Powertrac Steeltrac 18 2WD vs Swaraj 724 XM — Which is Better? 2026

Side-by-side comparison of the Powertrac Steeltrac 18 2WD (Price on request) and Swaraj 724 XM (₹ 4.58 Lakh – ₹ 4.78 Lakh): HP, engine, hydraulics, price and Aglist Score.

Powertrac Steeltrac 18 2WD Swaraj 724 XM
Aglist Score—7.6
Price (ex-showroom)—₹4,58,344
Engine HP—25
PTO HP12.4—
Engine capacity8951,824
Cylinders12
Gearbox8 Forward + 2 Reverse8 Forward + 2 Reverse, heavy-duty 280 mm single dry plate clutch
Transmission typeSynchromesh main gears; sliding range gears (brochure)8 Forward + 2 Reverse, heavy-duty 280 mm single dry plate clutch
BrakesOil-immersed brakesDry disc (oil-immersed optional)
SteeringPower steeringMechanical steering, single drop arm
Lifting capacity550 kg1,000 kg
Fuel tank—35 litres
Weight905 kg1,750 kg
Wheelbase1,580 mm—
Drive2WD2WD
Warranty—2 years / 2000 hours
Front tyre5.25 x 14—
Rear tyre8.0 x 18 / 8.3 x 20: confirm option—

Aglist Score — broken down

Powertrac Steeltrac 18 2WDSwaraj 724 XM
Value for money—6.9
Power & performance—9.3
Hydraulics & implements—8.5
Build & durability6.88.8
Comfort & usability6.84.2
Warranty & service reach7.56.5

Our verdict

Verdict by the Aglist editorial desk

Powertrac Steeltrac 18 2WD: Buyers considering a small 2WD tractor for an approved low-power implement rather than assuming all mini tractors are equivalent.

Swaraj 724 XM: Four to eight acres of mixed cropping needing one tractor for ploughing, sowing, thresher drive and trolley work.

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