Trade Show Highlights

Claas Lexion 780 - Saving time thanks to efficient road speeds: With a drive system based on the fuel-efficient and robust mtu Type 6R 1500 inline engine, this combine harvester can reach speeds up to 40 kph, cutting the time needed to get to work.

Claas Tucano 570– This combine harvester in the completely reworked Tucano series is powered by a 260 kW, 6-cylinder, mtu Series 1000 inline engine – providing reliable reserves of power even under the most demanding harvesting conditions.

Dammann-Trac – The three self-propelling crop-sprayers on show here (Type DT 2800H, DT 2000H S4 Highlander and DT 3200H S4) are all powered by different-sized mtu Series 1000 engines producing 180 kW, 210 kW and 230 kW. These 6-cylinder inline units meet EU Stage IV / EPA Tier 4 requirements, facilitating the efficient, low-fuel application of crop protection products and fertilizers over large areas.

In Hall 20 Fendt forage harvesters are displayed with mtu engines at stand B08f. AGCO Fendt Katana 65 – Fendt has expanded its range of forage harvesters and now offers models with a maximum of 640 kW. The Katana 65 is driven by a 460 kW mtu Type 6R 1500 engine that combines low fuel consumption with top power performance.

In Hall 20 Fendt forage harvesters are displayed with mtu engines at stand B08f. AGCO Fendt Katana 65 – Fendt has expanded its range of forage harvesters and now offers models with a maximum of 640 kW. The Katana 65 is driven by a 460 kW mtu Type 6R 1500 engine that combines low fuel consumption with top power performance.

Grimme Maxtron 620 – This beet harvester is powered by a 390 kW mtu Series 1300 engine that meets EU Stage IV / EPA Tier 4 requirements.

Grimme Rexor 630 – The Rexor 630 is a 6-row, triple-axle beet harvester with a 30-tonne (45 m³) bunker and 460 kW drive power. Its fuel-efficient operation is attributable to intelligent drive technology in combination with an mtu Series 1500 engine.

Grimme Varitron 470 – This self-propelled, 4-row potato harvester is powered by a 320 kW, 6-cylinder mtu Series 1100 inline engine.

The Holmer Terra Dos T4 is showcased in Hall 24. Voted Machine of the Year 2014, the Terra Dos beet harvester derives its huge reserves of power and performance from an economic and fuel-efficient drive system based on a 6-cylinder, 460kW mtu Series 1500 engine that complies with EU Stage IV / EPA Tier 4 regulations.

The Leeb PT 280 from Horsch Maschinen GmbH provides large-area coverage with working widths from 12 to 36 meters and a tank capacity of 8,000 liters. The vehicle is powered by a fuel-efficient, 6-cylinder, mtu Series 1000 inline diesel drive unit that generates 210 kW and meets EU Stage IV and EPA Tier 4 emissions regulations.

The Leeb PT 330 sprayer is likewise powered by an mtu engine. This drive unit generates 240 kW and is compliant with EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3a emissions specifications.

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Ropa Maus 5 – This new beet-cleaning loader benefits from a drive concept offering maximized efficiency. Based on a thrifty, 260 kW, 6-cylinder mtu Series 1000 inline engine, the unit can be operated at reduced engine speed during loading but still has plenty of power in reserve for operation under extreme conditions 

Ropa Panther – The self-propelled sugar beet harvester is powered by a 390 kW, 6-cylinder mtu Series 1300 inline engine that generates 2,450 Nm torque.

Ropa Tiger 5 –  This is the first time the Machine of the Year 2015 has been showcased in public. The latest beet harvester from Ropa gets its power from a 460 kW mtu Type 6R 1500 engine. The Tiger 5 promises increased daily work-rates and reduced operating costs combined with simpler service and maintenance.

Rostselmash RSM 1403 – The RSM 1403 is an innovative forage harvester designed for maximum performance, low energy consumption and efficient operation. This multi-function machine is powered by a 6-cylinder, mtu Series 460 inline engine based on the Mercedes-Benz OM 460 LA unit.

Same Deutz-Fahr C9206 TSB – This Series C 9000 combine harvester offers versatility for large-area applications coupled with maximum performance during harvesting. The vehicle is driven by an mtu Type 6R 1000 engine producing 290 kW.