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Claas 696 vs Zetor Proxima Power 115
Specification differential, power-to-weight analysis, hydraulic benchmarks, and equipment decision guidance.
Claas 696
Category: Farm
Zetor Proxima Power 115
Category: Farm
Decisive Performance Differentials
- Claas 696 provides +5,933 lbs more unballasted traction mass
- Claas 696 provides +11.9 gpm higher base hydraulic flow (+90.2%)
Multi-Axis Capability Radar
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Dual Field Action & Powertrain Sound
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Head-to-Head Specification Differential
Side-by-side technical parameters with calculated delta advantage & percent differentials
| Specification | Claas 696 | Zetor Proxima Power 115 | Advantage Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power & Output | |||
Rated Engine Horsepower | 146 HP | 110 HP | - |
Traction Density Ratio | 9.9 HP/1k lbs | 12.5 HP/1k lbs | 12.5 vs 9.9 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |||
Base Operating Weight | 14,751 lbs | 8,818 lbs | +67.3%+5,933 lbs heavier |
| Engine Specs | |||
Displacement | 6.8 L | 4.2 L | +2.6L larger displacement |
Cylinders | 6 Cylinders | 4 Cylinders | - |
| Hydraulics & Implements | |||
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow | 25.1 gpm | 13.2 gpm | +90.2%+11.9 gpm flow |
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard) | Optional / Standard | 3 Valves | - |
3-Point Hitch Category | Standard Hitch | Category II/I | - |
| Chassis & Drivetrain | |||
Drive Configuration | 4WD | 4WD | - |
Transmission System | Mechanical / PowerShift | three-speed power shift | - |
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Operational Field Verdict Matrix
Algorithmic suitability assessment cross-referencing Nebraska draft tests against four agricultural workloads.
Primary Tillage & Deep Chisel Plowing
Claas delivers higher base frame ballast (+5,933 lbs) to minimize tire wheel slip under deep draft implement drag.
Large-Scale Air Seeding & Hydraulic Drills
Claas offers continuous high-capacity hydraulic flow (25.1 gpm, +11.9 gpm advantage), effortlessly sustaining fan motors and down-pressure circuits simultaneously.
Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty
Zetor Proxima Power 115 offers superior 12.47 HP/1,000 lb agility, reducing road fuel overhead on rapid grain bin transit cycles.
Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation
Zetor Proxima Power 115 features a lighter footprint (-5,933 lbs), mitigating subsoil compaction and preserving soil porosity.
Select Claas 696 for superior tractive frame ballast and engine power reserves and hydraulic flow capacity across evaluated field tasks.
Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict
Claas 696 holds the specification advantage across verified metrics, led by higher rated horsepower. For heavy field draft tasks, evaluate 696; for operations sensitive to operating costs or implement compatibility, Zetor Proxima Power 115 remains a direct benchmark contender.
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*Indicative estimates based on standard Tier-1 agricultural commercial rates. Taxes, freight, attachments, and insurance not included.