Claas Mega 218 ('93) vs John Deere W 550 - compare
Compare combine harvesters: Claas Mega 218 ('93) vs John Deere W 550
Claas Mega 218 ('93) vs John Deere W 550 compare - general information
| Specs | Claas Mega 218 ('93) | John Deere W 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Claas | John Deere |
| Model | Mega 218 ('93) | W 550 |
| Years | from 1993 to 1999 y. | from 2007 |
| Reviews | Claas Mega 218 ('93) reviews New! | John Deere W 550 reviews New! |
Claas Mega 218 ('93) vs John Deere W 550 - engine
| Specs | Claas Mega 218 ('93) | John Deere W 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | John Deere |
| Engine type (model / version) | OM 441 A | PowerTECH PVX 6068HZ482 |
| Engine capacity | 10965 cm3 (11 l.) | 6788 cm3 (6,8 l.) |
| Cylinders, qty | 6 | 6 |
| Turbocharging | available | available |
| Power (kW/HP) | 199 kW / 270 KM | 213 kW / 290 KM |
| Engine fuel tank | 500 l. | 800 l. |
| AdBlue tank | none | none |
Claas Mega 218 ('93) vs John Deere W 550 - header
| Specs | Claas Mega 218 ('93) | John Deere W 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Header width (working) | 660 cm | 550 cm |
| Alternative widths | 600 cm | 430 – 610 cm |
| Automatic header height mode | available | available |
| Header tilt systems | available | available |
| Header tilt adjustment (longitudinal tilt / crossfall) | none | optional |
| Reel diameter | n.d. | 110 cm |
| Reel speed adjustment | electric engine | electric engine |
| Header reverser / Reel reverse feature | hydraulics | hydraulics |
Claas Mega 218 ('93) vs John Deere W 550 - threshing mechanism
| Specs | Claas Mega 218 ('93) | John Deere W 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Diameter of cylinder threshing mechanism | 45 cm | 66 cm |
| Width of cylinder threshing mechanism | 158 cm | 140 cm |
| Secondary threshing cylinder | available | available |
| Diameter of secondary cylinder | 45 cm | 45 cm |
Claas Mega 218 ('93) vs John Deere W 550 - straw walkers
| Specs | Claas Mega 218 ('93) | John Deere W 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Straw walkers, qty | 6 straw walkers | 5 straw walkers |
| Straw walkers area | 7,7 m2 | 6,4 m2 |
| Straw walkers length | 440 cm | 460 cm |
Claas Mega 218 ('93) vs John Deere W 550 - sieves
| Specs | Claas Mega 218 ('93) | John Deere W 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Upper sieve area | n.d. | n.d. |
| Lower sieve area | 2,35 m2 | 2,08 m2 |
| Total screening area screening area covered by fan |
5,65 m2 | 4,84 m2 |
| Lower sieve type | adjustable | adjustable |
Claas Mega 218 ('93) vs John Deere W 550 - performance
| Performance | Claas Mega 218 ('93) | John Deere W 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Unloading speed | n.d. | n.d. |
| Grain tank capacity | n.d. | n.d. |
| Max. speed | 24 km/h | 25 km/h |
| Grain loss indicator | available | available |
Claas Mega 218 ('93) vs John Deere W 550 - transmission
| Specs | Claas Mega 218 ('93) | John Deere W 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | hydraulic transmission | hydraulic transmission |
| Forward gears | 3 | 3 |
Claas Mega 218 ('93) vs John Deere W 550 - brakes
| Specs | Claas Mega 218 ('93) | John Deere W 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | hydraulics, drum brakes | hydraulics, disc brakes |
Claas Mega 218 ('93) vs John Deere W 550 - dimensions
| Specs | Claas Mega 218 ('93) | John Deere W 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Length (with header) | n.d. | 9,2 m |
| Width (with header) | n.d. | 5,89 m |
| Width (without header) | n.d. | 3,5 m |
| Height (with cab) | n.d. | 3,98 m |
| Height (without cab) | n.d. | n.d. |
| Total weight (with cab) | n.d. | 13500 kg |
| Total weight (without cab) | n.d. | n.d. |
| Total weight (with header) | 11060 kg | 12580 kg |
| Front tyres (drive wheels) | 24,5R32 | 800/65R32 |
| Rear tyres (turning wheels) | 500/60-22,5 | 480/80R26 |
| Alternative front tyres | n.d. | 650/70R32 |
| Alternative rear tyres | n.d. | 540/65R28 |
Claas Mega 218 ('93) vs John Deere W 550 - heating
| Specs | Claas Mega 218 ('93) | John Deere W 550 |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning | with air conditioning | with air conditioning |
| Heating | without heating | with heating |