Claas Axion 960
The Claas Axion 960 is a tractor produced by Claas. It is equipped with a 531.5 ci 8.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 433.2 hp / 323.0 kW. Transmission: CMATIC.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 433.2 hp / 323.0 kW
Transmission
CMATIC
Overview
 | 2018 -
Axion 900 SeriesRow-Crop tractor |
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2018 - | |
Axion 900 Series | |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | Claas |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Claas Axion 960 Engine | |
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FPT 8.7L 6-cyl diesel | |
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Claas Axion 960 Transmission | |
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continuously variable transmission | |
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Claas Axion 960 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 433.2 hp
323.0 kW |
Engine (max) | 438.5 hp
327.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Cab standard with air-conditioning. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | load sensing |
Valves | 3 to 8 |
Pump flow | 39.6 gpm
149.9 lpm |
58.1 gpmOptOptional
219.9 lpm | |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | III/IV |
Rear lift (at ends) | 16954 lbs
7690 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
540E/1000 OptOptional | |
1000E/1000 OptOptional | |
Front PTO Type | 1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 124 inches
314 cm |
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References | |
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Axion published in 2020, by Claas |
Engine
Engine Detail — 531.5 ci / 8.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | FPT |
Configuration | turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 531.5 ci
8.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.61x5.31 inches
117 x 135 mm |
Emissions | Tier IV |
Rated Power (gross) | 433.2 hp
323.0 kW |
Maximum Power (gross) | 438.5 hp
327.0 kW |
Torque | 1371.9 lb-ft
1860.3 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Oil change | 600 h |
Claas Axion 960 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission — CMATIC
Transmission | CMATIC |
Type | continuously variable transmission |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Claas Axion 960 Tires |
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Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 124 inches
314 cm |
Length | 226.1 inches
574 cm |
Photos
Claas Axion 960 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Claas Axion 960 based on its 433.2 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁 | Commercial / Field Scale | High horsepower articulated/4WD field plowing. |
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 | 24 to 36 ft Heavy Duty Field Disc7.3 - 11.0 m 超宽重型整地耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Broad-acre grain tillage for high-drawbar tractors. |
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 Axion 960.
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 Axion 960 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Claas Axion 960.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)433.2 hp
Kilowatts (kW)323 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)439.2 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Claas Axion 960
Engine Power:Diesel (gross): 433.2 hp / 323.0 kW
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