Claas Arion 640
The Claas Arion 640 is a tractor produced by Claas. It is equipped with a 414.2 ci 6.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 155 hp / 115.6 kW. Transmission: Hexashift. Operating weight: 13800 lbs 6259 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 155 hp / 115.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
87.2 gal
330.1 L
Transmission
Hexashift
Operating Weight
13800 lbs
6259 kg
Overview
 | 2007 - 2017
Model year 2007-20112012-2017
Arion 600 SeriesRow-Crop tractor
Arion 600 Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Claas |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Claas Arion 640 Engine | |
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John Deere 6.8L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 87.2 gal
330.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Claas Arion 640 Transmission | |
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24-speed partial power shift with power shuttle | |
Transmission details ...  |
Claas Arion 640 Power | |
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Engine | 155 hp
115.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Trailer brakes | pneumatic OptOptional |
Cab standard with air-conditioning. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | load sensing |
Pressure | 2901 psi
200.0 bar |
Valves | 2 to 6 |
Total flow | 29.1 gpm
110.1 lpm |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
540/540E/1000/1000E (optional) | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 111 inches
281 cm |
Weight | 13800 lbs
6259 kg |
Front tire | 16.9R28 |
Rear tire | 20.8R38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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Arion published in 2007, by New Rules - The Arion By Claas | |
Arion published in 2010, by Claas |
Engine
Engine Detail — 414.2 ci / 6.8 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Configuration | turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder 24-valve, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 414.2 ci
6.8 L |
Emissions | Tier 3 |
Power | 155 hp
115.6 kW |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 484.6 lb-ft
657.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1650 |
Starter type | electric |
Oil change | 500 h |
Transmission
Transmission — Hexashift
Transmission | Hexashift |
Type | partial power shift with power shuttle |
Gears | 24 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Claas Arion 640 Tires | |
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Ag front | 16.9R28 |
Ag rear | 20.8R38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 111 inches
281 cm |
Length | 203 inches
515 cm |
Height (cab) | 118.4 inches
300 cm |
Ground clearance | 19.7 inches
50 cm |
Claas Arion 640 Weight | |
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Operating | 13800 lbs
6259 kg |
Ballasted | 15903 lbs
7213 kg |
Max capacity | 20390 lbs
9248 kg |
24250 lbs (40 kph version)
10999 kg | |
Photos
Claas Arion 640, front view.
Claas Arion 640, left side.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Claas Arion 640 based on its 155 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm) | Commercial / Field Scale | Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼 | Commercial / Field Scale | Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机 | Commercial / Field Scale | Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m) | Commercial / Field Scale | High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO). |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Claas Arion 640.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.8 hrs
Approximately 10.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (87.2 gal / 330.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~8.1 gal/hr (30.5 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Claas Arion 640 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Claas Arion 640.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)155 hp
Kilowatts (kW)115.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)157.1 PS
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