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The same identity, the ultimate version. AVR launches the finalized version of its legendary self-propelled harvester: the AVR Puma. With a sensational new design - at all levels. The ultimate version of a legend. The final roar.

 

Fifth Generation

"The very first AVR Puma came off the production line in 2006. Up till then, 4-row self-propelled harvesters were either cumbersome oversized machines, or they lacked the necessary sieving capacity to achieve a 4-row harvest. The AVR Puma was a real game changer," according to Pieter Galle, Product Director at AVR.

“The conditions in the field have never been more challenging. Climate change, an increasing potato acreage, periods of drought and floods, hard clods and stones, and a shortage of workers lead to increasingly stringent requirements for the harvesters.”

"But these challenges have inspired us,” Pieter Galle goes on to explain. “We saw one last chance to transform our existing machine into this ultimate, perfect version. An ultimate version that is ready to take on the challenges of both today and tomorrow.”

With this fifth generation, we continue to build on the Puma’s exceptional concept, while focusing on user-friendly modernization and an increase in capacity thanks to the optimized haulm processing modules, sieving path, cleaning unit and bunker.

 

What's in a name?

Speed, maneuverability and force. Those are the characteristics the Puma owes its name to. These strengths were further developed with amongst others an even sharper rotation angle, an incredible 551 HP engine power and a seriously upgraded hydraulic system.

All the strong characteristics that make the Puma so versatile, have been preserved: the Varioweb combination of cleaning modules, the lightweight construction, the lowest fuel consumption in the market, the large tires, the optimal weight distribution, the high user-friendliness and the option to work on caterpillar tracks.

 

How does this 5th generation of the AVR Puma stand out?

     More capacity, more control - high-level cleaning

The cleaning modules in the AVR Puma allow for the cleaning surface to be increased by no less than 20%. Thanks to the reduced drop height at the haulm roller units, the product transfer goes extremely smoothly and potato-friendly. All sieving webs have been given more available power and are individually reversible - for maximum flexibility in every working condition.

The well-known, patented Varioweb system offers maximum flexibility for using the axial rollers. Depending on the circumstances, you can choose to use the rollers fully, partially or not use them at all.

The Varioweb system has been further optimized with inclination control: now, it is possible to set the Varioweb cleaning unit between -2.5° and 7.5° directly from the cabin, so you can respond perfectly to the cleaning needs in the field. This ensures maximum cleaning efficiency, both driving uphill and downhill, and makes use of the fully available cleaning capacity.

Furthermore, the surface of the pintle belt has been extended by 10% to allow a higher sieving capacity and an even better functioning pintle belt.

 

     Bunker - Capacity and speed

The bunker of the AVR Puma has 25% extra volume (up to 10 tons) thanks to the redesigned fixed part and the new raising plates which automatically fold out when in Field Mode.

To quickly unload this larger volume, the full bunker is raised 40 cm using a parallelogram construction. This allows you to unload even 50% quicker. Moreover, the unloading arm can unload across four rows – even in high dumpers – which is extremely useful when opening plots.

And that’s not all: an extra cleaning roller and an open rod elevator again ensure an additional cleaning, the well-known AVR Clean & Go concept.

 

      Powerful haulm processing

The haulm topper gets a serious upgrade: 40% more rotor power for tough or abundant haulm, a standard integrated haulm spreader as well as the option to easily change ejection sides, which is useful when opening fields and plot edges.

The haulm roller units have also been upgraded. By connecting the haulm roller to the nose roller of the subsequent sieving web, drop heights are reduced. The position of each haulm roller can be easily adjusted from the side of the machine or directly from the cabin. The haulm rakes that guide the haulm towards the haulm roller at the first haulm roller unit cover the entire width and can be adjusted from the cabin.

 

     Digging unit - excellent view and quickly exchangeable

From the cabin, the driver has an excellent view of the digging unit, which has been strategically placed slightly forward.

The redesigned ACC digging unit is equipped with a quick-change system allowing you to disconnect the full digging unit - including the share holder - with one move. This allows the user to switch to another activity such as harvesting onions in less than half an hour.

 

     The Gentle Giant’s maneuverability

The AVR Puma excels in maneuverability. The front axle has an impressive 55° steering angle, an increase by 5°.

The rotation angle on the rear axle amounts to 24°, which is an increase by 4°. The trailing axle with its wide wheels ensures an even ground pressure.

The choice of large wheels ensures a substantial ground clearance, and a machine that is ready for the most extreme conditions.

If you want more traction, you can simply replace the rear wheels with tracks.

 

     Cabin - Comfort and control within reach

Since machines increasingly work longer hours, the user experience stands out in comfort, ease of use and automated functions. The AVR Puma’s new CLAAS X11 cabin offers the driver a comfortable and intuitive work environment. The ergonomic AVR joystick fits easily in your hand and makes operating the machine easier than ever. The user interface and the camera system also got a serious update: user-friendlier, better organized and visually more attractive. Now, all camera images are displayed on one big, bright display (up to 18 cameras in one screen) - for maximum control and safety while working.

 

     AVR Connect

The AVR Puma can be fully monitored remotely, online. An AVR Connect account allows you to monitor data in relation to the work you have performed, sensor data and alarms. Even remote diagnostics are possible for even better support from your dealer or AVR.

 

Technical specifications

 

	Puma
Dimensions (l x w x h)	14.96 x 3.49 x 3.98
Inter row distance	75 cm
Bunker capacity	10 tons
Weight	28,500 kg
Maximum unloading height	4.60 m

 

Learn all about the machine and its various features here.

 

In practice 

In 2025, the prototypes were extensively tested and received plenty of positive feedback. Fifteen harvesters are subsequently manufactured in a pre-production run in 2026. The Puma's 5th generation will be shown to the public for the first time at AGRITECHNICA, which runs from 9 till 15 November in Hanover, Germany.

 

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Majna Seurinck | Marketing & Communication Manager

+32 (0)51 24 55 66 | majnaseurinck@avr.be

AVR manufactures a full range of potato machinery. From planting bed preparation, planting and ridging to haulm topping, harvesting and storing.

The mission of AVR is clear: we manufacture, market and service machines for potato growers who wish to work more sustainably and efficiently. We market innovative technology and products that make it possible to store more saleable potatoes with less effort in less time, using less fuel and with less soil compaction.

In everything we do - from conceiving and developing our machines to our sustainable collaboration with customers and dealers - we live up to our core values: respect, reliability, ingenuity and commitment.

 

Internationally AVR employs 275 amazing staff and boasts a network of over 100 dealers in 50 countries. In 2024 AVR realised a turnover of €109 million.

AVR is a Belgian family business with 175 years of experience and is headquartered in Roeselare.

It also has branches in the Netherlands and Germany.