With the seventh generation of the Fendt 700 Vario series, Fendt presents an entirely new design and extends the power range up to 300 hp for universal use. A new engine, an optional 60-inch track width, FendtONE onboard and offboard, and a new generation of the Fendt Cargo front loader make this series a true all-rounder for the global market. For the first time, the 700 series is available with a top speed of up to 60 km/h. Technical innovations for high-power tractors, such as VarioDrive or the innovative cooling concept, guarantee a genuinely new level of manoeuvrability in this class. The Fendt 700 Vario sets new standards once again.
Since its launch in 1998, the Fendt 700 Vario series has won numerous awards and has been a Fendt bestseller ever since. Customers around the world trust these tractors – in arable farming and on pasture, on the road, and when running front loaders. Previous 700-series generations are used by medium and large farming operations, as well as contractors, across Europe, North America, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.
High pulling power with efficient fuel consumption
Designed to meet global requirements, the Fendt 700 Vario was developed with a focus on a low power-to-weight ratio, a wide power range, flexibility, and careful use of resources and the environment. AGCO Power’s 7.5-litre 6-cylinder engine was fully adapted to the power range. Exhaust-gas treatment is handled by a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC), a diesel particulate filter (DPF) and selective catalytic reduction (SCR), without exhaust-gas recirculation. It meets the required emissions standards in all regions of the world – in Europe, that’s the Euro-5 emissions standard. The engine also features maintenance-free hydraulic valve lifters. The single-stage Fendt VarioDrive transmission consists of the engine and an adapted Vario gearbox.
Smart all-wheel-drive management is one of Fendt VarioDrive’s strengths. The transmission eliminates the need for manual shifting when switching between field and road. It engages the front and rear axles as needed and dynamically distributes power. In field conditions, full traction is available, while skidding is avoided when driving on the road or through turns. Thanks to what’s known as the “pull-in turn” effect, the machine is, so to speak, pulled into the turn. The result: an extremely tight turning radius with full traction and less soil compaction.
Setting new standards in power-to-weight ratio, manoeuvrability and soil protection
Thanks to a power-to-weight ratio of just 30.5 kg per hp and compact external dimensions, the Fendt 728 Vario is remarkably manoeuvrable and exerts minimal pressure on the soil. Depending on the application, the series can be flexibly ballasted at the front, on the rear wheels, or at the rear of the chassis. A permissible gross weight of up to 15 t means it can also be used as a heavy tractor-tug.
The exclusive Concentric Air System (CAS) ventilation and cooling concept, familiar from the Fendt 1000 Vario, was consistently developed for low engine speeds, a compact design and fuel efficiency. It’s driven by its own hydraulic motor and is therefore independent of engine speed. The system is controlled flexibly and as needed, running quietly and efficiently.
The compact cooling system delivers unique manoeuvrability combined with exceptional efficiency. Innovative high-performance fan technology draws cooler air into the cooling system. As a result, fewer fan revolutions are needed, and up to 40% less drive power is required compared with conventional ventilation and cooling systems. That energy then becomes available for full traction, whether in the field or on the road. A diameter of just 56 cm allows for an elegant, compact bonnet design. This makes it possible to increase the wheel steering angle to 52 degrees.
Optimal tyre pressure reduces slippage and pressure on the soil. The fully integrated Fendt VarioGrip tyre-pressure control system increases the contact area with the soil and boosts traction by up to eight percent. When driving on the road, air pressure is increased, which reduces rolling resistance, saving a further two percent in fuel* (*University of Applied Sciences South Westphalia, Agrarwirtschaft Soest 2014). Using the terminal, the driver can conveniently monitor tyre pressure thanks to the dual-line tyre-pressure control system. On request, the factory-fitted Fendt VarioGrip system can be used on both flanged and steered axles, with twin tyres for row-crop use, as well as with wheel weights.
High versatility for global requirements
Numerous tyre options are available for the Fendt 700 Vario. Series-production Fendt 726 and 728 Vario models come fitted with large soil-protecting tyres measuring 650/85R38 (2050 mm diameter). For mid-sized farms, customers can choose, among other options, a 650/65R42 tyre package (1950 mm diameter) for the rear tyres. Series-production Fendt 720, 722 and 724 Vario models are fitted with this tyre size.
A 60-inch (row-crop) track width is common in North America, Australia and South Africa. Row-crop configuration is used mainly for working row crops. For the first time, a 60-inch (row-crop) version is offered across the entire Fendt 700 Vario series. Both single and twin tyres are available for the factory row-crop model.
Safety even when transporting heavy loads
An optional top speed of up to 60 km/h at just 1450 rpm, a comprehensive chassis and safety concept, and numerous rear suspension options make the Fendt 700 Vario a true all-rounder. The safety concept includes a dual-circuit braking system, the Fendt Reaction steering system, a braking and retarding system, and the Fendt Stability Control (FSC) system. At speeds above 25 km/h, FSC reduces body roll and minimizes lateral oscillation. This increases safety in turns as well as driving comfort.
For the first time, a new trailer braking system is available as an option for the Fendt 700 Vario. The trailer braking system maintains drawbar tension even on hilly terrain, ensuring safe driving. A sensor measures the trailer’s drawbar torque via the gearbox. If the tractor detects, while driving downhill, that the trailer is pushing too hard, the trailer’s pneumatic brake engages. The trailer braking system will be available from the end of 2023.
Individual control with FendtONE
In the new generation of the Fendt 700 Vario, controlling the tractor and mounted implements is easy and individual, using the multifunction joystick and the optional 3L joystick in FendtONE onboard. The series-production Fendt 700 Vario comes with a 10-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12-inch armrest terminal. A further 12-inch terminal is available on request in the cab roof lining.
Smart functions such as the Fendt Guide navigation system, automatic Fendt Section Control (SC), or the Fendt Variable Rate Control (VRC) application are displayed as needed in individually assigned windows on the terminal.
Additional Smart Farming functions include, among others:
- Fendt Contour Assistant
- Fendt Section Control (SC)
- Automatic Fendt TI Headland Turn Assistant for the headland
- Automatic Fendt TI Turn Assistant for turning
- Connectivity to the Fendt Connect telemetry package
You’ll find more detailed information about FendtONE onboard and offboard in our press release on FendtONE.
Safety and comfort thought through down to the smallest detail
The reliable Fendt VisioPlus cab has once again been optimized for safety and comfort. For the first time, the factory-fitted cab air filtration system can be optionally upgraded to category 4 protection under the EU standard EN15695. Category 4 protection shields the driver from dust, liquid pesticides and their vapours. This means the Fendt 700 Vario meets all requirements for applying crop protection products. In its base configuration, it meets all cab standards for category 2 protection. The filtration system will be available from the end of 2023.
Optimal visibility is critical for high-precision work. A one-piece panoramic windscreen with a 77-degree viewing angle provides an optimal view of the front loader, especially when working at height. A side wiper on the right keeps the windscreen clear even in changing weather conditions. Two optional cameras, front and rear, ease manoeuvring, give a direct view of mounted implements and increase working comfort. Two optional work lights on the bonnet provide optimal illumination. LED tail lights and dynamic turn signals further increase road safety.
A long working day in changing weather places high demands on the driver. Thanks to the improved performance of the cab’s air-conditioning system, a pleasant temperature is maintained even when working under full load. In addition, drinks and food can now be either cooled (0-16°C) or heated (45-65°C) in the cooling and heating box.
A new generation of driver’s seat
For the first time, six different seat configurations are available for the Fendt 700 Vario. As an option, a new premium-class seat with intuitive control via the terminal is offered. It has numerous ergonomic and comfort functions. The driver adjusts seat height and position, as well as backrest angle, via an electric drive on the side of the seat. Multiple drivers can create personalized seat profiles and activate them at the touch of a button.
Comfort functions include, among others:
- multi-stage seat climate control
- multi-stage seat heating
- 4-position orthopaedic lumbar support
- adjustable side bolsters
- massage functions
- a memory function for different users
Higher, stronger, bigger – the new Fendt Cargo and Fendt Cargo Profi 6.100 models
The new generation of Fendt front loaders expands the existing model line in the loading and unloading segment. The Fendt Cargo Profi 6.100 model has been fully reworked for the Fendt 700 Vario power class. With a maximum lift capacity of 4,070 daN and an optional position-independent weighing function, the Fendt Cargo 6.100 efficiently moves even bulky loads up to a height of 4.85 m. The Fendt Cargo Profi 6.100 will be available from the end of 2023.
A new multi-coupler reduces pressure loss, has an automatic opening function, and protects against contamination when disconnected. An automatic terminal display shows upcoming maintenance intervals. Both features extend service life. The Fendt 700 Vario is fitted with dedicated valves for the front loader. That means all valves are accessible at all times, both front and rear.
The front loader is controlled with particular precision using the optional 3L joystick. When working with frequent direction changes, such as during loading work, the benefit of the integrated return-to-travel button becomes clear. Combining the Fendt Cargo 6.100 with the 3L joystick allows three functions to be performed simultaneously when working with a silage grab. The third function is controlled via the finger joystick on the 3L joystick. This lets the silage grab be raised, tilted and opened at the same time.
Powerful, high-performance hydraulics
A flow rate of up to 220 l, a modular design that allows the use of standard or efficient sealed FFC hydraulic couplers, plus up to five rear connections, up to two at the front and up to three in the centre, characterize the Fendt 700 Vario’s high-performance hydraulic system.
A new load-relief function for the rear lift proportionally transfers the weight of mounted implements to the rear.
Fendt service coverage up to 8 years
Special Fendt Care service packages are available for the seventh-generation Fendt 700 Vario. They offer a comprehensive manufacturer’s warranty of up to eight years or 8,000 operating hours for the entire vehicle and genuine Fendt implements. This ensures full cost control and reliable planning.
The Fendt 700 Vario can be ordered from August 2022. Deliveries of the first machines will begin in the first quarter of 2023. The sixth-generation Fendt 700 Vario series remains available in six models – from the Fendt 714 to the Fendt 724 Vario.
