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Comparison · Combine harvester

CLAAS LEXION 8900 vs New Holland CR10.90

The CLAAS LEXION 8900 has about 17% more engine power (581 kW (779 hp) vs 498 kW (668 hp)).

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

CLAAS LEXION 8900 combine harvesting wheat
CLAAS CLAAS LEXION 8900
New Holland CR twin-rotor combine harvester (CR960 pictured)
New Holland New Holland CR10.90
Operating weight ——
Engine power 581 kW (779 hp)498 kW (668 hp)
Engine power ≈581 kW (790 hp)—
Engine MAN 16.2 LFPT Cursor 16
Threshing system APS SYNFLOW HYBRIDTwin Rotor
Grain tank up to ≈18,000 L (510 bu)up to ≈20,000 L (570 bu)
Running gear Wheels or TERRA TRAC—
Max. engine power —≈480–515 kW (650–700 hp), by market
Strengths
  • + Massive capacity
  • + Hybrid system preserves straw quality
  • + CEMOS AUTOMATIC self-optimisation
  • + Very high capacity
  • + Gentle twin-rotor threshing
  • + Huge grain tank
Watch-outs
  • − Very expensive
  • − Large transport dimensions
  • − Large, expensive machine
Full LEXION 8900 reviewFull CR10.90 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.