| Fortschritt E 512 | |
|---|---|
 A 1970s E 512 | |
| Type | Combine harvester |
| Manufacturer | VEB Mähdrescherwerk Bischofswerda/Singwitz |
| Production | Singwitz, GDR 1968–1988 51,412 built |
| Length | 7290 mm |
| Width | 2893 mm |
| Height | 3940 mm |
| Weight | 5900 kg |
| Propulsion | Tyres 15—30 AS (front) 10—15 AM (rear) |
| Engine model | 4 VD 14,5/12-1 SRW (Straight-four Diesel, 6.56 dm3) |
| Flywheel power |
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| Speed | 1.4…20 km/h |
| Preceded by | Fortschritt E 170 series |
| Succeeded by | Fortschritt E 514 |
The Fortschritt E 512 is a self-propelled combine harvester that was made by the East-German manufacturer VEB Mähdrescherwerk Bischofswerda/Singwitz, and sold under the Fortschritt brand. It is the first Fortschritt combine harvester that has been solely developed in the GDR. The E 512 succeeded the Fortschritt E 170 series. At the time of its introduction in the late 1960s, the E 512 was a modern, sought-after combine harvester that could compete well with high-performance combines made in Western countries, such as the Clayson 140 and the Claas Senator. In total, 51,412 units were made from 1968 until 1988, which makes the E 512 the East German combine harvester with the highest production figure.[1]