Competitive

Comparison
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Table of Contents.
Introduction 3
Crop Channel and Crop Flow 4
Feedroll and Drive System 6
Cutterhead and Chopping 8
Crop Processing 10
Accelerator and Spout 12
Engine and Drivetrain 14
Driveline and Stability 16
Cab and Controls 18
FR450 Comparison 20
FR500 Comparison 21
FR600 Comparison 22
FR700 Comparison 23
FR850 Comparison 24
FR Capibilities 25
Out of the Past: Claas 900 Series 26
On the Horizon: Fendt Katana 27

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The FR Forage Cruiser.
The FR Forage Harvester is the best chopper on the market, and the Forage Cruiser series FR will only serve to
bolster that fact. New changes in MY2013 have brought about reliability and efficiency improvements, keeping
our customers in the field longer and with less downtime. Meanwhile, our engineers have been working hard
to introduce revisions to prepare the FR for it’s transition to Tier 4B. These alterations make for a cutting edge
product that is on the forefront of technical harvesting.

The goal of this document is to serve as a reference guide for the FR’s improvements as they relate to our
competitor’s offerings. The document will provide a basic introduction to the FR’s features and highlight the
major selling points as they compare to competitors. If you are looking for a more detailed look at the FR’s top
sales points, we recommend you review the Sales Information training guide provided in the document library.

When comparing the FR Forage Cruiser to it’s competitors, there are a few major points that cannot be disputed:

• Unlimited Throughput
The FR features the world’s largest feed channel for maximum crop throughput.
Ultra-wide feedrolls, cutterhead, accelerator and spout will keep your customer’s
crop moving no matter how high the yield.
• Legendary Chop Quality
Independent evaluations of the forage harvester market show that no one cuts crop with the
accuracy and precision of a New Holland. That precision is thanks to a well-designed conical
feed channel that provides smooth crop flow and accurate feeding no matter the conditions.
• Maneuverability and Turning
Despite it’s large dimensions, the FR Forage Cruiser is agile and mobile. The FR features 55°
of rear wheel movement for the tightest turning and the most accurate headland management.
Meanwhile the FR’s mechanical drivetrain never hesitates to deliver it’s full power potential no
matter the conditions. No getting bogged down in the mud with this monster.

The FR Forage Cruiser is truly a modern marvel, and we are excited to see all the harvesting your customers can
do once they get behind the wheel.

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Crop Channel and Crop Flow: Overview
Think BIG!
When the FR was reinvented in 2007, New Holland
engineers looked to construct the most innovative
chopper in the world. In order to prepare for the
2119 rpm future of the forage harvesting, they dreamed Big.
The FR was designed with industry’s largest feed
channel, largest feedrolls, largest cutterhead, largest
30” Wide spout, and largest appetite. It was designed for 16
rows of corn and asked to deliver 12. So when you
30” Wide think FR, Think BIG.
34” Wide Power Saving Design
Smooth crop flow is key to an efficient forage
harvester. The more power that is used to throw the
crop, the less power that can be used to cut the crop.
Keeping this in mind, the FR was designed with a
steadily rising crop flow path. With the smoothest
1130 rpm flow path, the FR limits contact, producing higher
quality feed with lower horsepower demands. When
34” Wide compared to competitive designs, no other brand has
come close.

Conical Feed Channel

With the Forage Cruiser series FR, the already
outstanding chopper body has been improved. It uses
the same starting point, an ultra-wide crop channel with
unlimited capacity. But that is where the similarities end.
The frame has been redesigned to better direct crop
flow. The crop channel expands as the feed gets closer
to the cutterhead. This allows the feed more room Variflow System
to spread out for more consistent cutting length and In order to continue to pursue the best crop flow
better, more through processing. In addition to more possible, the FR adjusts its crop channel based
consistent crop flow, the redesign drastically reduces the on the crop that it is chopping. With the industry
accumulation of feed in the feed channel. This makes exclusive Variflow™ system, the FR can decrease the
the FR’s already simple-to-service feed channel even distance between cutterhead and accelerator by 8”
easier to maintain. (a 60% reduction). This reduces load on the system
by approx. 40hp while maintaining steady crop flow.

The Numbers: New Holland Claas Deere (Wide) Deere (Narrow) Krone
Feedroll Width 33.9” 28.7” 30.7 26” 31.5”
Cutterhead Width 34.8” 29.5” 27” 27” 31.5”
Accelerator 30” 26.8” 25” 24” 26”

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• Total feeding width is 28.7” (730mm) 20% less than NH
• Same crop flow path as previous Comfort Cut equipped Jaguar.
• Good crop flow through steady rise path.
• Deep knife pockets tend to carry over crop reducing efficiency.
• In grass applications, the cutterhead must throw crop 39 inches
to reach the accelerator increasing the chance of plugging.
• High HP units must force crop through narrow 30” cutterhead.
• Claas’s design condenses the crop mat, resulting in a thicker
crop mat and less consistent cut quality.

New Holland Advantage: - A wide crop opening and conical feeding

chamber mean the highest pressure applied to a thinner crop mat for the most
consistent cut quality in the industry.

• Two feeding channel widths: 30.7”(780mm) and 26”(660mm)

• 30.7” is only available on the 7750, 7780, 7950 & 7980
• Weak point in system is an 80° crop path change at
the accelerator increasing wear, slowing crop flow, and
demanding higher horsepower to throw the crop
• Large number of knives provide no centering
• In grass applications the cutterhead must throw crop nearly
38 inches to reach the accelerator
• Narrow path before the accelerator limits the crop to an 8”
opening, increasing the potential for plugging in grass crops

New Holland Advantage – The long flat crop channel and 80* turn create
serious plugging problems making dry hays a big challenge for the Deere

• Steadily rising crop flow path.

• Chevron drum helps center crop.
• In grass applications the cutterhead must throw crop nearly
35 inches to reach the accelerator.
• Weak point in the system is the accelerator area where the
crop path changes a dramatic 15°. Increases the wear and
horsepower requirement.
• VariStream: position of bottom plate of cutting drum and
accelerator door vary based on load creating inconsistent
crop flow.

New Holland Advantage – Krone’s unit is complicated and difficult to work

on. Access to key parts is limited.

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Crop Channel: Feedrolls and Drive System
Feedroll Width Feeding A Hungry Monster
36
900
The FR features innovations capable of keeping
the its monstrous appetite at bay
34
850 -10%
-7,5% • Industry’s widest feedrolls.
-18% • HydroLoc™ motor with infinite LOC adjust.
32
800 • Lightning fast metal detection system.
-30% • 4.5 Tons of crop compression.
30
750 • Ability to synchronize speed or the attachment
33.9”
and feedrolls.
700 30.7” 31.5”
28
28.7” Infinitely Variable Length of Cut
650 The FR features New Holland’s HydroLoc™
26 26.0” drive system. This New Holland exclusive system
600
New Deere Claas Krone
allows infinitely variable length of cut adjustment
Deere
Holland (Narrow) (Wide) from the comfort of the cab.
MetaLoc™ Metal Detection
The state-of-the-art Metal Alert 2™ metal
detection system features six detection zones
capable of bringing the FR to a dead halt in .003
seconds. If a detection occurs, the metal’s location
is pinpointed on the IntelliView™ IV monitor.
Simultaneously, the FR automatically flips open
the pickup windguard and places the auger and
feedrolls in reverse to eject the crop. Operators
have complete control of the sensitivity to
customize safety settings for all conditions.
New Holland’s competitors pay for the right to
use the FX’s Metal Alert™ 2 system. This system
only utilizes the 2 points of detection and leaves
large dead spots in it’s detection area.
Double Drive System (Optional)
Optional double drive system doubles the horsepower available and allows independent control of the header and
feedroll speed. This allows the operator full control of his cutting and feeding for precise adjustments on-the-go
along with increased drive power.

The Numbers: New Holland Claas Deere (Wide) Deere (Narrow) Krone
# of Feedrolls 4 4 4 4 6
Feedroll Width 33.9” 28.7” 30.7” 26” 31.5”
Length of Cut Infinitely Variable Infinitely Variable Infinitely Variable Infinitely Variable Infinitely Variable
Metal Detection System STD - 6 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones

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• Claas’s feedrolls are 28.7” wide, 20% narrower than NH.
• 7” Max feedroll opening (28% more than prior model).
• Complex drive system to achieve infinitely variable LOC.
Hydraulic Drives > 1st Gearbox > 1st Shaft > 2nd Gearbox >
2nd Shaft > Feedroll Gearbox and Drive
• Side Opening QUICK ACCESS door affords easy access to
feedrolls and cutterhead without removing the chopperbody.
• Uses NH’s outdated Metal Alert 2 system which leaves large
uncovered areas on the edges of the feedrolls (see bottom picture).
• Stone detector, Stop Rock (Optional)
• If detections occur, cutterhead is stopped using a brake
New Holland Advantage - Claas relies on a greater feedroll open for more
capacity, reducing pre-compression and increasing risk of metal intrusion. The
FR’s wider feedrolls allow for more capacity without sacrificing cut quality.

• Feedrolls are 3” narrower on wide-body and 8” narrower on

standard machine.
• Features infinitely variable cut lengths.
• LOC system uses a mechanical drive that is extremely
complex and very difficult to service. System limits access to
cutterhead and adds large amount of weight to front of axle.
• No RPM synchronization between the header and feedrolls
which can cause feed quality irregularity
• Difficult to open and service
• Metal detection has weaknesses in center and sides
(see bottom left photo)

New Holland Advantage – Deere’s large LOC gearbox is difficult to work on

and increases the time required to perform simple tasks such as changing headers

• Feedrolls and attachments are driven hydraulically.

• 6 Feedrolls measuring 31.5” wide, 4” narrower than NH.
• BigX’s slower system needs the longer feed channel to
respond to mental detections. The two additional feedrolls
means more moving parts, more wear, and more crop
damage.
• Cut quality is determined by the pre-pressure in the area
before the cutterhead not by the length of the crop channel.
• Complicated Hydrostatic drive system that controls upper
and lower rolls independently. Hydro motor is located
underneath unit: difficult to service and prone to damage.
• Optional “Rockprotect” stone detector available

New Holland Advantage – Less feedrolls and a simpler design.

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Cutterhead and Chopping.
More Acres In A Day With the World’s
Largest Chopper
When New Holland reinvented the FR, focus was paid
not only to larger pickup and corn headers, but also to
a wider intake of the feedrolls, cutterhead, processor,
and accelerator. This entire system is designed to
handle more crop and is an average of 15% larger
than the competition. The cutterhead uses a chevron
design with two rows of knives to guarantee the best
chop quality and largest range of cut lengths.

Efficient Chopping
The FR features the largest chopping components in
the world.
• Both cutterhead configurations are 34.5” wide, 28”
The Drum Makes The Difference in diameter, and weigh approximately 1,200 lbs.
• Closed, chevron style cutterhead design produces
New Holland 2X8 2 X 12
effective crop chopping and optimum crop flow.
Configurations 2X8 2X12 • Operator can remove upper feedroll assembly for
Cut Length 1/4” - 2 5/8” 1/8” - 1 3/4” service to knives within 15 minutes.
Slices / Minute 9,060 13,600 • Knives are mounted at an ideal angle to shearbar
creating a scissor action of cutting.

The Sharpest Tool In Your Shed

• All knife sharpening can be performed automatically from the cab using any of the IntelliView™ monitors.
• Sharpening can be performed both forwards and in reverse.
• Reverse sharpening delivers a better knife edge for longer knife life and reduces shearbar wear.
• Forward sharpening can be performed to balance knife sharpness on older knives.
• Automatic shearbar adjustment is performed from the cab. The operator pushes one button and the system
will automatically adjust itself to an optimum shearbar position for the industry’s best cut quality every cut.

The Numbers: New Holland Claas Deere (Wide) Deere (Narrow) Krone
Type Chevron Comfort Cut Straight Straight Chevron
Cutterhead Width 34.8” 29.5” 31.7” 27” 31.5”
Cutterhead Diameter 28” 24.8” 26” 24” 26”
Knife Configurations 2X8, 2X12 2x10, 2x12, 40, 48 40, 48 2x10, 2x14, 2x20
Length of Cut 1/8” - 1 3/10” 1/10” - 1 5/11” 1/5” - 1” 1/5” - 1” 1/10” - 1 1/7”
Cutterhead RPM 1130 1200 1100-1200 1000 1187
Knife Types Corn & Grass Universal Universal Universal Universal
Sharpening System Forward and Forward Only Reverse Only Reverse Only Forward Only
Reverse
Sharpening Start Cab-Adjusted Cab-Adjusted Cab-Adjusted Cab-Adjusted From Ground

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• V-MAX cutterhead: V24, V20.
• Width 29.5”, Diameter 24.8”.
• Cut Lengths 1/10” - 1 5/11” (3 - 37 mm).
• 2 x 12, 2 x 10 Knife patterns.
• Universal knifes are non-adjustable. Cupped shape leads to
both crop carry-over and recutting.
• Poor knife angle; Knife heel contacts the shearbar first.
• Sharpening is performed only in forward rotation, increasing
clearance between knife edge and shearbar.
• Access to cutterhead is achieved by swinging feedrolls to side.
• The chopper body can not be removed easily with a the 3-pt
of a tractor, limiting access.

New Holland Advantage: - New Holland’s better knife angle results in more
flexibility for corn or grass knives. Better cut quality and less carry over.

• Enclosed straight knife configuration with 40 or 48 knives

• Width 27” or 31.7”, Diameter 24” or 26”, Weight 743 lbs
• Cut lengths 1/5” - 1”
• Service time is increased by knife mounting. 3 bolts per knife
means a maximum of 144 bolts to change.
• High # of knives creates turbulence and poor crop flow.
• Knife position leads to inconsistency in cut quality, tends to
mince the crop.
• Non-centering cutterhead increases wear and plugging.
• Feedrolls swing to side for access to cutterhead, very limited
access, feedrolls do not swing fully out of the way.
• Steepest knife angle results in easy cutting but poor throwing.

New Holland Advantage – Deere’s short knives lead to inconsistent crop cut
length. 3 bolts mounting cannot properly hold knives, requiring regular inspection.

• 3 Chevron, closed drum, cutterheads: 2x10, 2x14, 2x20.

• Width 31.5”, Diameter 26”, Weight 1058 lbs.
• Cut lengths 1/10” - 1 1/7”
• Very complex sharpening procedure.
• Left front fender contains controls for sharpening customer
must manually control sharpening system from ground.
(see photo at bottom left for sharpening controls)
• Knives are mounted at a 11° angle improving the contact
with the cutting surface and increasing the throw of the crop.
• The cutterhead can not be removed easily by the 3-pt mount
on a tractor, limiting its accessibility.

New Holland Advantage – New Holland operators can perform all

sharpening adjustments from the operator’s seat. Easier to service the unit.

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Crop Processing.
New Holland
Width
Tooth Configuration
Standard Pulley
Optional Pulleys
VariFlow™ System in Corn Position
The Numbers:
CP Roll Diameter
CP Roll Width
Speed Differential Optns
Roll Clearance (mm)
Key
10
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Robust Crop Processing System
• Large 29.5” wide crop processor creates a thinner crop
mat, increasing processing quality
• Large diameter 10” saw tooth rolls process the crop
efficiently across a large surface area
• Two saw tooth counts available 99 (standard) and 126
• Standard roll gap adjustment from cab
• 22% roll speed differential is provided standard with
30% and 50% differential options available for more
vigorous processing
Heavy-Duty Processing
The FR500 - FR850 models can be fitted with an optional
Standard Heavy Duty heavy duty processor that improves both processing
29.5” 29.5” performance and durability. Both rolls are hard chrome
99/99 99/126 coated to resist abrasion from dirt in the crop mat.
22% 30% Processing improvements come from the staggered tooth
10%, 30%, 50% 10%, 22%, 50% count on the rolls (99/126) and a 30% speed differential.
The roll gap can be larger for higher throughput and still
provide complete kernel processing.
Efficient In Every Environment
With the advent of custom harvesting, many forage
harvester owners must service different types of crop.
This is why New Holland produced the Variflow™
System. With Variflow™, the crop processor can be
removed from the forage harvester in less than 5 minutes
for quick changes between grass and corn crops. The
VariFlow™ System in Grass Position change reduces horsepower demands and unnecessary
wear on a valuable component crucial to any forage
harvester.
Extending Product Life
The FR comes standard with a Lincoln AutoLube system
which connects directly to the crop processor. This
addition keeps the processor bearings cool and lubricated
for maximum lifespan.
New Holland Claas Deere (Wide) Deere (Narrow) Krone
9.8” 9.8” 9.5” 8.5” 9.8”
29.5” 26.7” 28.25” 24” 25.5”
10% 22%, 30%, 50% 30%, 60% 21%, 42% 21%, 42% 20%, 30%
1 - 10 mm 1 - 10 mm 1 - 30 mm 1 - 30 mm 0.5 - 10 mm
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• Rolls are only 26” wide – less processing area.
• 930-940 – 8” diameter rolls with 80 saw teeth.
• 950-980 – 10” diameter rolls with 100 saw teeth.
• 30% speed differential standard, 60% optional.
• Standard manual roll gap adjustment, optional adjustment from
CEBIS monitor in cab.
• Processor is moved out of crop path manually for grass crops.
• Processor sits in machine without turning rolls resulting in flat
spots on bearings.
• Removal from machine must be done with a forklift or crane.
• No way of shortening the distance between the cutterhead and
accelerator in grass position, creates dead spot between processor
and accelerator.
New Holland Advantage - Claas’s old design has small bearings that cannot
hold up to uneven crop load delivered by cutterhead design.

• Width 24” or 28 1/4”, Diameter 8 1/2” or 9 1/2”,

• Small contact surface between rolls means limited processing.
• Speed differential is 21% standard, 42% optional.
• Crop processor is installed from the bottom side of machine by
means of a chain hoist, difficult to access and service.
• Optional electric chain hoist available.
• Grass chute is made up of 4 parts to install, difficult to assemble.
• No way of shortening the distance between the cutterhead
and accelerator in grass position, creates a dead spot between
processor and accelerator.
• 3HB drive belt, small belt, decreased life.

New Holland Advantage – Deere has very poor access to crop processor.
Operator must lay on top of the cutterhead to remove belts and unhook CP.

• 2 roll system with 123, 144, and 166 saw teeth configurations.
• 25.5” wide, 10” in diameter.
• Speed differential 20% standard, 30% & 40% optional.
• Very poor CP access – CP is close to the ground and requires a
special cart to remove. Must be on hard flat surface to remove.
Service bay is very difficult to navigate, lengthening CP removal.
• No way of shortening the distance between the cutterhead
and accelerator in grass position, creates dead spot between
processor and accelerator.
• Smaller tooth profile means shorter life and less aggressive
feeding at longer LOC.

New Holland Advantage – The New Holland CP can be changed or serviced

in the field with little hassle. Service Area has enough room to work comfortably.

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Accelerator and Spout.
No Detours
The FR’s wide paddle construction has been optimized
to create the ideal air flow for maximum suction and
throwing power.
• V-shaped accelerator paddles throw crop towards
spout center, reducing wear.
• Accelerator back plate can be adjusted to increase or
decrease the gap, changing throwing performance.
• Accelerator is 30” wide, 20.7” in diameter to handle
large crop volumes.

No Obstructions
The FR’s center mounted spout is designed to make
filling trucks simple and easy. All of the features
included below work together to deliver crop cleanly.
• 210° of spout rotation.
• Best view of spout in the industry.
• Spout can be lifted up to 21’.
• Spout can be moved 21ft/sec by a hydraulic drive so
even the biggest trucks can be filled quickly.
• Spout base is equipped with break away protection.
• MFH can remember 3 spout position presets:
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Left Preset
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Right Preset
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• All systems have been designed to reduce the stress on
the operator while improving efficiency.
• The top of the spout features hinges that open to
provide outstanding access to the wear liners.
• Spout has top and side wear liners to extend usable
life. Can be changed via an easy-to-access spout hatch.
• At maximum lift, the FR’s spout is hoisted 23° to
guarantee unlimited mobility and visibility.

The Numbers: New Holland Claas Deere (Wide) Deere (Narrow) Krone
Rotor Width 30” 26.8” 25” 20” 26”
Rotor Diameter 20.7” 21.25” 22” 17.75” 22”
Spout Maximum Height 21’ 18’ 4” 20’ 4” 20’ 4” 19’8”
Spout Rotation Angle 210° 225° 200° 200° 210°
Extensions 10 & 12 Row 10 & 12 Row 10 Row 10 Row Info Not Available

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• Accelerator is 26.8” wide and 21.25” in diameter, narrower &
smaller = harder time throwing crop.
• Spout max height is 18’ 4”, Max rotation 225°.
• Very low cab height limits spout visibility.
• Spout is equipped with breakaway protection.
• No openings on top of spout for access to wear liners, time
consuming to replace.
• Entire spout is fitted with wear plates.
• OptiFill™ system works similar to Intellifill™ system, but has
never shown to be effective.

New Holland Advantage – New Holland’s design has shown to have

smoother crop flow and has better visibility.

• Accelerator is 20” or 25” wide and 17 3/4” or 22” in diameter,

smaller size results in harder time throwing crop
• Spout changes direction of crop by 80° after accelerator
increasing the wear and slowing crop
• Spout positioned in middle of machine, max height 20’ 4”
• Spout rotates 200°, operator must continually strain to see
around large cab corner posts
• No openings on top of spout for access to wear liners, time
consuming to replace
• Deere features 12 accelerator paddles. More to service, more
turbulent crop flow

New Holland Advantage – Deere’s crop flow continues to be a challenge.

Poor crop flow leads to regular plugging and poor cut quality.

• Accelerator is 26” wide and 22” in diameter

• Smaller accelerator means more force required to throw crop
Spout reaches max height at 19’ 8”’ with 210° rotation.
• Visibility is limited due to larger cab corner posts
• Spout is equipped with breakaway protection
• Control handle in cab is not labeled and confusing to operate
with no logical travel control
• No easy access to spout liner for service. Must remove 20+ bolts.
• VariStream: bottom plate of cutting drum and accelerator door
position vary based on load creating inconsistent crop flow.

New Holland Advantage – New Holland’s adjustable design delivers

smoother crop flow with minimal crop loss. Servicing is simpler and easier.

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Engine and Driveline.
The Power Driving Your Business
New Holland has recognized the advantages of the
Turbo Compound Engine TCD (pictured right) and is the
first to use it in agricultural machinery. The system
utilizes a turbine to capture power from expelled
exhaust gases. After the exhaust gas exits the turbo, it
is routed through the TCD turbine and then expelled
in the traditional manner. Utilizing this system allows
the FR to improve fuel efficiency by approximately 8%
and increases engine horsepower by 50hp.
Bigger Is Better
While the Turbo Compound Engine is an efficient
design, it is not the only engine in the FPT family that
is able to save their operators at the pump. The Vector Fuel Efficiency With Power Cruise II
V8 is the workhorse of the New Holland family. Power Cruise™ II is a new type of hydrostatic drive
With 824hp and a 20 liter displacement, it is a serious system built into the Forage Cruiser. The system
force to be reckoned with. But it is in heavy crop or monitors the engine load to maintain peak cutting
with wider headers where this system shines! The performance while operating in disparate terrain.
FR850, which utilizes the Vector engine, combines the The operator sets their desired speed and the system
efficiency of the FR platform with enough raw muscle monitors engine load, automatically adjusting ground
to wrestle 12 rows of corn at a time. When pushed to speed and engine rpm to keep engine at peak
the limit, this unit produces legendary cut quality operating performance. As crop rates increase or
with outstanding fuel economy. decrease the system automatically adjusts
grounds speed to provide fuel efficiency
Tying It All Together and exact cut lengths.
The FR uses one main belt drive to
power the cutterhead and accelerator.
This shorter belt drive was designed
Power Cruise II shines again on the road where engine
to maximize power transfer and
load is limited. The system maintains a maximum
provide servicing simplicity.
engine speed of 1400rpms while in “Road Mode.”
By reducing the number of
This allows for 20% less fuel consumption even when
gearboxes and moving parts,
traveling at maximum road speeds of 25mph. In
the design significantly reduces
addition, this system reduces noise traveling through
the servicing time and cost
residential areas
associated with maintenance.

The Numbers: New Holland Claas Deere (Wide) Deere (Narrow) Krone
Horsepower Range 425 - 824hp 455 - 884hp 625 - 800 375 - 625 775 - 1,078
Engine Mounting Inline Transverse Inline Inline Transverse
Fuel Tank Size (gal) 322 gal 317 or 357 gal 291 gal 291 gal 250 gal
Displacement Options 9L, 13L, 18L, 20L 12.8L, 16L, 24.2L 13.5L, 19L 9L, 13.5L 16L, 24L

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• 4 Transverse mounted engine options, 6 horsepower levels.
• 930-960 are Tier 4 Mercedes SCR Engines (455 - 653hp)
• 970-980 feature Tier 2 MAN Engines (775 - 884hp)
• 1 Long main belt system drives cutterhead and accelerator.
• System utilizes many smaller gearboxes, increasing service
demands and reducing efficiency.
• Very poor access to components, increasing servicing time
and decreasing chopping efficiency.
• No automatic engine speed and ground drive control.
• Dynamic Power adjusts engine output based on engine load
does not manage ground speed and not available on 930.
• Auto-Greasing Optional only.
New Holland Advantage – New Holland’s engine mounting provides superior
accessibility. Gearbox system is built tough; rated to 1100hp.

• 3 Inline mounted engine options, 6 horsepower levels.

• Complex drive system, inefficient, hard to access and service,
• 18.5 mph standard road speed at 1650rpms, high rpm level
results in poor fuel economy during road travel.
• 25mph ProDrive optional, adds 1300 lbs of additional rear
ballast. Expensive addition $12,000 - 24,000.
• Radiator located at rear of machine collects more dust and
debris swept up by chopping.
• Diesel heats up during operation because hot engine air is
blown against fuel tank, hotter fuel reduces efficiency.
• 2 drive belts equipped on the larger models result in lower
power transfer efficiencies and higher belt failure rates.
New Holland Advantage – Deere’s poor engine placement means hotter
operation and poor longevity. Large additional costs for features standard on FR.

• 2 Transverse mounted engine options, 3 horsepower levels.

• All feature Tier 2 MAN Engines (775 - 1,078hp).
• Engine placement is the highest in the industry resulting in
poor stability and industry’s worst visibility.
• Servicing and accessibility is difficult due to engine placement.
• Long belt drive decreases power transfer efficiency.
• Requires 40 gallons of Hydraulic Oil.
• High weight of machine needs more hydraulic force to move
and maneuver.
• 25mph road speed is achieved with engine speed of 1660rpm.

New Holland Advantage – New Holland’s maneuverability, serviceability, and

visibility surpasses Krone by far delivering a better customer experience

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Drivetrain and Stability.
Putting Power To Ground
New Holland believes strongly in a product that is built
tough. That is why on the Forage Cruiser, our drivetrains
are all mechanical. Real components putting real power to
the ground when you need it with no hesitation.
Mechanical 4WD
The 4WD option on the Forage Cruiser line is fully
mechanical- a New Holland exclusive- and very similar
in design to the one used on FWA tractors. It is powered
from the central gearbox by a drive shaft, and is engaged
via a hydraulic clutch from the cab. The highly efficient
mechanical system offers superior durability, lower
complexity, and better pulling performance when compared
to the hydrostatic assist systems used on other choppers.
The FR can power through even the harshest conditions
without risk of stalling or sticking.
Adjustable 2WD HD
Two-wheel drive FR units feature a heavy duty, adjustable
steering axle. The double box walled design offers stronger
more resilient alternative to the cylindrical axles used on
some competitors. Tread width can be set from 104” to
134” in 6” increments.
Results You Can See
The engine of the FR has been mounted in line with the
machine to allow lower mounting in-between the frame
Turn On A Dime rails. This placement provides excellent ballasting and easy
The rear wheels can turn up to 55°. This means a servicing. In addition, the placement allows the back of the
tight turning radius of only 20’ like the FX FR to slope down, enabling excellent visibility behind the unit.

The Numbers: New Holland Claas Deere (Wide) Deere (Narrow) Krone
Drivetrain Options 2WD, 4WD 2WD, PRA 2WD, PRA 2WD, PRA PRA
Drivetrain Type Mechanical Hydrostatic Hydrostatic Hydrostatic Hydrostatic
Transmission 4 Range 2 Range 2 Range 2 Range 2 Range
Ground Clearance 22” 13.4” NA NA 15.3”
Max Speed Standard 25 mph 25 mph 18 mph ( 25 Opt) 18 mph ( 25 Opt) 25 mph
Wheel Base 134” 118” Info Not Available Info Not Available 135.6
Adjustable Axle Width Yes, 30” Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed
Tire Options 540, 710, 900 650, 710, 900 650, 800 650, 800 900 only
Duals Available Yes No Yes Yes No

Key = Indicates best performer(s) of a category

PRA = Powered Rear Axle

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• Wheel base is 9’, 10” 12% smaller than New Holland.
• Ground Clearance is 13.4”, 40% lower than New Holland.
• Engine sits higher reducing stability and decreasing visibility
to rear of machine.
• Two speed ground drive gearbox with 25mph max speed
• Hydraulically driven system.
• No differential lock available.
• Optional remote tire inflation available, $2,774 in 2013.

New Holland Advantage – New Holland has more drivetrain selections with
better stance and clearance for power in any conditions.

• Engine sits high in the chassis reducing stability .

• 2WD option is a fixed width hollowed out powered rear axle,
limits adjustability and increases weight.
• Two speed ground drive gearbox with 18mph max speed.
• Differential Lock, 12 mph harvesting speed, and 25 mph
road speed are only available with the optional ProDrive
transmission ($12,000 - $24,000 depending on model).
• Because of engine positioning and unit weight, Deere
requires heavy ballasting with even the smallest headers.
Results in added cost, reduced fuel economy, and instability
while harvesting.

New Holland Advantage – New Holland is significantly more stable.

Expensive options like ProDrive, Ballast, and Diff. Lock are standard on the FR.

• Transverse Engine Positioning.

• Hydrostatic transmission with hydrostatic motors powering
front wheels and the rear axle individually.
• Individually powered front wheels open up space that is
restricted on the FR. But the drive system is inefficient and
requires greater power to run, reducing fuel efficiency and
robbing power that could be used for traction or cutting .
• 15.3” Ground clearance, 30% smaller than the FR, especially
frustrating when trying to remove CP.
• No 2WD Option available
• No differential lock available.

New Holland Advantage – Complicated hydrostatic system on the Krone

drains power that would otherwise be used for chopping.

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Competitive Comparison
Cab and Controls.
Upgrade to the Best Cab in the Industry
The Forage Cruiser’s cab features a complete comfort
package to keep operators content on even the longest
days. Ergonomically placed controls and an extra large
cab make the day breeze by.
Visibility
New bowl shape of cab offers an almost compete
360° view. Unmatched view provides unobstructed
visibility to attachments, wagons/trucks, and spout.
Automate Your Day
Automated functions built into the FR make operating
a breeze:
• Power Cruise II™ engine management
• Automatic Temperature Control
• Header Raise and Return
• Header Recognition
• Spout Home and Position Presets
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Customize Your Experience
All Intelliview™ IV run screens can be customized
to display information the operator finds crucial. This
includes engine statistics, fuel usage, load information
and crop yield.
The FR also defends itself by automatically notifying
the operator when faults occur and stopping crop
feeding the instant metal detections occur.
For operators who throw their crop to the left side
of the unit, the FR offers a control invert function.
Unlike with competitors, there are no hoses to change
and no tools required. Simply select invert in the
Intelliview monitor and the FR is ready to harvest!
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• New VISTA cab: larger than previous model but still smaller
than FR.
• Console is mounted with the seat similar to in FR.
• New CEBIS monitor operates without buttons, is still
difficult to navigate and customize.
• Automatic temperature control.
• No rear wipers available.
• Common Cab with Combines.
• Wide cab mounts pickup more vibration.
• Optional swivel chair allows 20° of extra travel.
• Additional cost to unlock features in CEBUS monitor.

New Holland Advantage – Intelliview IV monitor offers wider selection of

features and customization at no additional charge.

• Old design, has not seen a major update since the 6000 series.
• Very narrow cab with limited space.
• View of attachments, wagon/trucks and spout is obstructed
by large corner posts with integrated monitor and low roof.
• Machine monitors and warning indicators are in more than 4
locations, very confusing.
• Hard to navigate the 4 monitors provided standard.
• Driver seat is positioned to the right of the cab, harder to see
left side of attachments and wagons/trucks if loading to left.

New Holland Advantage – New Holland’s cab is roomier, more comfortable,

and simpler to operate.

• View of attachments, wagons/trucks and spout is obstructed

by large corner posts.
• Almost no view behind the machine due to engine mounting.
• Cab has not been customized for SPFH applications.
• Tall operators have difficulty viewing the spout due to cab
overhang.
• Multi function handle has 26 functions and is extremely
confusing to use.
• 23 keys to navigate through monitor, difficult to customize.

New Holland Advantage – New Holland’s cab has been ergonomically

designed to deliver the utmost in customer comfort.

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Competitive Comparison .
FR450 Competitors.
FR450 Claas 930 Deere 7180
Engine
Brand / Model FPT/ T4 Mercedes JD Power Tech+
Benz SCR (Tier4A)
Displacement 8.7L 12.8L 9L
Rated Power 395 - 355
Max Power 424 455 375
Fuel Tank Capacity (Gal) 322 317 291
Feeding
# of Feedrolls 4 4 4
Feedroll Width 33.9” 28.7” 26”
Metal Detection System STD - 6 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones
Cutterhead
Type Chevron Chevron Straight
Cutterhead Width 34.8” 29.5” 27”
Cutterhead Diameter 28” 24.8” 24”
Knife Configurations 2X8, 2X12 2x6, 2x10, 40, 48
2x12,
Length of Cut 1/6” - 1 3/10” 1/10” - 1 1/2” 1/5” - 1”
Sharpening System Forward and Forward Only Reverse Only
Reverse
Crop Processor
CP Roll Diameter 9.8” 9.8” 8.5”
CP Roll Width 29.5” 26.7” 24”
Speed Differential Optns 10%, 22%, 30%, 30%, 60% 21%, 42%
50%
Roll Clearance (mm) 1 - 10 mm 1 - 10 mm 1 - 30 mm
Accelerator
Rotor Width 30” 26.8” 20”
Spout
Maximum Height 21’ 18’ 4” 20’ 4”
Rotation Angle 210° 225° 200°
Drivetrain
Transmission 4 Ranges 2 Range 2 Range
Drivetrain Options 2WD, 4WD 2WD, PRA 2WD, PRA
Drivetrain Type Mechanical Hydrostatic Hydrostatic
Differential Lock Standard Not Available Optional
Maximum Speed 25 MPH 25 mph 18 mph ( 25 Opt)
Ground Clearance 22” 13.4” Info Not Available

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Competitive Comparison .
FR500 Competitors.
FR500 Claas 940 Claas 930 Deere 7280 Deere 7380
Engine
Brand / Model FPT Cursor 13 T4 Mercedes T4 Mercedes JD Power Tech+ JD Power Tech+
Benz SCR Benz SCR (Tier4A) (Tier4A)
Displacement 12.9L 16L 12.8L 13.5L 13.5L
Rated Power 466 - - 410 450
Max Power 500 510 455 440 495
Fuel Tank Capacity (Gal) 322 317 317 291 291
Feeding
# of Feedrolls 4 4 4 4 4
Feedroll Width 33.9” 28.7” 28.7” 26” 26”
Metal Detection System STD - 6 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones
Cutterhead
Type Chevron Chevron Chevron Straight Straight
Cutterhead Width 34.8” 29.5” 29.5” 27” 27”
Cutterhead Diameter 28” 24.8” 24.8” 24” 24”
Knife Configurations 2X8, 2X12 2x6, 2x10, 2x12, 2x6, 2x10, 2x12, 40, 48 40, 48
Length of Cut 1/6” - 1 3/10” 1/10” - 1 1/2” 1/10” - 1 1/2” 1/5” - 1” 1/5” - 1”
Sharpening System Forward and Forward Only Forward Only Reverse Only Reverse Only
Reverse
Crop Processor
CP Roll Diameter 9.8” 9.8” 9.8” 8.5” 8.5”
CP Roll Width 29.5” 26.7” 26.7” 24” 25.5”
Speed Differential Optns 10%, 22%, 30%, 30%, 60% 30%, 60% 21%, 42% 21%, 42%
50%
Roll Clearance 1 - 10 mm 1 - 10 mm 1 - 10 mm 1 - 30 mm 1 - 30 mm
Accelerator
Rotor Width 30” 26.8” 26.8” 20” 20”
Spout
Maximum Height 21’ 18’ 4” 18’ 4” 20’ 4” 20’ 4”
Rotation Angle 210° 225° 225° 200° 200°
Transmission
Transmission 4 Range 2 Range 2 Range 2 Range 2 Range
Drivetrain Options 2WD, 4WD 2WD, PRA 2WD, PRA 2WD, PRA 2WD, PRA
Drivetrain Type Mechanical Hydrostatic Hydrostatic Hydrostatic Hydrostatic
Differential Lock Standard Not Available Not Available Optional Optional
Max Speed Standard 25 mph 25 mph 25 mph 18 mph ( 25 Opt) 18 mph ( 25 Opt)
Ground Clearance 22” 13.4” 13.4” Info Not Available Info Not Available

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Competitive Comparison .
FR600 Competitors.
FR600 Claas 950 Deere 7480 Deere 7580 Deere 7780
Engine
Brand / Model FPT Cursor T4 Mercedes JD Power Tech+ JD Power Tech+ JD Power Tech+
13TCD Benz SCR (Tier4A) (Tier4A) (Tier4A)
Displacement 12.9L 16L 13.5L 13.5L 13.5L
Rated Power 544 - 520 580 580
Max Power 591 598 555 625 625
Fuel Tank Capacity (Gal) 322 317 291 291 291
Feeding
# of Feedrolls 4 4 4 4 4
Feedroll Width 33.9” 28.7” 26” 26” 30.7”
Metal Detection System STD - 6 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones
Cutterhead
Type Chevron Chevron Straight Straight Straight
Cutterhead Width 34.8” 29.5” 27” 27” 31.7”
Cutterhead Diameter 28” 24.8” 24” 24” 26”

Knife Configurations 2X8, 2X12 2x6, 2x10, 2x12, 40, 48 40, 48 40, 48
Length of Cut 1/6” - 1 3/10” 1/10” - 1 1/2” 1/5” - 1” 1/5” - 1” 1/5” - 1”
Sharpening System Forward and Forward Only Reverse Only Reverse Only Reverse Only
Reverse
Crop Processor
CP Roll Diameter in. 9.8” 9.8” 8.5” 8.5” 9.5”
CP Roll Width 29.5” 26.7” 24” 24“ 28.25”
Speed Differential Optns 10%, 22%, 30%, 30%, 60% 21%, 42% 21%, 42% 21%, 42%
50%
Roll Clearance 1 - 10 mm 1 - 10 mm 1 - 30 mm 1 - 30 mm 1 - 30 mm
Accelerator
Rotor Width 30” 26.8” 24” 24” 25”
Spout
Maximum Height 21’ 18’ 4” 20’ 4” 20’ 4” 20’ 4”
Rotation Angle 210° 225° 200° 200° 200°
Transmission
Transmission 4 Range 2 Range 2 Range 2 Range 2 Range
Drivetrain Options 2WD, 4WD 2WD, PRA 2WD, PRA 2WD, PRA 2WD, PRA
Drivetrain Type Mechanical Hydrostatic Hydrostatic Hydrostatic Hydrostatic
Differential Lock Standard Not Available Optional Optional Optional
Max Speed Standard 25 mph 25 mph 18 mph ( 25 Opt) 18 mph ( 25 Opt) 18 mph ( 25 Opt)
Ground Clearance 22” 13.4” Info Not Available Info Not Available Info Not Available

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Competitive Comparison .
FR700 Competitors.
FR700 Claas 960 Deere 7780 Krone BigX700
Engine
Brand / Model Caterpillar C18 T4 Mercedes JD Power Tech+ MAN V8 2882
Benz SCR (Tier4A)
Displacement 18L 16L 13.5L 16.16
Rated Power 639 - 580 764
Max Power 685 653 625 775
Fuel Tank Capacity (Gal) 322 317 291 250
Feeding
# of Feedrolls 4 4 4 6
Feedroll Width 33.9” 28.7” 30.7 31.5”
Metal Detection System STD - 6 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones
Cutterhead
Type Chevron Chevron Straight Chevron
Cutterhead Width 34.8” 29.5” 31.7” 31.5”
Cutterhead Diameter 28” 24.8” 26” 26”
Knife Configurations 2X8, 2X12 2x6, 2x10, 2x12, 40, 48 2x10, 2x14, 2x20
Length of Cut 1/6” - 1 3/10” 1/10” - 1 1/2” 1/5” - 1” 1/10” - 1 1/7”
Sharpening System Forward and Forward Only Reverse Only Forward Only
Reverse (From Ground)
Crop Processor
CP Roll Diameter (in) 9.8” 9.8” 9.5” 9.8”
CP Roll Width 29.5” 26.7” 28.25” 25.5”
Speed Differential Optns 10%, 22%, 30%, 30%, 60% 21%, 42% 20%, 30%
50%
Roll Clearance 1 - 10 mm 1 - 10 mm 1 - 30 mm .5 - 10 mm
Accelerator
Rotor Width 30” 26.8” 25” 26”
Spout
Maximum Height 21’ 18’ 4” 20’ 4” 19’ 8”
Rotation Angle 210° 225° 200° 210°
Transmission
Transmission 4 Range 2 Range 2 Range 2 Range
Drivetrain Options 2WD, 4WD 2WD, PRA 2WD, PRA PRA
Drivetrain Type Mechanical Hydrostatic Hydrostatic Hydrostatic
Differential Lock Standard Not Available Optional Not Available
Max Speed Standard 25 mph 25 mph 18 mph ( 25 Opt) 25 mph
Ground Clearance 22” 13.4” Info Not Available 15.3”

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Competitive Comparison .
FR850 Competitors.
FR850 Claas 970 Claas 980 Deere 7980 Krone BigX 850
Engine
Brand / Model FPT Vector 8 T2 MAN T2 MAN Cummins QSK19 MAN V12 D 2862
Displacement 20.1L 16.2L 24.2L 1159 24.24
Rated Power 768 - - 744 825
Max Power 824 775 884 800 850
Fuel Tank Capacity (Gal) 322 357 375 291 250
Feeding
# of Feedrolls 4 4 4 4 6
Feedroll Width 33.9” 28.7” 28.7” 30.7 31.5”
Metal Detection System STD - 6 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones STD - 2 Zones
Cutterhead
Type Chevron Chevron Chevron Straight Chevron
Cutterhead Width 34.8” 29.5” 29.5” 31.7” 31.5”
Cutterhead Diameter 28” 24.8” 24.8” 26” 26”
Knife Configurations 2X8, 2X12 2x6, 2x10, 2x12, 2x6, 2x10, 2x12, 40, 48 2x10, 2x14, 2x20
Length of Cut 1/6” - 1 3/10” 1/10” - 1 1/2” 1/10” - 1 1/2” 1/5” - 1” 1/10” - 1 1/7”
Sharpening System Forward and Forward Only Forward Only Reverse Only Forward Only
Reverse (From Ground)
Crop Processor
CP Roll Diameter 9.8” 9.8” 9.8” 9.5” 9.8”
CP Roll Width 29.5” 26.7” 26.7” 28.25” 25.5”
Speed Differential Optns 10% 22%, 30%, 30%, 60% 30%, 60% 21%, 42% 20%, 30%
50%
Roll Clearance 1 - 10 mm 1 - 10 mm NA 1 - 30 mm .5 - 10 mm
Accelerator
Rotor Width 30” 26.8” 26.8” 25” 26”
Spout
Maximum Height 21” 18’ 4” 18’ 4” 20’ 4” 19’ 8”
Rotation Angle 210° 225° 225° 200° 210°
Transmission
Transmission 4 Range 2 Range 2 Range 2 Range 2 Range
Drivetrain Options 2WD, 4WD 2WD, PRA 2WD, PRA 2WD, PRA PRA
Drivetrain Type Mechanical Hydrostatic Hydrostatic Hydrostatic Hydrostatic
Differential Lock Standard Not Available Not Available Standard Not Available
Max Speed Standard 25 mph 25 mph 25 mph 25 Opt 25 mph
Ground Clearance 22” 13.4” 13.4” Info Not Available 15.3”

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FR Capabilities.
The FR Forage Harvester was designed to quickly and easily adapt to a broad range of conditions and crop types.
Included below is a chart pairing FR models with appropriately sized headers for maximum harvesting performance
FR450/ FR500/ FR600/ FR700/ FR850/ Available Header Key:
FR9040 FR9050 FR9060 FR9080 FR9090 Models X = Compatible
Grass Pickups - = Not Recommended
.. (Too small to utilize unit’s
12.5 ft X X X X X 380FP, 280FP full capabilities)
o = Low Yield Conditions Only
17 ft X X X X X 290FP
(Max is 31227 lbs/acre)
Maize Header * = Not Allowed
(Unit does not meet the HP
6-Row Small Drum X - - - - 450SFI, 420FI requirements)
8-Row Small Drum o X X - - 600SFI, 440FI Some headers may require
8-Row Big Drum o X X - - 600BFI, 450FI additional parts or modification
for use. Please see your
10-Row Small Drum * o X X X 750SFI, 470FI dealer for additional information
10-Row Big Drum * * X X X 750BFI, 480FI
12-Row Small Drum * * o X X 900SFI, 490FI
Combine Maize Header
8-Row Corn Head - X X X X 98D08R
12-Row Corn Head * - X X X 98D12R
8-Row Corn Chopping - X X X X 99C08R
12 Row Corn Chopping * - X X X 99C12R
High-Capacity Grain Header
15 ft X - - - -
17 ft X X X - -
20 ft X X X X - 740CF,
25 ft o X X X X 740CF, 840CD
30 ft * * X X X 740CF, 840CD, 880CF
35 ft * * * X X 740CF, 840CD, 880CF
40 ft * * * * X 840CD, 880CF
45 ft * * * * X 840CD, 880CF
Varifeed ™ Header
17 ft X X X - - 760CG
20 ft X X X X - 760CG
24 ft * X X X X 760CG
Varifeed ™ Header (HD)
16 ft X X - - - 760CG
18 ft X X X - - 760CG
20 ft X X X X - 760CG
22 ft * X X X - 760CG
25 ft * X X X X 760CG
30 ft * * X X X 760CG
35 ft * * X X X 760CG
Willow Header
1 or 2 Row X X X X X 130FB

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Competitive Comparison .
Out Of The Past.

Claas 900 Series

While the Claas 900 series production ended some years ago, a great deal of those units still remain in the market
today. The 900 series proved long ago that it was a resilient unit and it is still proving that point. Still, despite it’s
resilience, many have begun to suffer from the tests of time. They have begun to fall behind their bigger meaner
successors in terms of chopping ability, processing and fuel economy. Some major weaknesses:
• Small engine size, New Holland has expanded it’s power to 824 horsepower.
• Engines have not been optimized, less fuel efficient.
• Crop processor has very limited capacity, well suited for past processing needs but not for today’s.
• Service access is limited, making maintenance difficult.
• Inefficient crop channel must throw crop 37” to accelerator, disrupts flow and reduces feed quality.

Feature Claas New Holland New Holland Advantage

Model Offering 5 Models 367 - 650HP 5 Models 425 - 824HP 900 Claas can’t match NH’s power
Feedrolls 4 Hydrostatically Driven 4 Hydrostatically Driven Claas’s narrower feedrolls compact
crop resulting in inconsistent LOC
Metal Detector STD - 2 Zones STD - 6 Zones Large gaps in Claas metal detection
Cutterhead Size 29.5” X 25” 34.8” X 28” Wider cutting area for consistent LOC
Length of Cut Control Comfort Cut (hyd/mech) Hydroloc Gearbox (hyd) LOC adjustment made from cab
Length of Cut Range 1/10” - 1 5/16” 1/6” - 1 3/10”
Knife Configurations 2 X 10 2 X 8, 2 X 12
Sharpening Forward Only Front and Reverse Sharper knives & knife longevity
CP Size (Diameter/Width) 7.75” / 25” 9.8” / 29.5” More thorough processing
CP Adjustment Manual Adjust Electrohydraulic Adj Convenient adjustment
CP Pulley Options 20% 10%, 22%, 30%, 50% Wider range of processing
Accelerator Open Drum, Fixed Position VariFlow System Improved crop flow in grass
Spout Configuration 19.7’ height @ 210* of travel 21’ Height @ 210* of travel Better range of motion
Transmission 12.5 mph STD (25 OPT) 25 mph STD No additional cost for higher speed
4WD Hydrostatic Suspended PTO Driven Fixed Axle FR has sturdy construction and better
Rear Axle traction.

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Competitive Comparison .
On The Horizon.

Fendt Katana
Since 2006, Agco has been developing a Forage Harvester to be launched under the Fendt brand name. At the
time this training was written, Agco had yet to release this product for US validation. But, the release of this
product to US consumers is expected in the not-so-distant future. Feedback on the unit has been lukewarm;
• Testing has demonstrated poor performance in grass type crops due to inconsistent air flow.
• The unit is very low to the ground, limiting ground clearance and tire choices.
• The unit also demonstrated a high amount of back feeding from the drum.
• High amount of crop accumulation.
Feature Fendt New Holland New Holland Advantage
Model Offering 1 Model @ 653HP 5 Models 425 - 824HP Range More limited horsepower range
Headers (Manufacturer) Kemper Kemper / New Holland
Feedrolls 6 Hydrostatically Driven 4 Hydrostatically Driven Less moving parts
Cutterhead Size 720 X 770 34.8” X 28” More efficient cutting
Knife Configurations 2 X 7, 2 X 14 2 X 8, 2 X 12 Wider LOC choices
Crop Processor 265 mm Manual Adj. 250mm Electrohydraulic Adj. Adjustable from cab
Accelerator Open Drum, Fixed Position VariFlow System Improved crop flow on grass
Spout Configuration 19.7” height @ 210* of travel 21’ Height @ 210* of travel Better range of motion
Tires SM Dia. 650, 710, 800, 900 540, 710, 900 High diameter wheels reduce
compaction and improve traction
4WD Hydrostatic Suspended Mechanical 4WD with FR has sturdy construction and
Rear Axle Differential Lock better traction.
Wheelbase 3250mm 3200mm

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Document Number: HFA-30282-13