Former Dumfries Academy pupil unveils ambitious plan for zero-emissions power source for tractors

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A start-up company founded by a former Dumfries Academy pupil has unveiled ambitious plans for a new zero-emissions power source for conventional farm tractors.

Atomictractor was created by Campbell Scott, who formed the firm after more than 30 years with tractor giant Massey Ferguson.

The company has worked with Birmingham’s Aston University on a feasibility study looking at low carbon technologies. And their top secret, cutting edge solution could provide a practical, highly-efficient answer for farmers looking to eliminate diesel costs and future-proof their energy source.

The hybrid concept delivers high torque and power plus guaranteed long working hours with minimum downtime for recharge. Campbell, who spent his student holidays working for agricultural contractor JJ Armstrong of Clarebrand, said: “The precise nature of the technology remains confidential. “However, it can be described as the application of the most appropriate solutions from the low-carbon world today and their integration into the specialised field of agriculture.” The power unit is being designed and developed in the UK but will be suitable to be used around the world across a wide range of agricultural power applications.