In order to achieve an even, consistent swath for high-output foragers and balers, Claas has introduced a new rake, the Liner 3600, on which the working width can be adjusted from 9.90m up to 12.50m, but is designed so that it’s compact to transport on the road.
The Liner 3600 succeeds the Liner 3500 and uses well tried-and-tested components from the rest of the Liner range, including the continuously lubricated and hermetically sealed cam track. Each of the tine arms has four dual tines, which are secured using the Profix quick-change system.
For accurate ground following and to avoid crop contamination, each rotor is equipped with a large four-wheel chassis. In addition, the contour wheels are positioned extremely close to the tines, so that the rotor can accurately follow ground contours.
The Liner 3600 is controlled using the new Operator control terminal or the Communicator II. Using these terminals, the delay between the front and rear rotors lifting or lowering can be easily set, and the Liner 3600 also has an optional load-sensing system. Alternatively, the Liner 3600 can be controlled using an Isobus cable via an Isobus-compatible control terminal.
Between fields, the new running gear on the Liner 3600 is designed so that transport height remains at less than 4.00m, allowing it to be safely transported down the road without having to remove any tine arms. If necessary, the transport height or ground clearance can also be simply adjusted while on the move, without needing to the use the control terminal. The new running gear also makes it possible to fit large-volume, ground-protecting 620/40R22.5 tyres and still keep the machine within 3.00m wide for transport.
While its low centre of gravity ensures that the new Liner 3600 can be quickly and safely transported on the road, this also has the advantage of ensuring that it’s safe to use on hills.
For more information visit: www.claas.co.uk.
