Fendt Vario 1000

The register lists 3 versions here with 291 to 350 kW rated output from a six-cylinder diesel engine of a constant 12,419 cc displacement. Kerb weight is 14,000 kg across all models, length is 6,157 mm, width is 2,750 mm and height is 3,570 mm. Maximum torque ranges from 1,900 to 2,300 Nm at a rated speed of 1,700 rpm, with diesel and rapeseed methyl ester (RME) recorded as fuel.

With outputs well over 350 kW, the Vario 1000 range sat at the very top of conventional, non-articulated farm tractors and targeted large agricultural enterprises and contractors with correspondingly large mounted implements and trailers. The range thus competed directly with the most powerful standard tractors from makers such as Case IH, John Deere and New Holland.

When buying a used Fendt Vario 1000, check the software versions and fault memory of the transmission and engine control units, the condition of the Vario transmission unit, wear on the axles and brakes given the high weight, and the engine's service history. Spare parts and service run through the dense Fendt dealer network, which also keeps suitably trained specialist staff for these large tractors.