In its thirtieth anniversary 12 months, Claas is giving the Lexion mix harvesters a makeover and introducing an extra mannequin. The primary adjustments are to the grain tank quantity, engine energy and cab. The Lexion 7500, Lexion 8700 and Lexion 6800 are additionally getting new engines.
With a view to the upcoming Agritechnica and the 2026 harvest, the Lexion 8000 collection comprise 5 efficiency lessons in each wheel and Terra Trac variations.
The brand new Lexion 8500 / 8500 Terra Trac rounds off the decrease finish of the collection, leading to a narrower energy vary. It additionally provides clients a wider alternative of appropriate configurations by way of engine energy and grain tank quantity.
The brand new entry-level mannequin within the Lexion 8000 collection options the acquainted Man D26 six-cylinder engine with a displacement of 12.4 litres and 549hp in addition to Dynamic Energy and Dynamic Cooling – which is now additionally used within the Lexion 7500 / 7500 Terra Trac with a rated output of 466hp.
The 8700 and 8600 fashions, however, are outfitted with the Man D38 six-cylinder engine with a displacement of 15.2 litres. The rated output is 646 and 598hp respectively.
By way of separation, all fashions work with the APS Synflow Hybrid system with a feed channel width of 1,700mm, three drums, a 755mm threshing drum and two axial rotors which are 445mm in diameter and 4,200mm lengthy.
The Lexion 8500 / 8500 Terra Trac is provided with 5 rotor concaves with a most rotor pace of 1,000rpm, whereas the bigger Lexion 8600 / 8600 Terra Trac to Lexion 8900 Terra Trac fashions provide much more separation efficiency with six rotor concaves and a most rotor pace of 1,200rpm.
In response to quite a few buyer requests, Claas can also be growing the grain tank sizes. The Lexion 8600 / 8600 Terra Trac can now be equipped with both a 13,000 or 15,000 litre grain tank quantity.
The Lexion 8700 / 8700 Terra Trac is now even out there with the biggest grain tank with a quantity of both 15,000 or 18,000 litres and an emptying capability of 180l/s as commonplace, making it the biggest grain tank in its class.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 6.75in contact show, DAB+ radio receiver and Bluetooth will likely be out there within the cab from the 2026 mannequin 12 months.
A blow gun with a 2-metre-long spiralled hose can also be out there for fast and straightforward cleansing of fittings and the cab ground.
Because of new inside lighting within the cab, working within the night and at evening is even safer and extra nice. New storage compartments within the left-hand B pillar provide further storage choices.
From the surface, all Lexion fashions from the 2026 mannequin 12 months are recognisable by new LED rotating lamps and new rear lamps with a contemporary look, which additionally guarantee higher security within the area and on the highway.
Claas may also offer new operator and visibility packages for the Lexion from the 2026 mannequin 12 months. Every of the three tools packages permits customised configuration of driver consolation, headlight and digicam tools with a variety of options, similar to leather-based upholstery by way of to swivel leather-based seats, wi-fi charging for smartphones, three LED headlight packages, electrically adjustable and heated rear-view mirrors and numerous digicam tools.
As well as, a compressed air connection is offered within the cab entry space for cleansing the connections on the consumption duct.
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