Cimat

What Cimat does

Cimat S.R.L is a privately held authorized agricultural machinery dealer headquartered in Córdoba, Argentina, distributing the Valtra and Challenger brands (both owned by AGCO Corporation) to Argentine farmers. Its core offering spans nine tractor lines ranging from 69 CV compact specialty-crop units (A3F) to 375 CV flagships (S4), Challenger 500C axial combine harvesters, the Série R self-propelled sprayer, FELLA forage equipment, and Dynaflex draper platforms — covering cultivation, planting, harvesting, spraying, and material handling across grains, sugarcane, citrus, fruits, livestock, and family-farming segments.

The company's technology layer is built on the AGCO Valtra platform, featuring CVT transmissions, the SmartTouch operator interface, AGCO Power engines, and a precision agriculture stack branded as Farm Solutions. Farm Solutions integrates Valtra hardware with third-party partners: Trimble and NovAtel for GNSS autopilots, Agrocad for controlled-traffic routing, Solinftec for real-time monitoring and weather integration, and InCeres for soil mapping and variable-rate prescriptions. Cimat packages aftermarket support through AGCO Parts genuine components (12-month warranty when dealer-installed), Valtra genuine lubricants, and preventive maintenance services.

The business model is capital-equipment resale with attached precision-agriculture services. Revenue is generated through one-time machinery sales, parts and lubricant sales, and integrated technology sales, all quote-based through dealer offices, WhatsApp, and website inquiry forms. Go-to-market is direct via a domestic authorized dealer network with physical branches, supported by digital marketing (website, Facebook, YouTube), participation in Argentine trade shows (Agroactiva 2024, Caminos y Sabores 2024), and access to AGCO Finance for customer financing. Cimat is owner-operated with no disclosed venture capital, institutional investment, or parent company, and reports headcount of 11–50 employees.

Name

Cimat

Legal name

Cimat S.R.L

Website

https://cimatsrl.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Cimat S.R.L is a privately held authorized Valtra and Challenger (AGCO) agricultural machinery dealer based in Córdoba, Argentina, selling tractors, sprayers, harvesters, forage equipment, and integrated precision agriculture technology to Argentine farmers across grains, sugarcane, citrus, fruits, livestock, and family-farming segments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Córdoba

HQ country

Argentina

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Agricultural Machinery Sales: Sale of new Valtra and Challenger agricultural tractors, harvesters, sprayers, and implements to farmers and agricultural businesses
2. Genuine Parts and Components: Sale of AGCO Parts genuine replacement parts, filters, oils, and maintenance components for Valtra and Challenger equipment
3. Lubricants and Additives: Sale of Valtra genuine lubricants including Engine Ultra, Engine Heritage, Transmission Premium, Transmission Power, Hydraulic MAX for equipment maintenance
4. Precision Agriculture Technology: Sale and integration of Farm Solutions technologies including auto-pilot systems, telemetry, and farm management software

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Cimat S.R.L is an authorized Valtra and Challenger (AGCO Corporation) agricultural machinery dealer in Argentina, selling tractors, combine harvesters, sprayers, forage equipment, and precision agriculture technology directly to farmers and agricultural producers. The company complements equipment sales with genuine AGCO replacement parts, Valtra-branded lubricants, preventive maintenance services, and financing through AGCO Finance.

Product overview

Cimat S.R.L is a Valtra/Challenger agricultural machinery dealer in Argentina offering a comprehensive portfolio of tractors (9 lines from 69 to 375 CV), forage equipment, axial combine harvesters, sprayers, and precision agriculture technology. The product ecosystem centers on Valtra tractors integrated with proprietary SmartTouch control systems and partnered precision agriculture platforms. Key product lines include: compact A3F tractors for specialty crops; A4/A4 HiTech mid-range tractors; BH G4/BH HiTech heavy-duty tractors; T CVT high-power tractors with CVT transmission; Q5 and S4 flagship tractors with integrated autopilot; Challenger 500C axial combines; Série R self-propelled sprayers; and a suite of Farm Solutions including FieldStar II yield monitoring, AutoGuide 3000/Valtra Guide autopilots, and Valtra Connect telemetry. Products integrate with Trimble, NovAtel, Solinftec, InCeres, and Agrocad platforms for precision farming operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Valtra: Agricultural machinery brand - tractors, harvesters, sprayers, and agricultural technology solutions distributed by Cimat
• Challenger
• Farm Solutions
• Fella
• Auto-Guide
• Valtra Guide
• FieldStar II
• Valtra Connect
• AGCO Parts

Products and services

• Línea A3F Tractors Compact tractor line (69-99 CV) designed for narrow-row crops including grapes, coffee, and citrus, with 3.1m turning radius, AGCO Power engine with 12% fuel savings, and 25% greater lift capacity. Targeted at specialty crop producers and family farms in Argentina.
• Línea BM Generación 4 Tractors Medium tractor line (117-135 CV) with AGCO Power 4-cylinder engine, mechanical injection, 16F+8R Multitorque synchronized transmission delivering up to 15% fuel savings. Available in platform and cabin versions for livestock, forestry, and varied terrain work.
• Línea A4 Tractors Tractor line (99-145 CV) with electronic AGCO Power engine, synchronized mechanical transmission 12+12, Hishift technology, Power Shuttle inverter, and engine speed memory function for versatile agricultural operations.
• Línea A4 HiTech Tractors Advanced tractor line (115-145 CV) with HiTech4 PowerShift 16x16 transmission, AGCO Power engine, up to 105 L/min hydraulic flow, and factory-integrated autopilot technology.
• Línea BH G4 Tractors Heavy-duty tractor line (159-220 CV) with electronic AGCO Power engines (4-6 cylinders), 170 L/min HiFlow hydraulic system, 17% greater lift capacity, and factory-equipped autopilot options for large-scale commercial farming.
• Línea BH HiTech Tractors Heavy-duty tractor line (159-220 CV) with HiTech3 PowerShift transmission, AGCO Power engine, delivering up to 8% more hectares per day and 10% fuel savings, with optional Valtra Guide autopilot for intensive agricultural operations.
• Série T CVT Tractors High-power tractor line (195-250 CV) with CVT continuously variable transmission, electronic AGCO Power engine, factory autopilot capability, and controlled traffic functions for large-area operations. Awarded Machine of the Year 2018 at Agritechnica.
• Série Q5 Tractors High-power tractor line (265-305 CV) with 7.4L engine, new-generation CVT transmission, SmartTouch interface, integrated Valtra Guide autopilot, SmartTurn, Auto U-Pilot, and Valtra Connect telemetry.
• Série S4 Tractors Flagship tractor line (270-375 CV) with CVT transmission, SmartTouch exclusive control system, Valtra Guide autopilot, 9-inch touchscreen, joystick control, and factory-integrated precision agriculture technology for large-scale grain operations.
• Challenger Serie 500C Axial Combine Harvesters Axial-flow combine harvesters (370-495 CV) with V-Cool refrigeration system delivering up to 25% fuel savings, TriEdge feeding system, AGCO Power engine, and Auto-Guide 3000 autopilot compatibility for large-scale grain harvesting operations.
• Pulverizador Série R Self-Propelled Sprayers Self-propelled agricultural sprayer (200 CV) with 3,000-3,500L tank capacity, 24-36m boom options, 36% slope capacity, AGCO Power 6-cylinder engine with 30% fuel efficiency, and AWD 4x4 intelligent transmission.
• FELLA RAMOS Disc Mowers Disc mowers for forage harvesting with 4-6 cutting discs, 518mm cutting height, 49-50 HP minimum power requirement, and floating cutter bar with spring mounting for hay and forage production.
• FELLA RAMOS Combined Disc Mowers Combined disc mower system with 8.30m cutting width, 14 ha/hour capacity at 15 km/h, 3 L/ha fuel consumption. Models include 3060 FP RC (front-mount) and 911 TL RC (rear-mount) for large-scale forage operations.
• DYNAFLEX 9250 Flexible Draper Platforms Flexible Draper platform with rubber belts for corn harvesting. Cutting widths from 30-45 feet (9.10-13.70m), direct connection, flexible cutter bar, hydraulic tilt arms, and epicyclic knife drive discs for combine harvesters.
• Farm Solutions Precision Agriculture Platform Integrated precision agriculture platform combining Valtra machinery with third-party solutions (Agrocad, Solinftec, InCeres) for field planning, real-time monitoring, variable rate applications, and yield data analysis across Argentine farming operations.
• FieldStar II Yield Monitoring System Yield monitoring and productivity tracking system for combine harvesters that measures grain flow via impact sensor, humidity via dedicated sensor, and generates productivity maps with GPS coordinates for harvest data analysis.
• AutoGuide 3000 Autopilot System Hydraulic autopilot system compatible with tractors, sprayers, harvesters, and applicators. Features GNSS AGI-4 receiver, C3000/C2100 monitor, SASA sensor, electronic hydrostatic valve, line design, and controlled traffic functions.
• Valtra Guide Autopilot System Exclusive autopilot system for S4 tractor series. SmartTouch-integrated with NovAtel SMART6-L or Trimble AG-382 GNSS receivers, providing up to 2% productivity increase per hectare and 10% fuel savings.
• Valtra Guide by Trimble Autopilot System Trimble-based autopilot with NAV-900 GNSS receiver and GFX-750 Android display. Available on A4 HiTech, BH G4, and T CVT lines. Includes NextSwath, ISOBUS communication, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, and multiple correction signal options.
• Valtra Connect Telemetry System Telemetry system for remote machine monitoring and fleet management. Provides real-time fuel level, consumption, GPS location, maintenance alerts, and remote diagnostics via internet connection for Valtra equipment fleets.
• AGCO Parts Genuine Replacement Parts Original replacement parts for Valtra and Challenger machinery with 12-month warranty when installed at dealership. Includes holograms for authenticity verification, filters, oils, and maintenance components for Valtra and Challenger equipment.
• Valtra Genuine Lubricants Genuine Valtra lubricants including Engine Heritage, Engine Ultra, Transmission Unique, Transmission Power, Transmission Premium, and Hydraulic MAX. Designed to extend maintenance intervals and maximize equipment performance for Valtra machinery.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 25% fuel savings in combine harvesters with V-Cool refrigeration system
• +9 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability6 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered primary, core and secondary.

• Valtra (AGCO)primaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCimat S.R.L is an authorized Valtra dealer in Argentina, distributing the complete Valtra tractor lineup including A3F, BM, A4, A4 HiTech, BH G4, BH HiTech, T CVT, Q5, and S4 series. Valtra is a global agricultural machinery brand owned by AGCO Corporation.
• ChallengerprimaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCimat distributes Challenger agricultural machinery including the 500C axial combine harvesters and Dynaflex 9250 platform headers. Challenger is an AGCO brand.
• AGCO PartscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAGCO Parts is the genuine parts division of AGCO, providing replacement parts, filters, and components for Valtra and Challenger equipment with 12-month warranty when installed at a dealership.
• TrimblecoreTechnology or IntegrationTrimble provides GNSS technology for Valtra Guide auto-pilot systems, including NAV-900 receivers and GFX-750 displays with Android environment for precision agriculture operations.
• AgrocadcoreTechnology or IntegrationAgricultural software partnership for controlled traffic farming. Agrocad optimizes machine routing considering topographical variability to reduce soil compaction and improve field efficiency by up to 20%.
• SolinfteccoreTechnology or IntegrationReal-time monitoring and weather station integration for precision spraying. Solinftec provides machine alerts, asset tracking, and meteorological data to optimize application timing and avoid 5-8 bags/hectare losses.
• InCerescoreTechnology or IntegrationAgricultural data platform providing soil mapping, variable rate fertilization prescriptions, and yield analysis. InCeres integration enables up to 15% productivity increase and R$300/hectare profitability gains.
• NovAtelsecondaryTechnology or IntegrationGNSS receiver provider for Valtra auto-pilot systems. NovAtel SMART6-L receivers provide high-precision positioning for guidance applications.
• FELLA (FELLA RAMOS)secondaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFELLA RAMOS forage equipment including disc mowers and combined mowers for hay and forage production, distributed through the Valtra dealer network.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• John Deere: John Deere is the global market leader in agricultural machinery with a deep dealer network across Argentina. Dealers competing with Cimat's Valtra offering serve the same large commercial farmers, sugarcane producers, and grain growers with comparable tractor, harvester, and precision agriculture product lines.
• Claas: Claas is a leading European agricultural machinery manufacturer specializing in harvesters, tractors, and forage equipment — directly overlapping with Cimat's Challenger combine and FELLA forage lines. Claas has growing presence in South American markets, making its regional dealers comparable competitors.
• CNH Industrial: CNH Industrial owns Case IH and New Holland, both major ag equipment brands competing directly with Valtra and Challenger in Argentina. CNH's authorized dealers serve the same customer segments with overlapping tractor, harvester, and precision agriculture offerings, making them Cimat's closest direct competitors in the Argentine market.
• Kubota: Kubota is a global agricultural and compact equipment manufacturer with an expanding dealer network in Latin America. Kubota's compact and specialty tractors compete with Cimat's A3F and BM lines in the small-to-mid HP segment serving family farms and specialty crop producers.
• AGCO Corporation: AGCO is the parent manufacturer of the Valtra and Challenger brands that Cimat distributes. While Cimat is the downstream dealer, AGCO is the upstream incumbent that controls product strategy, pricing, and dealer network structure — directly shaping Cimat's business model and risks.

Emerging players

• Jacto: Jacto is a Brazilian-based manufacturer of sprayers, spreaders, and precision agriculture equipment with significant Latin American distribution. Jacto's self-propelled sprayers and precision ag solutions directly overlap with Cimat's Valtra Série R sprayer and Farm Solutions offerings in the Argentine market.
• Stara: Stara is a major Brazilian agricultural equipment manufacturer producing self-propelled sprayers, planters, and harvesters. With strong presence in southern Brazil and Argentina, Stara competes in the sprayer and planter categories where Cimat distributes Valtra equipment, particularly for medium-to-large grain operations.

Regional players

• Mainero: Mainero is an Argentine agricultural equipment manufacturer specializing in grain processing, storage, and forage equipment. While Mainero focuses on different product categories than Cimat's tractor portfolio, both companies serve Argentine farmers in similar livestock and grain operations with complementary equipment lines.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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