Combines Claas are one of the first copies of foreign-made harvesting equipment actively used in the domestic agricultural sector. The company was established in Germany (1913). The main specialization is the production of agricultural machinery and components. The Klaas brand includes several modifications, the characteristics of which we will consider later.
Combine Claas Mega
The harvesting equipment of this series is a modernized version of the Dominator model. Six lines of these units were released: two hundredth series (204, 208, 218) and three hundredth analogs (350, 360, 370). Agricultural machines are equipped with a more advanced threshing mechanism. The main components are coordinated by means of a hydraulic system, thereby increasing the productivity of the combine. For comparison, consider the characteristics of the modifications M-208 and M-360.
Parameters of the Mega 208 technology:
- The powertrain is a Mercedes Benz.
- Engine power - 270 horsepower.
- Threshing drum in width - 1.58 m.
- The capacity of the grain tank is 8 cubic meters. m
- Unloading speed - 68 kg / sec.
Characteristics of the technical plan M-360:
- The power plant is the Daimler Chrysler.
- Power indicator - 260 liters. from.
- Drum width - 1.58 m.
- Grain bunker - 8.2 cubic meters m
- Unloading speed - 72 kg / s.
There are no significant differences between these models, both variations are equipped with a three-mode gearbox with hydrostatic transmission.
Dominator
All other Class combines are the descendants of this particular series. Now the car does not show particularly good results compared to modern counterparts, but at the time of release it was considered the best in its category. The lineup includes about ten modifications. Consider the characteristics of the most powerful and small cars.
Dominator 150:
- The engine is a Capterpillar with a capacity of 158 horsepower.
- Gearbox - hydrostatic type.
- The width of the working drum is 1.06 m.
- Hopper capacity - four thousand liters.
Model D-38:
- The power unit - "Perkins" on 65 "horses".
- Gear shift - manual transmission.
- The width of the drum is 0.8 m.
- Hopper volume - 2700 l.
On all modifications of this series, a conventional threshing system is mounted. The cleaning unit is equipped with a five-mode straw walker.
Combine Claas Lexion
The equipment of this line has a high performance indicator and good transport speed. Cars at work practically do not damage the soil, having excellent cross-country ability. This feature is due to the Terra Trac running configuration, which combines a wheeled and tracked track. Rubber tracks are provided on the drive elements, and the steered part remains in the form of a wheelset.
The hydraulic system is responsible for controlling the main components and the steering column . In this series, seven modifications are released (from 480 to 780). It is noteworthy that the harvesting equipment was released for the centenary of the company.
The following are the characteristics of the Lexion-780 model:
- The power of the power unit is 590 horsepower.
- Working (threshing) drum in width - 1.42 m.
- The capacity of the grain bin is 12 cubic meters. m
- Unloading speed - 120 kg / s.
Compared with the first model in this line (under the index 480), the car in question has increased power, is equipped with a Mercedes-Benz motor. The remaining representatives of the series are equipped with a Capterpillar engine with six cylinders.
Agricultural harvesting machine "Tucano"
Combine Claas Tucano belongs to the middle category of combine harvesters. The line can conditionally be divided into two model series. Version 580 is equipped with a Kaptepillar C09 motor, and the rest of the modifications use Mercedes Benz as a power plant.
Modifications "Tukano" with an index from 320 to 450 are equipped with a threshing drum with six twine. The diameter of the node is 45 centimeters. Under it, an adjustment system is provided that provides quick switching between types of cultivated crops.
Engine power ranges from 190 to 320 horsepower. For example, in the 580th model, this figure is 378 “horses”. Agricultural crops are harvested using reapers of the Cerio ("Serio") and Vario ("Vario") type. In width, they cover from 3.7 to 9.1 meters of cultivated area. The distance between the cutting parts can vary, narrowing, which allows the use of equipment for rape harvesting.
Features
Combines Claas series "Tucano" at the request of the customer can be equipped with a laser control system. Such sensors make it possible to work effectively at night or in difficult weather conditions. The kit is mounted on the port side, sends impulses to the computer about the location of the machine, after which the optimal trajectory is determined in automatic mode.
The Tukano grain harvesting equipment has a larger separation area compared to its predecessors. The drum angle of coverage is 151 degrees. The capacity of the grain hopper varies between 6.5-9 thousand kilograms. Unloading speed - 64-75 kg / s. On domestic fields, most often you can find the series in question under the indices 320 and 580.
"Jaguar"
The Claas Jaguar harvester deserves special attention. Among all the harvesting machines from this manufacturer, this series has the largest model range. Technique in its history has undergone eight stages of structural improvements and changes.
Agrarian "Jaguars" company "Klaas" began to produce in the seventies of the last century. The features of these machines include economical fuel consumption along with excellent performance. The 850th model is a transitional modification between the 800th and 900th. Consider its characteristics:
- Powerplant - "Daimler Chrysler", 389 horsepower.
- Speed - 2000 rotations per minute.
- Drum length / diameter - 750/630 mm.
- The fuel tank has a capacity of 920 liters.
- Transport / working speed - 16/40 km / h.
- Feed chamber - 730 mm.
Jaguar-850 is equipped with a double cabin with a panoramic view. The on-board computer is responsible for controlling the main systems; at the request of the customer, the machine can be equipped with an additional fuel tank. Knives are sharpened by the operator without leaving the cab. The equipment under consideration works with minimal losses, is equipped with a hydrostatic transmission and stone traps.
disadvantages
Despite all the advantages of Claas combine harvesters, they have certain disadvantages. The main one is the high cost. The domestic average farmer is unlikely to be able to afford a new model (except for the previously used variation of the first generations). In addition, sophisticated electronics often fail, especially when working in regions with low temperatures and high humidity. Most of the main components are hidden, so when repairing certain elements, you have to dismantle a significant part of the equipment.
Finally
German Claas combines are rightfully recognized as world leaders in the field of harvesting equipment. A wide range of products meets all the required standards and allows you to solve the most effectively assigned tasks. The machines are distinguished by excellent quality characteristics, excellent performance and reliability. The average price of the Lexion series combine is about 20 thousand euros. The equipment in question significantly reduces the costs of agricultural enterprises during the harvesting company, while the payback of the unit will not take long. Claas combine harvesters will become reliable helpers for many years to large agricultural organizations and farmers.