Carried over from the previous version, in addition to the standard cab there is the option of either a low profile cab or the unique panoramic version which provides unrestricted visibility over a loader over its full lift arc. There is still the option of either a 16/16 Quadrishift, which is standard in the Arion 410/420, or the 24×24 Hexashift in the Arion 430 and above, and as before both the loader and the main tractor functions are all controlled using the multifunction control lever.
The Arion 400 combines the benefits of a long wheelbase of 2.49m or 2.53m dependent on model, with a short overall length, and the total gross vehicle weight has been increased to 9.0 tonnes, permitting payloads of up to 3.8 tonnes.
More Power
Under the newly designed bonnet, all models are powered by 4.5 l four-cylinder Fiat Powertrain engines which incorporate the latest 4-valve technology and turbochargers with intercooling. Turbochargers from the ARION 430 upwards are also fitted with a wastegate. The Stage V aftertreatment system cleans the exhaust gases using an effective combination of SCRoF technology (Selected Catalytic Reduction on Filter) and a diesel oxidation catalytic converter (DOC). This means that the engines not only run cleanly, but are still highly efficient, with low diesel and low AdBlue consumption. Torque has also been increased by 8%, which is available across a wide power band.
A new feature on all models from the 115hp Arion 440 and above is Claas Power Management (CPM) which gives a further 10hp power boost for PTO and transport work, which means that with CPM, the new flagship Arion 470 has a maximum power output of 155hp from its 4-cylinder engine. This, combined with its greater hydraulic power, gives the Arion 470 a combination of engine and hydraulic power that is unrivalled in the market.
Better Hydraulics
In addition to greater engine power, hydraulic power has also been increased. A new load sensing pump is now available on CIS and CIS+ models that delivers a 150 l/min hydraulic output, ensuring more than enough power for loader work, in addition to a 110 l/min pump as before. This is fitted as standard on the ARION 470 and available as an option on all other models. Even at a fuel-saving 1600 rpm, it delivers an output of 110 l/min. With two open-centre hydraulic circuits delivering 60 and 100 l/min, this gives the option of four different pump systems to suit a wide range of applications. Both load sensing versions also offer increased lift capacity at the rear of 6.25 t, an increase of 500kg on previous models.
Again as previously, the fully integrated front linkage and factory-fitted front loaders can be conveniently controlled by the multifunction control lever, with the option of controlling the front loader by Electropilot or Flexpilot. However, the responsiveness of the Electropilot can now be adjusted to suit the driver. And the new automatic front loader detection system saves having to manually switch hydraulic functions.
Proactiv front axle suspension, mechanical two-point cab suspension and various seating options are available to further increase driver comfort. Both the front and rear linkage and the Claas front loaders are also equipped with vibration damping.
Just like its predecessors, the new Arion 400 can be configured in diverse ways to suit customer requirements and applications.
