Claas 217 vs John Deere 5215
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Claas 217 and the John Deere 5215 deliver the same power: 56 HP.
- The Claas 217 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2003 for the John Deere 5215.
- The Claas 217 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3140 kg versus 2447 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Claas 217 | John Deere 5215 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 56 HP | 56 HP |
| Production years | 2004–2014 | 2003–2008 |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 3.4 L | 2.9 L |
| Weight | 2 620 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 24 / 12 |
| Rear lift capacity | 3 140 kg | 2 447 kg |
| Wheelbase | 207 cm | — |
| Length | 402 cm | 342 cm |