The Press and Journal (Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire)
Claas unveils new functions for its Jaguar model range
Claas is rolling out the optimised pick-up drive of its forage harvesters, the Jaguar 900 and Jaguar 900 Terra Trac this year.
The new drive system now automatically adjusts the pick-up speed to the ground speed above 5 km/h. If the ground speed or the set chop length is changed, the speeds of the pick-up reel and intake auger are automatically matched to the conditions.
If necessary, the operator can also adjust both speeds manually from the cab according to the harvest’s requirements. This results in a more consistent crop flow, especially when operating under varying conditions.
In addition, Claas is offering a new option for the forage harvesters – the automatic chain lubrication for the left-side drive of the intake auger and pick-up reel.
Meanwhile, the smallest forage harvester in the current Claas product range, the Jaguar 840 will be more powerful. Thanks to the larger Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA Stage V six-cylinder engine, it will increase its engine output by 27 hp, taking the maximum output to 435 hp at 1,600 rpm.
The new engine will also make significantly greater torque reserves available while maintaining efficiency, with no effect on the diesel consumption per tonne of throughput.
The Jaguar 900 and 800 can now also be equipped with the new CEMIS 1200 terminal that has the newly developed GPS pilot. The CEMIS 1200 has a 12-inch screen that provides a 2D and 3D display with a splittable screen as well as online task management and documentation. It can even export data by USB stick or Telematics.
This automated steering system is an alternative to the row sensor when harvesting maize with the Orbis, and the Cam Pilot when harvesting grass. It can also be used when harvesting whole crop silage and other types of forage crops.
Another new development is the two-stage activation of
Auto pilot/GPS pilot and CEMOS auto performance or Cruise pilot. First, the operator activates the steering system and accelerates up to the speed
that makes optimal use of the available power. Then with the push of a button on the CMotion lever, the CEMOS auto performance or Cruise pilot – depending
on the system fitted – takes automatic control of the ground speed. This enables faster adjustment to the set engine speed and the most efficient power level.