Production years
2012-2019
Claas combine ยท 2012-2019
Claas Lexion 780 Combine Harvester
Built at Harsewinkel, Germany from 2012 to 2019, the Claas Lexion 780 was the flagship of the 700 range. Its Mercedes-Benz V8 diesel produced about 625 hp. British farmers and contractors recognise it as a very high-capacity hybrid combine for the largest arable operations, with substantial harvesting and grain-handling capability.
Engine
Mercedes-Benz V8 diesel, about 625 hp
Grain tank capacity
About 12,500 litres
Header width
Up to 12 m with CLAAS headers
Claas Lexion 780 specifications
| Production years | 2012-2019 |
|---|---|
| Threshing system | APS hybrid with ROTO PLUS twin rotors |
| Engine | Mercedes-Benz V8 diesel, about 625 hp |
| Grain tank capacity | About 12,500 litres |
| Header width | Up to 12 m with CLAAS headers |
| Built at | Harsewinkel, Germany |
What the Lexion 780 is used for
The Lexion 780 is suited to intensive wheat, barley and oilseed rape programmes on very large British arable farms and contracting fleets. Its APS hybrid system and ROTO PLUS twin rotors are designed for high-capacity harvesting where the crop and weather permit.
A CLAAS header up to 12 m and an approximately 12,500-litre grain tank demand well-organised field support. It suits operations with appropriate access, trailers, drying arrangements and storage, rather than a farm where machine scale would become a burden.
Why the Claas Lexion 780 stands out
As the 700-series flagship, the 780 brings a Mercedes-Benz V8 diesel of about 625 hp to the APS hybrid and ROTO PLUS twin-rotor system. Its approximately 12,500-litre grain tank and CLAAS headers up to 12 m underline its role in very large-scale harvesting. The attraction is capacity; the practical questions are condition, logistics and support.
Buying a used Claas Lexion 780
Assess the Mercedes-Benz V8 diesel from cold for unwanted smoke, oil-pressure concerns and evidence of missed maintenance. Test hydraulics, transmission response and brakes, then inspect APS and ROTO PLUS rotor sections for wear. Examine grain-handling equipment, tank-area condition, tinwork for corrosion, tyres and the intended header. Check serial and registration details, originality and service documentation. Have it inspected. Confirm figures and originality against TractorData.com and club records; values vary by condition, so check current listings rather than a fixed price.
Claas Lexion 780 frequently asked questions
What position did the Lexion 780 hold in the range?
The Lexion 780 was the flagship of the 700 range. Built from 2012 to 2019 at Harsewinkel, Germany, it was intended as a very high-capacity hybrid combine for the largest arable operations.
What engine does a Claas Lexion 780 use?
The Lexion 780 uses a Mercedes-Benz V8 diesel producing about 625 hp. That verified approximate output accompanies its APS hybrid threshing system and ROTO PLUS twin rotors.
What are its grain tank and header limits?
It has an approximately 12,500-litre grain tank and can use CLAAS headers up to 12 m. These capacities make efficient trailer movement and suitable farm access especially important in normal use.
Specifications are commonly cited figures for general reference; exact figures vary by year, header and configuration, so confirm against the manufacturer's records and the machine's serial number. Weights, capacities and dimensions are converted to metric and rounded. Used combine values vary by condition and hours. Page updated 19 Sep 2026.