Combine Features the Longest Rotors in the Industry and Joystick Steering
The Fendt IDEAL 9T combine is setting a new standard in harvesting with its power, efficiency, and advanced features designed to meet the needs of modern farmers.
Built with capacity in mind, it features the longest rotors in the industry at 16 feet, allowing the machine to handle large amounts of crop effectively. For farmers in corn-heavy regions, this machine offers the ability to power through acres quickly and reliably.
At the heart of the IDEAL 9T is a 650-horsepower, 15-liter engine.
Combined with direct drive technology, it delivers industry-leading fuel efficiency, consuming approximately one gallon per acre. Along with this efficiency, the long rotors ensure excellent grain quality.
Kevin Forth, senior marketing manager at Fendt, told Farms.com that independent university tests have ranked the IDEAL 9T as best in class in grain quality.
“If you have those seed beans, you can really get the top premium in those kinds of crops,” added Forth.
Looking to 2026, the IDEAL 9T will introduce the CyclonePlus cleaning system, providing up to 20% more capacity in certain crops.
This system enhances efficiency while producing bag-quality samples, which adds value for farmers storing grain and reduces risks like spoilage or plugged bins.
The machine also offers industry-leading grain handling capabilities, with a 500-bushel grain tank and an unload rate of six bushels per second.
This feature greatly improves field logistics by reducing downtime and even saving some farmers the expense of an additional grain cart, resulting in significant cost savings and better labor use.
Another standout feature is joystick steering, known as IDEALDrive. Unique in the industry, this system eliminates the traditional steering wheel, offering quicker turns, greater comfort, and up to 6% more harvest capacity per season, as confirmed by university testing.
Farmers can learn more at fendt.com or by contacting a local dealer.