MAUS 6

MAUS 6

With a significantly larger cabin and a premium-class networked terminal

The new ROPA Maus 6 is more than the fusion of the visionary developments of the Tiger 6S and Panther 2S with the proven, robust and durable components of the Maus 5. The new premium model from the technology leader in beet harvesting combines field-proven technical solutions with modern design.
The best, most modern and efficient on the field for the sugar beet harvest!
The cabin of the Maus 6 is thus the largest cleaner-loader cabin on the market. It now offers more room also for a foldable passenger seat, e.g. for a supervisor or for coordination in case of a driver change.

ROPA Maus 6 - premium class workplace

Perfected in capacity and efficiency concept with 10.2 m wide pickup system combines practice-oriented developments with the most recent technical innovations from ROPA. A new generation of extremely high-performance computers forms the center for telematics, predictive analytics and online diagnostics, just like in the Tiger 6S. The machine software for the new Maus 6 is completely developed at ROPA in Sittelsdorf and offers a number of new useful functions.

PREMIUM-CLASS DRIVER'S POSITION

Significantly larger cabin with new interior

The newly designed panoramic cabin gives a generous feeling of space and can be raised to 5.10 m in the working mode for convenient operation and excellent visibility. Compared to the Maus 5, the cabin is 16 cm wider, 40 cm longer and, with an enormous total volume of 4,400 l, offers 1,125 l or 35 percent more space and room than that of the ROPA Maus 5. Thus, the cabin of the Maus 6 is the largest cleaner-loader cabin on the market. It now offers more room also for a foldable passenger seat, e.g. for a supervisor or for coordination in case of a driver change.

The cabin of the ROPA Maus 6
An operator sitting in the seat of a ROPA Maus 6
The storage cabinet in the cabin of the ROPA Maus 6
The storage drawers and compartments located in the cabin of the ROPA Maus 6
The blinds on a ROPA Maus 6

Comfortably equipped cabin

Sun blinds on all windows and two wipers on each side window provide the best visibility in any weather conditions. The window wipers run synchronously and can be switched conveniently on the R-Touch display to work either in adjustable intervals or permanently.

Underfloor and pre-heating as standard

The heating concept has been completely redeveloped to ensure a pleasantly warm workplace even in frosty weather with temperatures below freezing. A high-performance underfloor heating system ensures that your feet are always warm. In addition, larger diameter pipes were used to increase the flow rate of hot water to the cabin and to the air heat exchanger. Moreover, there is an optimized pre-heating for the cabin, hydraulic oil and engine with a convenient user interface on the R-Touch display for the entire air conditioning system. The pre-heating on the Maus 6 can also be switched on or preset remotely via the myROPA online portal and R-Connect, so that the driver will find a warm workplace when he gets into the vehicle.

The R-touch control terminals in the cabin of a ROPA Maus 6

New computers, joysticks and two 12.1-inch displays for even more intuitive and user-friendly operation

The driver's rotating seat with integrated seat ventilation and seat heating is the visual manifestation of leadership in technology and the breakthrough into a new era of networking in the harvest loading. Improved ergonomics thanks to two new joysticks with additional functions, a height-adjustable steering column and terminals perfectly positioned in line of sight. Additional operating terminals for beet logistics can be installed next to the ROPA terminals at an optimum viewing angle.

The main control screen of the ROPA Maus 6 when the machine is fully folded in road transport position
The main control screen of the ROPA Maus 6 when the machine is fully unfolded in field position

Intuitive operation similar to a tablet

Operation at the terminal with interactive buttons highlighted by the clear color composition on the modern flat design is even more intuitive and has the same logic as tablets and smartphones. Intentional contrasts increase legibility and usability. Compared to the previous model, the Maus 6 has two 12.1" operating terminals positioned one above the other with higher pixel density resulting in even sharper resolution. In addition to the machine functions, the camera images in significantly better quality can also be displayed on one of the terminals.

High-resolution digital cameras as standard - R-View in perfection

The Maus 6 has high-resolution digital cameras as standard. The digital cameras provide much better image quality - for this greater data quantity, an additional Ethernet network has been integrated into the machine. The Maus 6 now comes with a center mark camera and a rear view camera as standard. The additional cameras on the truck conveyor and the recleaner, as well as the new R-View with the back run camera and two additional side cameras for rear area monitoring, can be ordered optionally.

The camera control screen on the R-touch terminal on a ROPA Maus 6
The camera for the recleaner on a ROPA Maus 6
The camera on the end of the truck conveyor on a ROPA Maus 6
The rearview of a ROPA Maus 6 travelling down a dusty road

R-CONNECT ONLINE PORTAL

Telematics and Remote Diagnosis Standard

A ROPA Maus 6, Tiger 6S and Panther 2S working in a field connected to R-Connect Telematics

The standard integrated telematics module forms the basis for forward-looking Service 4.0, especially predictive analytics, as well as quick help and diagnosis in case service is required - on all continents. When service is required, if desired the service technician can switch directly to the terminal and the machine control and assist the driver, e.g. with problem-solving. The R-Connect in the myROPA portal is a perfect tool for drivers and managers for the online order processing and optimization of machines and fleets. For machines with integrated weighing equipment, the individual loads can be listed and analyzed in the R-Connect.

PICKUP

The pickup of a ROPA Maus 6

10.2 m wide pickup system with flexible cleaning adjustment

The robust pickup system has a total of 18 cleaning rollers for efficient soil and weed removal. It is the widest pickup system of all cleaner-loaders on the market. Depending on the level of cleaning required, the cleaning path in the pickup system can be adjusted in length and intensity from the operator cabin. The Maus 6 can be folded out and in fully automatically and even more quickly with a toggle switch.

ENGINE

Mercedes-Benz engine with the exhaust gas category V

The extremely economical Mercedes Benz OM 936 LA engine of 260 kW / 354 hp with 7.7 l volume capacity, 2-stage turbocharging, 1,450 Nm max. torque at 1,200 - 1,600 rpm (exhaust gas category EU V) is integrated in the most efficient drive concept. It is automatically driven at reduced engine rpm during loading, while at the same time preserving enough power for extreme conditions.

The Mercedes Benz engine on a ROPA Maus 6 viewed from the side engine bay door

Efficient hydraulics enables rotational speed reduction

The hydraulic system with optimized gear/revolution transmission provides efficient power transfer. It combines high throughput with very low fuel consumption at very quiet 1,200 rpm during loading. Powerful load-sensing hydraulic system ensures the highest possible hydraulic fluid capacity and a prompt response of the entire operating hydraulics even at idling speed. An automated mode controls diesel engine speed while loading, contributing to fuel saving, as the lowest possible engine speed is automatically set according to the speed specifications of 6 separate roller and sieve conveyor drives.

COMPLETELY NEW WEIGHING SYSTEM 

The final section of the truck conveyor of the ROPA Maus 6 that features the incorporated weighing system

Integrated weighing system with CAN bus weighing cells

ROPA has also completely redesigned the belt scale system. And integrated a weighing frame into the truck conveyor articulation part by means of a new mechanical construction. Thanks to two CAN bus weighing cells, the wiring on the truck conveyor can be significantly reduced and the computer unit can be relocated to the safe central electrics cabinet. It increases operational safety and provides even more accurate weighing results.

OPTIMUM BALANCE

Unique counterweight concept

The counterweight arm, specially developed by the company’s founder Hermann Paintner, is made of special 700 fine grain steel and contributes to the impressive performance of the ROPA Maus 6 during loading while maintaining utmost stability. The counterweight arm is up to 9 m long and 4 m high and can be swung out together with the fuel tank, which serves as a counterweight to the truck conveyor, thus ensuring optimal balancing of the machine even at full 15 m truck loading width.

A rear-view of a ROPA Maus 6 loading sugar beets onto a truck

COMPACT ON THE ROAD

A ROPA Maus 6 folded in transport position

Preparation without leaving the cabin

For road driving, the Maus 6 folds in completely automatically to a compact road width of 3 m and a total length of only 14.97 m with just one operating element in the cabin - unique between all competitors! The large wheel base of 5.5 m combined with two hydraulically sprung additional axles guarantees safe handling of the sturdily constructed loader while maintaining the best driving comfort even at the speed of 40 km/h. The new intelligent main steering switch activates simultaneously the automatic center positioning of the rear axle steering.

An operator pushing the toggle to automatically unfold the ROPA Maus 6 from transport position to field position
A ROPA Maus 6 in road transport position in a field with a sugar beet pile and snow on the ground.
A ROPA Maus 6 partially unfolded in a field with snow on the ground and a sugar beet field pile
A ROPA Maus 6 fully unfolded in a field with a field pile of sugar beets and snow on the ground

MANY NEW COMFORTABLE & USEFUL DETAILS

Numerous new developments and optimized features offer additional benefits and comfort for drivers of the Maus 6. For example, the complete equipment with even more powerful LED headlights, direction indicators and rotating beacons, optimized layout of the water spray system. A new design of the entire electrical system and optimized hydraulic system for increased operational safety and ease of service.

The Maus 6 logo located on the side of the engine bay door on the ROPA Maus 6
The water spray system nozzles on the pickup of the ROPA Maus 6 spraying water on the incoming beets
A ROPA Maus 6 loading sugar beets from a field pile with lights on at dusk.