First-Of-Its-Kind Xerion Tractor

First-Of-Its-Kind Xerion Tractor TRACTORS New Tractors 20-1-24 One of the most talked about tractors in Europe is not even on the market yet - Claas's 4-WD, bi-directional "Xerion". The first prototype was developed in 1993. Commercial production is expected later this year. A wide range of machinery can be mounted on the tractor's flatbed frame including sugar beet harvesters, liquid manure tanks, power harrow-drill combinations, and spray tanks. Maximum payload is 20 tons. The cab can be mounted in three different positions - center rear, center front, and front offset. The cab can be rotated to face forward or backward. The operator can select from four different transmission modes on the new-style transmission (see story on next page) and there are four pto's - two at the rear, one in the center and one at the front. Other features include four-wheel steer, four-wheel crab, or four wheel opposite. Joystick steering of the rear axle is possible. Sells for $145,000. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Claas O.H.G., P.O. Box 1140, 33426 Harsewinkel, Germany.

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