However, this was not about the brand returning to the tractor market in the conventional sense, but rather the creation of a unique collectible item directly tied to the marque's history. One from an extremely limited series of such tractors is currently available for purchase, showcasing an unusual blend of engineering, design, and symbolic value.
Historical Roots of Lamborghini Tractors
The history of the Lamborghini company began with the production of agricultural machinery. Ferruccio Lamborghini founded his business as a tractor manufacturer, and only later ventured into creating sports cars. Until the early 1970s, both divisions existed in parallel, but then the tractor division was sold to another company. From that point, the automotive brand Lamborghini lost its direct connection to agricultural equipment for decades.
Modern tractors bearing the Lamborghini logo do exist, but they have no relation to the automotive brand. Therefore, the appearance of a new tractor under the auspices of the car manufacturer became an exception to the established order.
The Centenario Tractori Project
In 2017, as part of events commemorating the centenary of Ferruccio Lamborghini's birth, the Centenario Tractori tractor was unveiled. Its creation was commissioned to an external workshop, and the model was conceived as a tribute to the first tractor bearing the raging bull emblem.
A total of five examples were produced. They were offered exclusively to select clients at a price comparable to that of a new Lamborghini supercar at the time. Thus, the Centenario Tractori was positioned from the outset not as a working machine, but as a rare collectible item.
Technical Specifications and Execution
The tractor is based on a simple and reliable powertrain — a three-cylinder diesel engine with a displacement of 2.2 liters. Its output is 38 horsepower, and the top speed is limited to approximately 40 km/h. These characteristics align with classic agricultural machinery and underscore the project's connection to the brand's historical roots.
Key attention was given to design and details. The body is executed in the Metallo Nudo style — with exposed, unpainted metal emphasizing the material's texture. A high level of craftsmanship is evident in all elements, down to the ignition key, made of gold and adorned with precious stones.
Collectible Value and Market
Clearly, the Centenario Tractori was not created for everyday field use. Its purpose is participation in exhibitions, private collections, and events where rarity and history are valued. Nevertheless, from a technical standpoint, the tractor remains fully functional.
Currently, one of the five examples is offered for sale by a European dealer of classic machinery at a price of 169,950 euros. For comparison, this amount is comparable to the cost of a prestigious sports car, yet the tractor's rarity and uniqueness make it a notably more exclusive item.
Conclusion
The Lamborghini Centenario Tractori serves as an unusual reminder of the legendary marque's origins. This tractor is less a means of transportation or a working tool and more a tangible embodiment of the brand's history, intended for collectors and enthusiasts of rare machines.
