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Source: New Holland news release
New Holland, PA — At Agritechnica 2025, New Holland will unveil the evolution of its T7 tractor range and reinforce its leadership in alternative fuels with an expanded sustainable product portfolio.
Bearing New Holland’s Blue Power livery, the T7.270 Methane Power CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) tractor, previewed at Agritechnica 2023, will make its official debut, taking the brand’s alternative fuel technology further up the power scale to benefit a broader range of farmers. Initially, the tractor will only be commercially available in Europe, beginning spring 2026.
“The T7.270 Methane Power is ideal for biodigester operators running haulage tractor fleets,” says Darragh Mullin, New Holland T7 Long Wheelbase Global Product Manager.
“It also meets the demands of larger-scale arable farms and contractors conducting year-round varied applications with heavy-duty implements. The combination of methane power technology with proven New Holland T7 features is designed to offer customers a blend of low operating costs, autonomy, reliability and driver comfort.”
The T7 Methane Power tractor can run on biomethane derived from livestock manure, supporting on-farm sustainability. In partnership with Bennamann, New Holland enables farms to capture, process and refine fugitive methane for use as fuel. This closed-loop system reduces emissions, cuts fertilizer use, and can even achieve a negative carbon footprint.
Underneath the hood design is the proven NEF 6.7-litre six-cylinder engine upgraded with a high-performance turbo, new engine dataset, specific fuel system and after-treatment layout. The engine’s peak torque is 1,160Nm, and it produces a maximum 270 horsepower under all conditions. With new engine mapping, the T7.270 Methane Power matches the performance levels expected by customers in this power sector, with uptime maximized by a 750 hour service interval.
The New Holland design team has optimized the on-board gas storage thanks to the new T7’s larger chassis, with a standard capacity of about 174 gallons (657 liters) and an optional nearly 127 gallon (480 liter) range extender, for a total capacity of 292 gallons (1,106 liters).
When fitted, the range extender delivers up to 11 hours of autonomy in transport applications. Already widely used in road vehicles, an NGV2 refueling valve supports pressures of up to 260 bar for rapid refueling times equivalent to diesel. The tractor also features the New Holland Auto Command continuously variable transmission, for a smooth driving experience and highly efficient fuel consumption, particularly when working with high-capacity trailers of 18 tons and over.
Built on the T7 with PLM Intelligence platform, the T7.270 Methane Power features the award-winning Horizon Ultra cab — the industry’s quietest at just 66 decibels — to enhance operator comfort with increased space and advanced suspension. Tractor management is simplified by the latest IntelliView 12 interface integrated into the SideWinder armrest, while full TIM compatibility enables seamless implement integration front and rear.
The T7.270 Methane Power benefits from New Holland Intelligence solutions, which integrate digital technologies for two-way transfer of machine and field data between the tractor and the FieldOps portal. Data is automatically recorded, owners and managers can monitor machines, and dealers — with permission — can provide remote support.
Since launching the T6.180 Methane Power tractor in North America in 2022, New Holland has continued to invest in alternative fuel technology. The introduction of the T7.270 Methane Power tractor reinforces that continued commitment to expanding the presence and capabilities of alternative powered tractors. Recently, New Holland North America and CNH established partnerships with Michigan State University and Penn State University that made T6.180 Methane Power tractors available to both universities to enable their students and researchers to gain hands-on experience with alternative energy technology and study the tractor’s benefits for sustainable farming.
