Claas has extended its range of agricultural tractors with the addition of the Axos 3 series. With a maximum height to the upper edge of the roof of just 2.5m, these compact tractors are positioned between the Arion 400 and the Axos 200. Compact tractors in the under-120hp performance class spend a good 40 per cent of their operating hours handling materials and working around the yard. But they must also be capable of mastering field and grassland work.
According to Claas, the new Axos 3 from Claas can do this. With four models, it is positioned between the Arion 400 and Axos 200; as well as bearing the same DNA as the earlier Axos 300 and Celtis 300.
The Axos 3 is powered by the fuel-efficient yet lively 3.6L four-cylinder Fiat Powertrain (FPT) engine with modern Stage V exhaust gas aftertreatment. The four Axos 3 models have outputs of 92hp, 103hp, 112hp and 120hp with maximum torques from 366Nm to 466Nm at a low 1,500rpm. The engine block and radiator panels – highly rated for their performance and reliability – are familiar from the Nexos 200 and Axos 200. Their widespread use in the Claas tractor programme means that spare parts availability and service capabilities are a given.
The fuel tank holds 160L – enough for long, hard working days. Furthermore, these tractors are approved to run on hydrotreated vegetable oils (HVOs), enabling their carbon footprint to be significantly reduced. Two engine speeds can be saved by the operator and applied at the press of a button as required.
To transfer power to the ground effectively while protecting the soil, the Axos 3 can be fitted with large rear tyres with an external diameter of up to 1.6m (420/85 R38 or 540/65 R 38). Large front wheels guarantee maximum efficiency in four-wheel drive mode and precise manoeuvrability even on difficult terrain and when using heavy implements.
