BAŞAK Tractor produces domestic tractors and agricultural equipment in its 275,000 m² factory, 50,000 m² of which is closed, with modern technology in Sakarya. It supports farmers to increase productivity in agriculture by producing 2x4 and 4x4 wheel drive garden, field and compact tractors in different segments in its factory with a maximum annual production capacity of 30,000 units.
-
1944 Under the name SAZ (Sakarya Agricultural Equipment), affiliated with the Turkish Agricultural Equipment Organisation, it began manufacturing agricultural tools and machinery.
1944In 1944, as SAZ (Sakarya Alat-ı Ziraiye) under the Turkish Agricultural Equipment Corporation, it pioneered the production of plows, harrows, water pumps, horse-drawn carriages, and all related spare parts in Türkiye.
-
1968 Ford Tractor production was launched.
1968Since partnering with Ford in 1962, BAŞAK Tractor has demonstrated manufacturing excellence, achieving 65% local production in Adapazarı from 1968 onward.
-
1976 Contracted with Steyr brand to start tractor production.
1976In 1976, tractor production began under the Steyr brand through an agreement with the company Steyr. Tractors were manufactured under this brand name until 1997.
-
1978 BAŞAK 12 and BAŞAK 17 were produced.
1978In 1978, it introduced the first domestically manufactured tractors, the BAŞAK 12 and BAŞAK 17, featuring transmissions and engines designed entirely by Turkish engineers and technical teams, dedicated to serving farmers. By pioneering the production of the first domestic tractor equipped with BAŞAK transmission, engine and all components, it became an important figure in the Turkish agricultural history.
-
1996 Tractor productions were launched under BAŞAK brand.
1996Since 1996, it has expanded the product range under the BAŞAK brand, initiating the production of tractors exceeding 50 HP.
-
2003 Sold by way of privatization.
2003In 2003, it was privatized by the Republic of Türkiye Privatization Administration.
-
2012 Tractor has joined Sanko Group in 2012.
2012Following privatization in 2003, BAŞAK Tractor joined SANKO Holding in 2012, upgrading all production lines to the latest technologies. BAŞAK transformed from a producer of domestic agricultural machinery to a structure capable of manufacturing agricultural machinery at global standards.
-
2015 Plant refurbishment and investment was made for capacity growth.
2015Investments were made in assembly and painting lines to increase production capacity and quality.
-
-
2018 Investments were made to boost production capacity.
2018It established a state of the art powder coating facility to elevate both quality and efficiency.
-
2020 iF Design Award: the first tractor in the 5000 Series manufactured with 116 HP, has been launched for sale both domestically and internationally — 5120.
2020The first model of the 5000 series, featuring the first domestically produced Electro-Hydraulic Powershuttle and Powershift features, the 5120 model, was put on sale both domestically and internationally.
-
-
2022 5120 Red Power TOTY was a finalist for Best Utility Tractor category.
2022
-
2023 BAŞAK AGRI expanded the product range as the new investment.
2023It showcased the new models to its international dealers at the launch event in Antalya. The 5075 BB, 5095 and 5105 models were introduced.
-
2025 Türkiye's first domestic Stage V, 165 HP tractor produced.
2025Türkiye's first domestic Stage V, 165 HP tractor produced.
1914 Founded in Adapazarı Under DA-TA (Iron Wooden Car) name.
1914Founded in Adapazarı in 1914 as the DA-TA Iron and Wooden Car Factory, BAŞAK Tractor played a crucial role in the War of Independence by producing vehicles for ammunition transport.