Production years
2019-present current-generation Jaguar 900 range
Claas forage harvester ยท 2019-present
Claas Jaguar 900 Forage Harvester
The Claas Jaguar 900 is the flagship self-propelled forage harvester range for very high-output grass and corn silage work. It is a modern 462-925 hp class machine, respected by large dairies and custom operators for capacity, crop flow, and sophisticated chop-quality systems.
Machine type
Self-propelled forage harvester
Engine
Mercedes-Benz or MAN diesel, approximately 462-925 hp depending on 930-990 model and year
Cutterhead/drum width
V-FLEX/V-MAX chopping cylinder with 730 mm crop channel; confirm cylinder specification by model
Claas Jaguar 900 specifications
| Production years | 2019-present current-generation Jaguar 900 range |
|---|---|
| Machine type | Self-propelled forage harvester |
| Engine | Mercedes-Benz or MAN diesel, approximately 462-925 hp depending on 930-990 model and year |
| Cutterhead/drum width | V-FLEX/V-MAX chopping cylinder with 730 mm crop channel; confirm cylinder specification by model |
| Typical headers | PICK UP 300/380 grass pickup; ORBIS 450-900 corn headers, about 6-12 rows equivalent |
| Crops | Grass silage, corn silage, whole-crop cereals |
| Feed/processor | Four feed/compression rolls; MCC SHREDLAGE or conventional kernel processor availability varies by specification |
| Weight | Approximately 15-17 tonnes bare machine, depending on model, tires, 4WD, and options |
What the Jaguar 900 is used for
The Jaguar 900 is built for intensive silage campaigns where a large wagon fleet and substantial acreage justify a high-capacity chopper. It is used with pickup, direct-cut, and row-independent corn headers for grass, whole crop, and corn silage.
Owners value it for high throughput and automation, but it is a complex machine best supported by a capable dealer or experienced in-house maintenance team. It remains especially attractive to custom operators and large dairy or feedlot businesses.
Why the Claas Jaguar 900 stands out
The Jaguar 900 is notable for pairing a wide crop channel with powerful Mercedes-Benz and MAN engines, large header options, and CLAAS chop-quality technology. Well-kept machines have strong working reputations and broad market appeal, although exact desirability depends heavily on processor, header, and service history.
Buying a used Claas Jaguar 900
Inspect the cutterhead knives, shearbar, knife-locking system, feed-roll bearings and crop-channel liners first. Check processor-roll wear and settings, accelerator/blower liners and paddles, driveline gearboxes, engine and emissions-system records, and all header drives; verify hours, software history, and the exact specification with the operator manual or a CLAAS dealer.
Claas Jaguar 900 frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does a Jaguar 900 have?
The current Jaguar 900 range spans roughly 462-925 hp, depending on the exact 930 through 990 model and model year.
What crops can a Jaguar 900 chop?
It is configured for grass silage, corn silage, and whole-crop cereals with the appropriate pickup, direct-cut, or corn header.
Can it be fitted with a kernel processor?
Yes. Conventional and MCC SHREDLAGE processor configurations are available on applicable specifications; confirm the machine's installed processor before purchase.
Specifications are commonly cited figures for general reference; exact figures vary by year and serial number, so confirm against TractorData.com and the machine's records. Values and prices of used forage harvesters vary by condition, use, and region. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.