New Claas Disco Move mower on show at Agfest

NEW Claas Disco Move 3600 and 3200 mowers can really shake their stuff.

Tough customer: Claas Disco Move mowers are designed to work efficiently in the roughest of paddocks.

NEW Claas Disco Move 3600 and 3200 mowers can really shake their stuff.

An impressive “give” of up to 1m vertically and 30 degrees laterally allows the machines to work with optimal efficiency and safety in the roughest paddocks.

Available with mowing widths of 3.4m and 3m respectively, the new configurations feature a highly manoeuvrable headstock that allows the mower to move independently from the tractor front linkage.

Tasmanian Claas Harvest Centre manager Barry Whyte said the high-performance specification should find appeal with contractors.

“Move has 600mm of travel up and 400mm down, making it ideal for uneven fields,” Mr Whyte said.

“The mower can also pivot up to 30 degrees laterally, further improving its ability to follow contours or swing backwards to avoid obstacles.”

The headstock includes proven features found on existing Disco models, including Active Float integrated hydraulic suspension and the low pivot point from the Profil range. Active Float eliminates the need for suspension spring coupling points on the tractor.

The suspension pressure can be adjusted during operation using a single-­acting hydraulic service.

The headstock can be coupled either directly to the tractor front linkage or using an A-frame.

“The handy adjustment guide allows you to set the front link arms at the right height from the tractor cab,” Mr Whyte said.

“The front linkage now remains fixed during operation, with the mower raised and lowered via integrated hydraulics.”

Mr Whyte said the Kennfixx hydraulic couplings, which are fitted as standard, could be run on the left- or right-hand side of the headstock to suit the tractor.

“Likewise, the suspension pressure gauge can be mounted on either side for optimum visibility.”

The drive shafts are low-maintenance, with universal joints that only need lubricating every 250 hours.

The Disco Move 3600 and 3200 unit can be configured as a mower only or with a tine conditioner or roller conditioner.

Other options include hydraulic side covers, foldable lights and warning panel and double wide angle mirrors for improved visibility on the road.

Both units incorporate the award-winning Max Cut cutterbar.

Pressed from a single piece of steel, the unique wave-shaped design enables the cutting discs to be placed ­further forwards, improving cutting quality in all conditions.

“The special shape of the skids and the large channel between them provides a high degree of self-cleaning,” Mr Whyte said. “The bolted design of the mower bed and permanent lubrication of all drive components simplify maintenance and guarantee dimensional stability and longevity.”

Claas Disco Move mowers will be available via the Claas Harvest Centre network this year.