PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1803160
PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1803160
The Indian tractor component market is on a strong growth trajectory, having generated USD 3.5 billion in revenue in 2024 and projected to reach USD 6.2 billion by 2032, growing at a steady CAGR of 7.5% during 2025-2032. This growth is largely fueled by India's agriculture-driven economy, where mechanization has become central to farming operations. Tractors play a pivotal role in this transformation, consequently boosting the demand for components that enhance performance and durability.
Government initiatives, such as the Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization, have further supported the widespread adoption of tractors by offering subsidies and financial support to small and marginal farmers. Technological advancements-particularly in GPS guidance, telematics, and automation-have also increased the demand for high-end components like sensors, hydraulic systems, and electronic control units. In parallel, the shift toward commercial farming and heavy-duty tractors has spurred a heightened need for robust components including heavy-duty engines and tires.
Key Insights
The engine components category led the market with a 35% share in 2024, driven by the demand for high-horsepower engines capable of handling extensive agricultural tasks. These components include critical parts like pistons, valves, camshafts, and crankshafts.
Hydraulic system components are expected to be the fastest-growing segment, projected to register an 8.1% CAGR, as contractors and industrial users increasingly integrate high-performance hydraulic systems for construction and material-handling applications.
In terms of tractor type, agricultural tractors held an 80% market share in 2024, bolstered by government subsidies and the prevalent use of machinery in traditional farming. Meanwhile, commercial tractors are set to expand at a higher CAGR of 8.5%, owing to their usage in urban infrastructure, construction, and logistics.
Traditional tractors accounted for 60% of the market in 2024, favored for their simplicity and affordability in rural areas. However, automated tractors will experience faster growth at an 8.7% CAGR, thanks to features like AI integration, IoT, and GPS technologies that support precision farming.
By material type, steel dominated the market with a 75% share in 2024, commonly used in manufacturing durable parts like axles and gears. Conversely, aluminum is emerging as the fastest-growing material, poised to grow at 8.2% CAGR due to its lightweight and corrosion-resistant properties.
Uttar Pradesh led the regional market with a 20% share in 2024, attributed to its large-scale farming practices. States like Punjab, Haryana, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh are also key markets due to their demand for technologically advanced tractors for commercial crop production.
Bihar is the fastest-growing state, showing increasing adoption of mechanized farming methods and high-end tractor components to improve productivity.
The Indian tractor component market remains consolidated with major players such as Bosch India, Schaeffler India Limited, Rane Group, and Menon Bearings Ltd. Recent industry developments include Pritika Auto Industries expanding production capacity in December 2024 and Schaeffler Automotive launching new bearing solutions in January 2023.