KARL by KUHN IBERICA, S.A.U.

Technology Overview

• Latest revision : 4/14/2026
• Commercial release date :
• Application : Autonomous tractor with smart implements

Commercialisation Overview

• Technology Readiness Level (TRL) : 3-5: Technology Development
• Units in Service - Global : Confidential information
• Business model : N/A
• Price : Not yet available
• Ongoing Costs :

Market Coverage, Distributors and Service Suppliers

• Countries or markets addressed :

Performance & Economic Impact

• Estimated ROI :
• Phytosanitary Product Savings :
• Yield Improvement :

Technical specifications

• Type of solution : Autonomous platform carrier
• Power source : 129 kW / Fuel (diesel)
• Required Tractor Power :
• Net weight : 17637 lbs | 8 tonnes
• Min Farm Size (In hectares) :
• Productivity : Depending on the task at hand and the size of the implement. Fuel range: 10–12 hours. Maximum speed: 12 km/h
• Maximum operating speed :
• Wheel spacing :
• Horse power : 175 HP

Functionalities and technologies

• Core Functionality : KARL is more than just a robot that pulls or pushes a piece of farm equipment. Our vision is for the equipment itself to control the drive unit. KARL is equipped with a 175hp thermal engine which powers an electric generator. The drive of the tracks and the tools is electric, this gives it many advantages in particular greater variable rotation ranges, the fact of being able to drive a rotation in both directions, or even precise monitoring of power consumption of the tool.
• Software : - GPS - Wifi - Currently testing other technologies (LIDAR 3D, Odometry,...)
• Connectivity :
• Compatible Tools : Tillage (PTO and non PTO driven)

Development Roadmap

• Next phase : - Testing on management and communication technologies - New smart tools

Additional resources

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