New Holland to Launch CR11 Combine Harvester with 775 hp at Agritechnica 2023
The new flagship CR11 combine features twin rotor threshing technology, a 775 hp engine, and a redesigned cleaning system aimed at minimizing grain losses. It was recognized with a Gold Medal ahead of Agritechnica 2023.
New Holland is preparing the global launch of its new CR11 combine harvester, a high-capacity model designed for large-scale harvesting operations. With 775 hp and a twin rotor threshing system, the CR11 represents the brand’s latest step into the ultra-high-capacity segment.
Key Specifications
Engine power: 775 hp
Threshing system: Twin rotor
Grain tank capacity: 20,000 liters
Unloading rate: 210 liters/second
Header compatibility: Up to 15 m (50 ft) draper header
Twin Clean System
A central innovation in the CR11 is the new Twin Clean cleaning system, developed to reduce grain losses and optimize throughput.
Dual cleaning units arranged sequentially
Two upper and two lower sieves
Dual grain augers
Two sets of pressure sensors to monitor cleaning shoe load
The fully automated system ensures uniform material distribution across the cleaning area, enabling maximum working capacity with near-zero loss levels.
Residue Management
The CR11 also incorporates a new straw chopping and spreading system, designed to improve residue distribution across wide working widths.
Simplified Architecture
New Holland has reduced the number of components in the CR11 by 25% compared to previous models. The machine operates without chains, contributing to lower maintenance requirements and improved reliability.
High-Capacity Harvesting
The combine is compatible with draper headers up to 15 meters (50 feet), including models from MacDon, supporting high field productivity in large farming operations.
Additionally, the CR11 is the first combine to feature Michelin CereXBib 2 tires in size 900/65R46, with a diameter of 2.32 meters, enhancing flotation and reducing soil compaction.
Market Context
The CR11 enters a segment where manufacturers are focusing on increasing harvesting capacity while reducing losses and simplifying machine architecture. Demand in this category is driven by large-scale farms seeking higher efficiency and lower operating costs per hectare.
Outlook
With its combination of high power, advanced cleaning technology, and simplified design, the CR11 reinforces New Holland’s positioning in the premium combine segment, ahead of its official debut at Agritechnica 2023.
