“A breakthrough in modern farming has made headlines after the NEXAT gantry system set a new world record by harvesting 637.76 tonnes of soybeans in just eight hours. The feat took place in Bahia, showcasing the growing role of automation and engineering in global agriculture.
The record was achieved across 158.16 hectares, surpassing the previous benchmark by around 150 tonnes. The operation used the NEXAT modular carrier vehicle with a Nexco harvesting module and a 15.2-meter MacDon FlexDraper header.
Unlike traditional tractors and combines, the NEXAT system uses a gantry-style platform that can perform multiple farming tasks—from tillage and seeding to harvesting—through interchangeable modules. The design aims to reduce soil compaction, fuel use, labor demand, and operating costs while increasing efficiency.
During the record attempt, the machine operated at an average speed of 13.6 km/h, with throughput of nearly 80 tonnes per hour. Fuel consumption was reported at 7.5 liters per hectare, while crop losses stayed below 0.5%, highlighting both speed and precision.”
The record was achieved across 158.16 hectares, surpassing the previous benchmark by around 150 tonnes. The operation used the NEXAT modular carrier vehicle with a Nexco harvesting module and a 15.2-meter MacDon FlexDraper header.
Unlike traditional tractors and combines, the NEXAT system uses a gantry-style platform that can perform multiple farming tasks—from tillage and seeding to harvesting—through interchangeable modules. The design aims to reduce soil compaction, fuel use, labor demand, and operating costs while increasing efficiency.
During the record attempt, the machine operated at an average speed of 13.6 km/h, with throughput of nearly 80 tonnes per hour. Fuel consumption was reported at 7.5 liters per hectare, while crop losses stayed below 0.5%, highlighting both speed and precision.”
