STEINBAUER application

Claas Ares 656

6.8L DPS 6068

STEINBAUER performance module for the Claas Ares 656 6.8L DPS 6068, designed to provide increased power and torque while retaining the original ECU programming and factory engine safeguards.

Key benefits

  • Up to +25% power and torque increase, depending on application.
  • No ECU software overwrite — the STEINBAUER system works alongside the original engine management.
  • Injection duration module developed to add performance without generic one-size-fits-all mapping.
  • Removable solution that can be removed if required.
  • Application-specific development for the individual engine and vehicle or machine application.
STEINBAUER Performance comparison
Power (BHP)
600 1,000 1,400 1,800 2,200 BHP Engine speed (RPM)
Illustrative agricultural engine-speed curve
Standard 125 BHP
STEINBAUER 150 BHP
+25 BHP
Torque (Nm)
600 1,000 1,400 1,800 2,200 Nm Engine speed (RPM)
Illustrative agricultural engine-speed curve
Standard 528 Nm
STEINBAUER 634 Nm
+106 Nm

STEINBAUER Technology

  • External ECU technology — Works alongside the original engine management system without permanently rewriting the factory ECU software.
  • Load-dependent performance — Additional power and torque are delivered progressively as engine demand increases.
  • Application-specific calibration — Developed specifically for the individual engine and application rather than using a generic universal setting.

Illustrative simulated performance graphic based on published application data. Curves are illustrative and are not measured dyno traces.

Vehicle specification

Vehicle details

Manufacturer
Claas
Model
Ares 656
Engine
6.8L DPS 6068
Displacement
6,788 cc
Steinbauer specification

STEINBAUER Module details

Part number
220027
Installation
Plug-in
Availability
Available
Engine management
Factory ECU retained
Module Warranty (3 years upon registration)
1 year

Installation guides

Installation instructions for STEINBAUER part number 220027 .

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Power and torque upgrade

Claas Ares 656 tuning and power increase

The STEINBAUER Power Module is designed for drivers and operators looking for a Claas Ares 656 power increase without replacing the factory ECU software. The module works alongside the original engine management system and can be removed to return the vehicle or machine to its standard configuration.

For this application, published performance data shows power increasing from 125 BHP to 150 BHP, with torque increasing from 528 Nm to 634 Nm.

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Why choose STEINBAUER?

Intelligent performance technology

More power

Increased performance where applicable for stronger acceleration and improved working capability.

More torque

Improved pulling power throughout the usable engine speed range.

Safe and reliable

Original ECU programming and factory engine safety parameters remain active.

Removable installation

The vehicle or machine can be returned to its original factory configuration.