Claas adds new Cerex 700 to baler range

The new Cerex 700 RC variable chamber baler range features a 1,000 rpm PTO drive, five-row HD Multiflow pick-up and spiral feed rotor. The new bale chamber range works with two endless HD belts with continuous cleaning and a hydraulic system with a new clamping arm cylinder for maximum baling force. The pressure control is set and controlled via the IsoBus terminal. A sensor on each endless HD belt for continuous bale shape control guarantees a perfect bale shape. With the new bale chamber, bale diameters from 0.90 to 1.60m (Cerex 760 RC) or 0.90 to 1.83m (Cerex 780 RC) can be realised. A soft core function comes as standard and enables targeted baling pressure and quality control. The latest generation Multiflow HD pickup has a working width of 2.10m. It features removable strippers (bands) made of durable plastic, with quick and easy access for maintenance work.

Spiral rotor

Behind the pick-up of the Cerex, the crop is transferred to the bale chamber by the heavy-duty Roto Cut feed rotor with 8mm thick, spirally arranged double tines made of double-hardened boron steel. Four rows of tines feed the crop through the 25-blade cutting rotor with a theoretical length of cut of 44mm. The knife groups (25/13/12/0) are switched electro-hydraulically on the machine. All knives are individually secured and can be swivelled in and out hydraulically via the IsoBus terminal.

The visual and acoustic early warning system enables the operator to work as close as possible to the maximum throughput of the baler and proactively reduce the driving speed when the amount of forage increases. The Cerex range is driven by a new HD split drive designed for up to 216hp input power with 1,000 rpm and split power distribution from the main gearbox. The left strand goes to the drive for the bale chamber, while the right strand drives the cutting rotor via a duplex chain. Claas says this type of drive allows the transmission of higher torques. Tyres up to 620/50-22.5 can be fitted. The Cerex range comes with an IsoBus Cemis 700 terminal with a seven-inch colour display with touch function. Alternatively, the round baler can be operated via other suitable IsoBus terminals.