In 1997, Claas introduced its system tractor, the Xerion. The cab could be moved to the center or the rear end. Driving was equally efficient in both directions; in the picture, the Xerion is essentially being driven backward. The rear end had a lifting capacity of 9,600 kilograms and the front 4,500 kilograms. Additionally, equipment could be placed on top of the machine. The total carrying capacity was 20 tons. The load-sensing hydraulic output was 120 liters. There was one power take-off (PTO) at the front and center, and two at the rear.

The Xerion was equipped with four-wheel steering. The wheels could be turned in different directions relative to each other, the same direction, or either end could be locked fixed. The 8.7-liter Perkins engine produced either 250 or 300 horsepower when using the PTO. Only 190 horsepower could be transmitted through the hydrostatic-mechanical drivetrain. Driving speed could be adjusted steplessly either with the drive lever or the speed pedal. The Xerion did not become a sales success.

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