In 1944, Renault introduced the 304E model, which was equipped with a 2.4-liter, 30-horsepower petrol engine and a 4+1 gearbox, with a highway speed that was relatively high at the time—23 km/h. The exterior design was austere, and hydraulics were not offered. The next version was the 1947 model 3040, which featured mainly an updated electrical system.

In 1948, emphasis was placed on design in the revised 3041 model. In several countries, the model designation used was 18/25 CV or 18/25 HP. However, the maximum engine power remained 30 hp. For the first time, a hydraulic lift was available as an optional accessory. A narrow vineyard version was offered as a parallel model.

A year later, new versions were introduced: 3042 (with a lift), 3043 (without hydraulics), 3044 (vineyard version), and 3045 (vineyard version without hydraulics). The standard model was slightly larger in external dimensions than before.

In 1951, diesel models 7012/7013 with a 30 hp Perkins engine and 7022/7023 with a 42 hp Spanish Hispano-Hercules engine were introduced. At the same time, petrol, wood gas, and alcohol versions converted from the petrol version were also offered. The hydraulic pressure was increased to 100 bar.

In 1954, the petrol version 3046 was introduced, featuring a smaller displacement but higher-revving engine, and the tractor’s structure was made higher in line with the diesel models.

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