It is 25 years since Holmer launched the Terra Variant and in this anniversary year it has introduced the most powerful model so far. With 652hp on tap from the six-pot Mercedes-Benz Stage V engine, the other main talking point of the Terra Variant 650 is the CVT.
Developed specially for Holmer by Kessler, the LV3000 CVT drives 100% hydrostatically from 0-5km/hr. This changes to mechanical drive in the main working range (12-15km/hr). The top speed of 40km/hr is reached at a fuel-saving 1,250rpm.
Joining the 435hp Terra Variant 435 and 585hp Terra Variant 585, the 650 is currently available with the 21m³ capacity Zunhammer slurry tank. The same tank is fitted to the Terra Variant 585.
The load sensing pump delivers a maximum of 190lit/min and the hydraulic supply for the slurry kit delivers a maximum flow of 297lit/min. Improvements inside the SmartDrive cab include a 12.1-inch display and a new joystick.
The 850-litre diesel tank, 95-litre AdBlue tank and hydraulic oil tank and filter unit are all arranged on the left side of the vehicle to improve accessibility.
The standard tyres are Michelin MegaXBib 1050/50R32s (grassland profile). Michelin Ultraflex options include the CerexBib IF 1000/55R32 and FloatXBib VF 1000/55R32. Most of the initial batch of Terra Variant 650s planned for 2021/2022 have already been sold.
