Compare/Claas Arion 420 vs Claas Elios 340

Claas Arion 420 vs Claas Elios 340

Verdict: Claas Arion 420 vs Claas Elios 340

The Claas Arion 420 and the Claas Elios 340 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Claas Arion 420 leads on rated power with 100 hp against 98 hp. Claas Elios 340 is the lighter machine (3,635 kg vs 4,898 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Claas Arion 420 holds more fuel (174.9 L vs 104.8 L) for longer stints between fills. Claas Elios 340 is the newer design (2023 vs 2009). In short: choose the Claas Arion 420 for outright pulling power, or the Claas Elios 340 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs

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Rated power

100 hp

98 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

ClaasReference

CarraroReference

Four power shift gears in four power shift ranges. Power shuttle shifting. Quadractiv, optional on CIS models, allows for automated gear shifting.Reference

liquid-cooledReference

Differential lock

electro-hydraulicReference

electro-hydraulic front and rearReference

Distributor

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ClaasReference

Trailer brakes

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hydraulicReference

Variants

420 CIS

Claas information systemReference

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Engine

Fuel tank

174.9 LReference

104.8 LReference

Engine (net)

74.6 kWReference

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Displacement

4.5 LReference

3.6 LReference

Bore/Stroke

106 x 127 mmReference

102 x 110 mmReference

Rated Power (net)

74.6 kWReference

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Maximum Power (net)

78.3 kWReference

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Rated RPM

2200Reference

2300Reference

Torque

465.1 NmReference

405.4 NmReference

Torque RPM

1650Reference

1500Reference

Starter type

electricReference

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Oil change

500 hReference

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Exhaust fluid (DEF)

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9.8 LReference

Engine (gross)

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73.1 kWReference

Engine (max)

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76.8 kWReference

Rated Power (gross)

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73.1 kWReference

Maximum Power (gross)

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76.8 kWReference

Starter

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electricReference

Starter volts

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12Reference

Transmission

QuadrishiftReference

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Gears

16 forward and reverseReference

30 forward and 15 reverseReference

PTO & Hydraulics

Type

power shiftReference

two-speed power shiftReference

Pressure

195.0 barReference

190.0 barReference

Rear valves

2 to 4Reference

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Pump flow

98.0 lpmReference

87.1 lpmReference

Rear PTO

independentReference

Clutch

wet discReference

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Rear PTO Type

540/540E/1000/1000EReference

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

Valves

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2 or 3Reference

Total flow

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113.9 lpmReference

Steering flow

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26.9 lpmReference

Rear Type

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IIReference

Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)

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2330 kgReference

Front Hitch

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IIReference

Front PTO

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independentReference

Front PTO Type

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1000Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

256 cmReference

228 cmReference

Weight

4898 kgReference

3635 kgReference

Front tire

14.9R24Reference

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Rear tire

18.4R34Reference

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Standard tires (ag)

Front: 14.9R24. Rear: 18.4R34Reference

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Length

444 cmReference

404 cmReference

Height

276 cmReference

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Max weight

8799 kgReference

5200 kgReference

Clearance (front axle)

46 cmReference

34 cmReference

Clearance (rear axle)

45 cmReference

46 cmReference

Width

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164 cmReference

Height (cab)

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262 cmReference

Claas Arion 420 attachments

Attachment overview

Electrical

Ground

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negativeReference

Charging system

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alternatorReference

Battery volts

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12Reference

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.