Claas unveils new Arion 570 CMATIC

With growing demand for increasingly powerful yet agile four-cylinder models, Claas says it has responded with the new Arion 570 CMATIC, which encompasses a broad sweep of applications ranging from tillage, drilling and general cultivation work to yard work with or without front loader, transport operations and municipal work. The Arion 570 CMATIC works with a 4.5L Stage V engine, that delivers a maximum output of 180hp without boost, while maximum torque of 730Nm is available at 1,400rpm. 

The Arion 570 CMATIC has a reinforced Dana front axle to match its higher output. In addition, the compact, manoeuvrable four-cylinder is available with Trelleborg VF 710/60R38 tyres on the rear axle and VF 600/60 R28 on the front, a combination which effectively converts engine power to tractive power while protecting the soil. It also benefits from a 50:50 kerb weight distribution. 

Efficient 

The Arion 570 CMATIC works with the latest configuration of the CMATIC continuously variable transmission developed and manufactured by Claas Industrietechnik, which boasts two automatically selected drive modes, active powered zero and a top speed of 40km/hr or 50km/h. This type of transmission has demonstrated its efficiency, resilience and reliability under challenging field conditions in runtimes amounting to over 10,000 operating hours, according to the company. Its optimally coordinated powertrain management is impressive; acceleration, deceleration and direction changing are effortlessly smooth. Furthermore, the transmission software developed in-house maintains a perfect balance between engine speed and transmission ratio at all times, whatever the task, to enable powerful yet efficient work. 

Wheel-loader mode is another standout feature of this CMATIC transmission. When this mode is activated for front loader work, the transmission software uses intelligent torque and engine speed sensor monitoring to prevent the wheels spinning in push mode, for example in the silage clamp or when loading soil or solid manure – exactly like a wheel loader. In addition, precise speed control in the hydrostatic range, especially when stacking straw bales or pallets, ensures greater accuracy and relieves the operator’s workload. What’s more, the automatic engine speed increase triggered by demand for more hydraulic power from the front loader ensures that load cycles are always performed with maximum productivity, says Claas. 

The CEMOS dialogue-based system for optimising the productivity and efficiency of field and grassland work is available as an option. In terms of road travel, the automatic trailer stretch brake provides additional safety, especially when travelling downhill with trailers, as well as when working on slopes with attached implements – such as balers or slurry tanks. When decelerating, the automatic braking system automatically activates the air brakes of the trailer or attached implement as soon as critical thrust forces are exerted on the tractor. The system uses data from sensors in the transmission, which record engine drag torque and thrust in the drive train. 

Standard equipment in the Arion 570 CMATIC includes the ergonomic control armrest with 12” CEBIS terminal and CMOTION drive lever, which keeps the right hand in a relaxed position while providing access to more than 20 functions including cruise control and direction changing, along with tractor speed adjustment in drive lever mode. 

Comfort and safety 

Operator comfort is a priority for Claas and the Arion 570 CMATIC impresses with its quiet cab with four-point suspension and optimally balanced Proactiv front axle suspension. A Premium operator package with leather steering wheel, air conditioning, Premium seat and electrically adjustable and heated rear view mirrors are available as an option. 

The advantageous 50:50 kerb weight distribution – despite a 2.56m wheelbase designed with maximum manoeuvrability in mind – ensures a high degree of suspension comfort without the need for additional ballast as well as ensuring the safe transport of heavy implements and safe and trouble-free use of heavy trailers with a high drawbar load. The front axle is equipped with dry disc brakes as standard to ensure effective, jerk-free deceleration and braking. 

Fully connected 

The Claas CEMIS 1200 terminal with 12” colour screen is available for automatic steering, precision farming and documentation. In addition, every Arion 570, unless otherwise specified, will be automatically connected to the new Claas connect. This enables digital operating manuals, lubricants and wear and spare parts specifically for the machine to be accessed from any end device via Machine connect, as well as the maintenance history and upcoming maintenance work. Moreover, machine performance data and current tractor location can be viewed at any time and licences such as Farm Connect, Fleet connect, and Field connect can be managed effortlessly. If the farm already has a Claas connect ID, the Arion 570 CMATIC is simply added to the existing machine fleet. In the absence of a Claas connect ID, one can be created when the tractor is purchased and used with a free five-year Machine connect licence.