A good brake ensures farmer safety, provides comfort, and keeps the tractor running smoothly for years. Therefore, knowing your tractor’s braking system is crucial for handling different terrains and soil types. There are primarily two types of brakes: dry brakes and oil-immersed brakes, with oil-immersed brakes being the more popular.

In this blog, let’s understand the different kinds of oil-immersed brakes found in modern tractors. The blog also features popular tractor brands, such as Powertrac, John Deere, and Sonalika, that equip these braking systems. 

Types of Oil-Immersed Tractor Brakes

Though they all work on the same principle of cooling with oil, the designs vary to suit different farming needs.

Oil-immersed Brakes

This is the basic version of oil-cooled brakes. Instead of running dry, the brake system is dipped in oil, which keeps it cool and reduces wear. Tractors with oil-immersed brakes provide consistent performance on difficult terrains, like muddy, wet, and dusty fields. 

In addition, the oil bath protects brake components from wear and tear, resulting in fewer repairs, saving costs for farmers. 

The Sonalika DI 60 is a popular model equipped with this braking system. The Sonalika 60 price in India ranges from Rs. 8.10-8.95 Lakh. 

Oil-immersed Disc Brakes

In oil-immersed disc brakes, discs are layered together and interlocked with the tractor’s gears to bring it to a quick halt. The constant lubrication through oil immersion prevents overheating and reduces jerkiness or grinding. This property adds comfort and safety for farmers during long working hours. 

Farmers prefer the John Deere 5045 D for its oil-immersed disc brakes. The John Deere tractor 45 HP price remains competitive between Rs. 7.63 and Rs. 9.25 lakh.

Multi-plate Oil-immersed Disc Brakes

Multi-plate oil-immersed disc brakes use multiple discs stacked together, giving extra friction and stopping power. These brakes are especially useful in hilly terrains where tractors need stronger control to handle tough conditions. 

Powertrac tractor model Euro 47 features multi-plate oil-immersed disc brakes, providing an increased lifespan of brake components. The Powertrac Euro 47 price in India is Rs. 6.67-7.06 lakh.