I didn't see anything new
on the website (just says "The prototype is
currently under construction in Ohio. We will be producing one model
by the spring of 08' with several other models and products to be added
soon thereafter. Our tractor will be capable of using attachments from
the beloved G.E. Elec-Trak, New Idea, and Wheel Horse series of
battery-powered mowers.")
Two additional possibly useful optional features would be:
-stereo system (previously done in this EV conversion: Heavy Metal
Garden Tractor
http://www.evalbum.com/38 )
-high power (~2 kw) inverter to run 120v power tools (think electric
chainsaw in the backwoods)
If extended backwoods runtime was needed, a small (~2 kw) Honda
generator could turn this tractor into a series hybrid.
-hk
Pestka, Dennis J wrote:
Any update on how you guys are doing ?
To:
Elec-Trak Forum
After lobbying many years to have a major corporation build a new
innovative non-gasoline powered electric tractor without success, a
group of us decided to take up the challenge and give it a try. We
have created Modern Electric Tractor Inc or METI.
All of us are Elec-Trak "junkies" and believe there is a need to have a
new machine on the market to replace the aging ones built in the early
1970's. We believe that a modest priced reliable electric machine has
a place in today's world.
Our prototype is currently under construction using a state of the art
controller, reliable DC motor technology, increased lift capability,
and proven transmission for optimum drive wheel torque. It will be
built in Ohio.
We have two goals. Manufacture a custom electric tractor of new design
which will be capable of using existing implements and accessories and
to offer control and design improvements to keep the old ones
operational. This provides a unit that can operate on pennies a day
instead of dollars per hour, be maintenance free, and provide a long
service life.
The Elec-Trak forum and website has provided us with inspiration to
make this happen.
We invite you to our website which is still under construction to keep
track of our progress and watch us grow!
Board
of Directors:
Jerry Rhodes Keith Stieg Mark Frerking Geof
Thompson
Larry Pellum Steve Blaede Mike Whedbee Walt
Konstanty
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