CLAAS LEXION 8600 vs John Deere S780.
Never willing to rest on our laurels, CLAAS recently conducted two small-grains competitive comparisons in Alberta, Canada, between the LEXION 8600 and the John Deere S780. This evaluation captured performance data on the two class-eight machines in order to evaluate productivity, fuel consumption, and grain loss in both canola and wheat.
Both machines were tested under identical conditions: the same day, the same field, and with fuel tanks filled prior to harvesting. Loss measurements were taken in chopping mode, calculated in grams using Bushel Plus blowers and exact scales.
Two distinct comparisons were performed, one in wheat and another in canola. In both comparisons, the CLAAS LEXION 8600 outperformed the John Deere S780, showcasing significant advantages in several key areas.
In both canola and wheat, the CLAAS LEXION 8600 demonstrated an impressive 20% increase in harvested acres per hour, ensuring exceptional productivity without compromising the quality of the grain. Additionally, the LEXION 8600 consumed substantially less fuel compared to its John Deere counterpart. In fact, when harvesting canola with the CLAAS SWATH UP 450 header, fuel consumption of the LEXION was 45% less than its John Deere counterpart.
The LEXION 8600's advanced ability to adjust the threshing and separation speeds independently allowed for more precise settings tailored to specific crops and conditions. The comparison revealed that in canola the LEXION 8600 experienced 42% less grain loss than the John Deere S780.
These numbers translate into significant benefits for farmers. The enhanced efficiency and productivity of the CLAAS LEXION 8600 offer substantial time savings, fuel savings, and a notable increase in profit. Extrapolated over a 2,000-acre farm, producers could expect to save up to $18,896.53 in canola or $15,828.50 in wheat per season.
LEXION 8600 Canola Advantage
LEXION 8600 Wheat Advantage
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