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Case IH Axial-Flow 9250 vs CLAAS LEXION 8900

The CLAAS LEXION 8900 has about 23% more engine power (581 kW (779 hp) vs 473 kW (634 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Case IH and CLAAS in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Case IH Axial-Flow combine harvesting barley
Case IH Case IH Axial-Flow 9250
CLAAS LEXION 8900 combine harvesting wheat
CLAAS CLAAS LEXION 8900
Operating weight ——
Engine power 473 kW (634 hp)581 kW (779 hp)
Max. engine power ≈473 kW (634 hp)—
Engine FPT Cursor 16MAN 16.2 L
Threshing system Single rotorAPS SYNFLOW HYBRID
Grain tank ≈14,100 L (400 bu)up to ≈18,000 L (510 bu)
Engine power —≈581 kW (790 hp)
Running gear —Wheels or TERRA TRAC
Strengths
  • + Gentle threshing with excellent grain quality
  • + Harvest Command automation
  • + Simple design with fewer moving parts
  • + Massive capacity
  • + Hybrid system preserves straw quality
  • + CEMOS AUTOMATIC self-optimisation
Watch-outs
  • − Straw quality lower than walker combines
  • − Very expensive
  • − Large transport dimensions
Full Axial-Flow 9250 reviewFull LEXION 8900 review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.