Production years
2007-2011
Claas forage harvester ยท 2007-2011
Claas Jaguar 960 Forage Harvester
The Claas Jaguar 960 was a high-output self-propelled forage harvester in the 2007-2011 Jaguar generation. With roughly 600 hp in commonly cited specifications, it is known as a capable large-acreage grass and corn chopper with the established Jaguar crop-flow layout.
Machine type
Self-propelled forage harvester
Engine
Mercedes-Benz V8 diesel, commonly cited at about 598 hp; confirm rating by year and market
Cutterhead/drum width
Approximately 750 mm (29.5 in) cutterhead width; confirm drum arrangement by serial number
Claas Jaguar 960 specifications
| Production years | 2007-2011 |
|---|---|
| Machine type | Self-propelled forage harvester |
| Engine | Mercedes-Benz V8 diesel, commonly cited at about 598 hp; confirm rating by year and market |
| Cutterhead/drum width | Approximately 750 mm (29.5 in) cutterhead width; confirm drum arrangement by serial number |
| Typical headers | About 3.0-3.8 m grass pickup; ORBIS corn headers around 6-10 rows equivalent |
| Crops | Grass silage, corn silage, whole-crop cereals |
| Feed/processor | Multi-roll feed system; kernel processor available for corn |
| Weight | Approximately 13.5-15 tonnes without header, depending on configuration |
What the Jaguar 960 is used for
The Jaguar 960 was designed for professional silage harvesting where a large grass pickup or corn header must be kept full for long days. It suits custom operators and larger dairy businesses with enough haulage capacity to use its output.
Today, it remains valued as a powerful used machine when its crop channel, processor, and driveline have been maintained properly. Header compatibility and local CLAAS parts support matter greatly in the buying decision.
Why the Claas Jaguar 960 stands out
This model sits in the upper-output end of its Jaguar generation and is notable for its strong capacity in corn as well as grass. Its reputation rests on productive crop flow and chop quality, but condition is more important than headline horsepower on an older chopper.
Buying a used Claas Jaguar 960
Check knife and shearbar condition, cutterhead balance, feed-roll wear, metal-detector operation, and all crop-channel liners. Measure kernel-processor roll condition, inspect accelerator and spout wear, examine hydrostatic and gearbox service records, and assess engine hours, cooling package, and header drive condition before committing.
Claas Jaguar 960 frequently asked questions
How much power does a Jaguar 960 have?
A commonly cited figure for the 2007-2011 Jaguar 960 is about 598 hp from a Mercedes-Benz engine, but ratings can vary by market and year.
Is the Jaguar 960 suitable for corn silage?
Yes. With a suitable ORBIS-style corn header and kernel processor, it was designed for high-output corn silage harvesting.
What is the main used-machine concern?
The highest-cost checks are cutterhead and feed-system wear, processor-roll condition, accelerator wear, driveline condition, and documented engine service.
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.