Perfect straw management under all conditions
The new straw chopper housing, which has been expanded by 50 mm, ensures that the chopped straw is distributed evenly and consistently. Thanks to this larger diameter, the chopped material can be accelerated more rapidly, thereby enabling better distribution. The ability to control the straw chopper's counter-blade and rasp bar from the cab means greater comfort for the operator. In all new LEXION 600 models, the straw chopper's swath can be easily changed from the cab by simply pushing a button.
In addition to this, the new 670, 660 and 650 LEXION models are available with a new radial spreader, which is mechanically powered and characterised by its highly efficient power transmission. As well as lower fuel consumption, mechanical operation also ensures that the spreading rotors maintain a constant speed, so that the straw is evenly distributed under all conditions. The new radial spreader is combined with the capability to adjust the direction in which the straw is spread and automatically corrects the distribution of the straw in adverse conditions such as crosswind or when harvesting on slopes.
Cleaner harvest on any terrain
The LEXION 600 range's CLAAS AUTO SLOPE system also guarantees the cleanest possible grain and minimal losses on uneven terrain. AUTO SLOPE automatically controls the fan speed and continuously adjusts the speed according to the angle of the combine harvester in the field. This means that the air blast is automatically reduced when working uphill in order to avoid losses. The speed is increased when travelling downhill to ensure that the grain is cleaned sufficiently.
AUTO CLEANING, which has already proven its worth in the LEXION 700 range, makes life even easier for the operator and ensures the cleanest possible grain. As well as controlling the fan speed, the system also provides fully automatic control of the opening of the upper and lower sieves. This is achieved through the use of numerous sensors which permanently record the combine harvester's greatest varying values and adjust the necessary settings to match the current conditions with split-second accuracy.
LEXION 660, now available with the TERRA TRAC track roller unit
Following on from the LEXION 670, CLAAS is now also making available the LEXION 660 model with the compaction reducing TERRA TRAC track roller unit. The track unit's drive wheel, land wheel and supporting rollers have hydropneumatic suspension, which provides optimal comfort for the operator. With tracks measuring 635 mm, the total width of the combine harvester remains less than 3.49 m.
All new models from the LEXION 600 range will be available for the 2017 harvest season.
