people are surprised to learn that Lamborghini was first a tractor manufacturer. In this article, we will look at the history of Lamborghini tractors and how they evolved over time.
The Beginning of Lamborghini Tractors
Lamborghini Trattori was founded in 1948 in Italy by Ferruccio Lamborghini. Lamborghini had initially started a business that manufactured air conditioning and heating systems for buildings and farmers. However, he soon realized that the tractors available at the time were not up to his standards and saw an opportunity to make a better and more efficient tractor.
Lamborghini Trattori's first tractor, the L33, was released in 1951. The tractor had a two-cylinder, air-cooled diesel engine and was capable of producing 33 horsepower. It was unlike any other tractor at the time, as it had advanced features like a three-point hitch and a hydraulic lifting system.
The Growth of Lamborghini Tractors
Lamborghini Trattori quickly became popular in Italy due to the quality of their tractors. In the 1960s, Lamborghini Trattori's tractors were being exported to other countries. By the 1970s, Lamborghini Trattori was one of the biggest tractor manufacturers in Italy, producing more than 8000 tractors a year.
Lamborghini Trattori continued to innovate, and in the 1980s they introduced the \"Champion\" range of tractors. These tractors were designed to be more comfortable for the driver, and had more advanced electronics and hydraulics. They also had a sleeker and more modern design.
The End of Lamborghini Tractors
In 1972, Ferruccio Lamborghini sold Lamborghini Trattori to SAME (Società Accomandita Motori Endotermici), an Italian tractor manufacturer. SAME continued to manufacture and market tractors under the Lamborghini brand for a few decades.
Eventually, SAME was acquired by another company and the Lamborghini tractor brand was sold to the German company AGCO in 1991. AGCO continued to manufacture tractors under the Lamborghini brand until 2008, when they decided to discontinue the brand due to declining demand for tractors.
Conclusion
Lamborghini Trattori played an important role in the history of the Lamborghini brand. The quality and innovation of Lamborghini Trattori's tractors helped to establish the Lamborghini name as one associated with luxury and performance. While Lamborghini is now more well-known for their sports cars, their tractors remain an important part of the company's early history.
Even though the Lamborghini tractors are no longer in production, they have a dedicated fan base, and many are still in use today, nearly 70 years after the release of the first L33. Lamborghini Trattori's legacy is a testament to the innovation and quality that Ferruccio Lamborghini instilled in all his ventures.