Claas Jaguar 930 Forage Harvester
The Claas Jaguar 930 is the entry model in the current Jaguar 900 range, with a commonly cited 462 hp output. It is a premium, high-capacity self-propelled forage harvester recognized for clean crop flow, broad header options, and the strong worldwide reputation of the Jaguar platform.
Claas Jaguar 930 specifications
| Production years | 2019-present; an earlier Jaguar 930 version was sold from 2017 to 2019. |
|---|---|
| Machine type | Self-propelled forage harvester |
| Engine | Mercedes-Benz OM470 LA 12.8 L inline-six, commonly cited at 462 hp; confirm rating by year and market. |
| Cutterhead/drum width | 750 mm (29.5 in.) cutterhead width; up to 36 knives, depending on drum specification. |
| Typical headers | 3.0 or 3.5 m grass pickup; ORBIS corn headers up to 10 rows / 7.5 m. |
| Crops | Grass silage, corn silage, whole-crop cereals |
| Feed/processor | Four feed rollers; MCC MAX or equivalent Claas kernel processor available, depending on specification. |
| Weight | About 12.8 metric tons (28,200 lb) without header, plus approximately 1.05 metric tons of base ballast; confirm configuration. |
What the Jaguar 930 is used for
The Jaguar 930 serves dairy, beef, biogas, and custom-harvesting operations that require a serious grass and corn chopper but do not need the largest 900-series engines. It is designed to run grass pickups and multi-row corn headers with predictable, high-quality chop.
Owners value it for its modern cab and controls, strong header ecosystem, and the ability to configure the cutterhead and processor for their crop program. It is especially compelling where a Claas forage specialist is nearby.
Why the Claas Jaguar 930 stands out
The 930 delivers current Jaguar 900-series technology in a 460 hp-class package. Its broad crop channel, large cutterhead, available processor choices, and ability to carry up to a 10-row corn header give it capacity beyond traditional midrange machines while retaining the proven Jaguar operating concept.
Buying a used Claas Jaguar 930
Inspect the cutterhead, knife-locking system, shearbar, automatic sharpening and feed-roll condition first, then examine the processor rolls and engagement hardware. Check accelerator wear, driveline and hydrostatic components, engine cooling and emissions-service records, and all header gearboxes, gathering discs, pickup tines, and header-frame welds. Confirm the exact drum, processor, and engine rating from the serial number and operator manual.
Claas Jaguar 930 frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Jaguar 930 have?
The current Jaguar 930 is commonly cited at 462 hp from a 12.8 L Mercedes-Benz engine. Earlier and regional machines should be verified by serial number.
What corn header can a Jaguar 930 use?
Published configurations include ORBIS corn headers up to 10 rows or 7.5 m, subject to market and machine specification.
Is the Jaguar 930 good for grass as well as corn?
Yes. It is designed for grass pickup work and corn silage, with a processor configuration selected to suit the crop and desired chop quality.
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.