Compare/Claas Nectis 257 vs Claas Nexos 230

Claas Nectis 257 vs Claas Nexos 230

Verdict: Claas Nectis 257 vs Claas Nexos 230

The Claas Nectis 257 and the Claas Nexos 230 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Claas Nectis 257 leads on rated power with 90 hp against 88 hp. Claas Nexos 230 is the lighter machine (5,721 kg vs 6,196 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Claas Nexos 230 holds more fuel (74.9 L vs 68.1 L) for longer stints between fills. Claas Nexos 230 is the newer design (2019 vs 2004). In short: choose the Claas Nectis 257 for outright pulling power, or the Claas Nexos 230 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Rated power

90 hp

88 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

ClaasReference

CarraroReference

Drive

4x4 MFWD 4WD optionalReference

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Steering

hydrostatic powerReference

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Distributor

—

ClaasReference

Differential lock

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electro-hydraulic front and rearReference

Trailer brakes

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hydraulicReference

Engine

4-cylinderReference

liquid-cooledReference

Fuel tank

68.1 LReference

74.9 LReference

Engine

67.1 kWReference

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Displacement

4.5 LReference

3.2 LReference

Bore/Stroke

104 x 132 mmReference

99 x 104 mmReference

Power

67.1 kWReference

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Rated RPM

2300Reference

Torque

366.1 NmReference

349.8 NmReference

Torque RPM

1400Reference

1300Reference

Engine (gross)

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65.6 kWReference

Rated Power (gross)

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65.6 kWReference

Starter

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electricReference

Starter volts

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12Reference

Transmission

Gears

24 forward and reverseReference

24 forward and 12 reverseReference

PTO & Hydraulics

Total flow

48.1 lpmReference

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Rear lift

3140 kgReference

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Rear PTO Type

540/750/groundReference

540/1000 (1.375)Reference

Type

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power shuttleReference

Pressure

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190.0 barReference

Valves

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2 to 4Reference

Pump flow

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85.2 lpmReference

Steering flow

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26.1 lpmReference

Rear Type

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IIReference

FB Rear lift (at ends)

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1730 kgReference

VE Rear lift (at ends)

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1730 kgReference

F Rear lift (at ends)

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2160 kgReference

VL Rear lift (at ends)

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2160 kgReference

Rear PTO

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independentReference

Front PTO

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independentReference

Front PTO Type

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1000Reference

Dimensions

Wheelbase

218 cmReference

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Weight

2960 kgReference

5721 to 6900 poundsReference

Front tire

6.50-16Reference

320/70R20Reference

Rear tire

14.9R28Reference

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Ag front

280/70R20Reference

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Ag rear

14.9R28Reference

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Length

414 cmReference

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Height

241 cmReference

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F Wheelbase

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207 cmReference

FB Wheelbase

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207 cmReference

VL Wheelbase

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209 cmReference

VE Wheelbase

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209 cmReference

F Rear tire

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14.9R28Reference

F Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 320/70R20. Rear: 14.9R28Reference

FB Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 260/70R16. Rear: 380/70R20Reference

VL Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 7.50R18. Rear: 14.9R28Reference

2WD VE Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 12.4R28Reference

VE 4WD Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 7.50R16. Rear: 13.6R28Reference

F Length

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399 cmReference

FB Length

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386 cmReference

VL Length

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399 cmReference

VE Length

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399 cmReference

VE ROPS Width

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100 cmReference

VL ROPS Width

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125 cmReference

FB Width

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141 cmReference

F ROPS Width

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145 cmReference

VE Cab Width

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107 cmReference

VL Cab Width

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129 cmReference

F Cab Width

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148 cmReference

F Clearance (front axle)

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29 cmReference

FB Clearance (front axle)

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23 cmReference

VL Clearance (front axle)

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30 cmReference

VE Clearance (front axle)

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27 cmReference

F Clearance (rear axle)

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35 cmReference

FB Clearance (rear axle)

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21 cmReference

VL Clearance (rear axle)

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33 cmReference

VE Clearance (rear axle)

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29 cmReference

F ROPS

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247 cmReference

F Cab

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232 cmReference

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2595 kgReference

VL ROPS

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245 cmReference

VL Cab

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230 cmReference

VE ROPS

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243 cmReference

VE Cab

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228 cmReference

Electrical

Ground

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negativeReference

Charging system

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alternatorReference

Battery volts

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12Reference

Capacities

VE Max capacity

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4100 kgReference

FB Max capacity

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4199 kgReference

F Max capacity

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4399 kgReference

VL Max capacity

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4399 kgReference

Claas Nexos 230 Height

FB ROPS

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239 cmReference

F Height (Folded ROPS)

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148 cmReference

FB Height (Folded ROPS)

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124 cmReference

VL Height (Folded ROPS)

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146 cmReference

VE Height (Folded ROPS)

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144 cmReference

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.